About Funchal

Funchal locality is located in Madeira Portugal, and famous for its magnificent mountain scenery and turquoise waters of an incredible deep color! It seems that nature created it for one purpose - to make your vacation unforgettable!

Nearest beaches in Funchal

view the highest rated beaches in area

Praia de Machico

Machico 0.6 km
Very good
8.3
Free entrance • Amenities beach • Picturesque • Easy access • Bright sand • Crowded in season
4.8 Amenities index
Good for party

Praia do Garajau

Canico 1.9 km
Very good
8
Free entrance • Amenities beach • Picturesque • Easy access • Gray pebble • Aqua socks necessarily
2.7 Amenities index

Praia do Canical

Canical 0.2 km
Good
7.9
Free entrance • Amenities beach • Easy access • Gray pebble • Turquoise pure water • Pebbles bottom
4.9 Amenities index

Prainha do Canical

Quinta do Lorde 0.6 km
Good
7.9
Free entrance • Amenities beach • Easy access • Bright sand • Turquoise pure water • Sand bottom
2.7 Amenities index
Good for Relax

Ponta do Sol Beach

Ponta do Sol 0.2 km
Good
7.8
Free entrance • Amenities beach • Easy access • Gray pebble • Turquoise pure water • Pebbles bottom
4.9 Amenities index
Good for Relax

Praia de S. Roque

Machico 0.7 km
Good
7.7
Free entrance • Amenities beach • Easy access • Gray pebble • Turquoise water • Pebbles bottom
2.7 Amenities index

Resting by the sea for each traveler is associated with different activities. Someone loves complete relaxation and silence, while others need activity. Our configurator will always help you choose a beach that meets your personal needs.

If a beach holiday for you is primarily the sound of the surf, the cries of seagulls over the pier and leisurely walks along the coast, then you are definitely a fan of calm beaches. The most popular beaches for such a holiday in the vicinity of Funchal are Praia do Garajau, Ponta do Sol Beach, Praia de S. Roque.

The list of available beach activities is certainly important, but for many travelers it is not a determining factor when choosing a vacation spot. Below you will find some information about the natural features of the beaches of Funchal, we hope that this information will help you find the place of your dreams.

The beaches of locality are mainly wide. According to reviews of major beach experts and vacationers, most beaches have a high level of cleanliness. Pebbly beaches dominate the rest!

As pebble rocky beaches are common here, it's recommended to bring aqua shoes if you're sensitive to it. This way, your vacation will be as comfortable as possible.

Usually, the depth increases normally. If this is important to you, always use our filter to check for a particular beach.

11 out of 19 beaches in Funchal are partially protected from waves. These protections can be natural or man-made structures. If you're visiting the area during unstable weather, we recommend carefully choosing a place to swim, as high waves may not always be safe. Our filter can help you find a suitable beach.

A not-so-pleasant feature of the beaches in Funchal is the high density of boats, yachts, or other watercraft on some of them. There are about 6 such beaches, but this may vary depending on the season. If this is a concern for you, we recommend carefully checking the beaches of interest for this issue using our Boat filter.

Latest reviews on Funchal's beaches

Praia de Machico
10 Ethan Granger

This is a fantastic beach for families with young children. It's not overly crowded, and there's a lovely restaurant in close proximity.

Praia do Garajau
10 Landon Kellner

This beach on the south coast is among the most beautiful ones. You can easily rent snorkeling equipment for 5€ per day from the nearby diving school.

Praia do Canical
10 Luan Silva

Up

Prainha do Canical
8 Nikolai Petrović.

This quaint little beach boasts ample parking and a short descent down the hill to reach the shoreline. Unfortunately, the café was closed during our visit, but what really caught our attention were the numerous signs forbidding the placement of personal towels on the sand - talk about uptight! The sea is relatively placid, ideal for a dip, but do note that there are no lifeguards on duty. While it's worth a stop, don't plan on lingering unless you're willing to shell out for a sun lounger.

Ponta do Sol Beach
10 Parker Winsted (PWinst)

This charming spot is perfect for a leisurely stroll along the pebbled shore. Take a break at one of the cozy cafes and indulge in a cup of coffee or a delectable snack while admiring the mesmerizing view of the waves colliding with the rugged rocks.

Praia de S. Roque
10 Lukas Novak

Great spot

The warmest month during the year in this area is August, with the air temperature rising up to 23.3°C and the water temperature up to 24°C. The coldest month is January, with the air temperature dropping down to 17.6°C and the water temperature down to 19°C.