Title: Visit Canico: 2026 Travel Guide for Canico, Santa Cruz | Expedia.com

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# Canico

## Travel Guide

![Ponta da Oliveira which includes landscape views, a coastal town and general coastal views](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6156407/b5bc4c82-6570-4ba2-b7d9-301b822ff9f1.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh)

![Reis Magos Beach featuring a pebble beach and landscape views](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6156405/cb9e2691-f31d-4a59-a7a0-01a97ab562ee.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh)

![Reis Magos Beach featuring a pebble beach, landscape views and general coastal views](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6156405/eb7ead80-6f73-42fd-a0f0-a1fc730bab21.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh)

![Ponta da Oliveira showing landscape views, hiking or walking and mountains](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6156407/7218f4c0-bc08-4acf-9330-db05d4ca7ee4.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh)

![Ponta da Oliveira showing a coastal town as well as an individual male](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6156407/42026a7b-ede2-4098-90dc-47950dead53c.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh)

## Visit Canico

Things to do

- Canico Hotel Deals
- Vacation Rentals in Canico

![The Views Oasis - Family Friendly](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/920000/918500/918495/w3837h2556x3y3-d6c139f0_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150)

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The Views Oasis - Family Friendly

Praia dos Reis Magos Santa Cruz Madeira

Book a stay at this beach hotel in Santa Cruz. Enjoy free breakfast, free parking, and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. ...

9.2/10 Wonderful! (253 reviews)

This is a family friendly hotel so not one we would normally choose. Our flight was cancelled so we booked it for just one night.

Reviewed on Mar 5, 2026

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![Sentido Galosol](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/930000/922400/922319/3eb08b8f_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150)

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Sentido Galosol

Rua D. Francisco Santana Santa Cruz Madeira

$156 nightly

$167 total

Mar 23 - Mar 24

Total with taxes and fees

Book a stay at this beach hotel in Santa Cruz. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and 2 outdoor pools. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular ...

9/10 Wonderful! (428 reviews)

The room itself was nice and had a great see view. The hotel is advertised as two connected properties with spa amenities but in reality they are pretty disjointed and quite a bit of walk from each other. The spa reservation system is not great because there is no online way to reserve a massage ...

Reviewed on Mar 8, 2026

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![Hotel Riu Madeira - All Inclusive](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/5000000/4820000/4813400/4813351/f8f3da17_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150)

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Hotel Riu Madeira - All Inclusive

Praia dos Reis Magos Santa Cruz 

$273 nightly

$289 total

Mar 18 - Mar 19

Total with taxes and fees

Book a stay at this beach hotel in Santa Cruz. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and 2 outdoor pools. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular ...

9.2/10 Wonderful! (269 reviews)

We had a great frontal view from our room. Affordable medium luxury. Very clean. Service impeccable.

Reviewed on Mar 8, 2026

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![Dom Pedro Garajau](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/340000/330400/330327/784e84f9_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150)

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Dom Pedro Garajau

Estrada do Garajau, 131 Santa Cruz 

Book a stay at this family-friendly aparthotel in Santa Cruz. Enjoy 2 outdoor pools, a 24-hour front desk, and daily housekeeping. Our guests praise the helpful ...

7.4/10 Good! (483 reviews)

The kitchen appliances did not work and there was no air conditioning in the room. The staff were friendly and the room service left the space very neat and tidy.

Reviewed on Dec 27, 2025

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![Falesia Gardens](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/108000000/107260000/107250700/107250632/17871d57_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150)

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Falesia Gardens

R. da Falésia Santa Cruz Madeira

Stay at this aparthotel in Santa Cruz. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a garden. Popular attractions Funchal Farmers Market and Funchal Marina are located ...

8.8/10 Excellent! (10 reviews)

Spacious property, all facilities, wonderful hosts

Reviewed on Jan 11, 2026

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![Caniço Bay Club](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/2000000/1580000/1576800/1576759/10350430_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150)

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Caniço Bay Club

Rua D. Francisco Santana Santa Cruz Madeira

Book a stay at this beach aparthotel in Santa Cruz. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and room service. Our guests praise the property condition in our reviews. ...

7.2/10 Good! (130 reviews)

La propiedad estaba cuidada, la limpieza es buena, la persona que nos atendio ha sido muy amable y atenta.Recomendable para ir es tranquilo, pero tiene de todo y cerca la capital.

Reviewed on Aug 15, 2022

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### Popular places to visit

![Ponta da Oliveira showing landscape views and general coastal views](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6156407/e584c0a9-a9dc-4963-9088-dcb2b4ab81ec.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh)

#### Ponta da Oliveira

Find a secluded dive spot in the cove protected by this dramatic rocky bluff or walk along cliff-top paths to take in Atlantic coast views.

[](https://expedia.com/Ponta-Da-Oliveira-Santa-Cruz.d6156407.Vacation-Attraction)

#### Santo da Serra Market

You can browse for the perfect souvenirs at Santo da Serra Market during your trip to Santo da Serra. While you're in the area, wander around the gardens. 

[](https://expedia.com/Santo-Da-Serra-Market-Santa-Cruz.d553248635975667737.Vacation-Attraction)

#### Cristo Rei

You can learn about the history of Canico with a trip to Cristo Rei. Stroll along the seaside or attend a sporting event in the area. 

[](https://expedia.com/Cristo-Rei-Santa-Cruz.d942181959482793984.Vacation-Attraction)

#### Aquaparque Madeira

Enjoy an outing to Aquaparque Madeira during your stay in Pinheiro. 

[](https://expedia.com/Aquaparque-Madeira-Santa-Cruz.d963736497486704640.Vacation-Attraction)

#### Quinta Da Junta

Explore the great outdoors at Quinta Da Junta, a lovely green space in Santo da Serra. Amble within picturesque gardens or visit the spas in this relaxing area. 

[](https://expedia.com/Quinta-Da-Junta-Santa-Cruz.d553248635940398273.Vacation-Attraction)

#### Palheiro Golfe

Enjoy a round of golf in Canico at Palheiro Golfe. Stroll along the seaside or visit the spas in this relaxing area. 

[](https://expedia.com/Palheiro-Golfe-Madeira-Region.d553248621532482357.Vacation-Attraction)

### Things to do

![City Sightseeing Funchal Madeira Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Tour](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/172154/1c0026b2-71cc-4827-a418-68732860a6de.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh)

#### City Sightseeing Funchal Madeira Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Tour + Bookable Extras

$29

per adult

**80%** of travellers recommend

[](https://expedia.com/things-to-do/city-sightseeing-funchal-madeira-hop-on-hop-off-bus-tour-bookable-extras.a172154.activity-details)

![Funchal: RIB Whale Watching Cruise and Optional Dolphin Swim](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/48488035/413c8646-d2a4-4210-a3f0-bccc60166b6c.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh)

#### Funchal: RIB Whale Watching Cruise and Optional Dolphin Swim

$61

per adult

[](https://expedia.com/things-to-do/funchal-rib-whale-watching-cruise-and-optional-dolphin-swim.a48488035.activity-details)

![Boss's Well - Nuns Valley](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/2786824/9ae0917d-3242-444b-b186-478297557358.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh)

#### Nuns Valley Tour

$29

per adult

[](https://expedia.com/things-to-do/nuns-valley-tour.a2786824.activity-details)

![Picture 3 for Activity Madeira: Skywalk, Porto Moniz, Seixal, and Fanal Jeep Tour](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/4758317/e88f05ec-7730-4606-bf7d-a0ce0b8a233c.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh)

#### Madeira: Skywalk, Porto Moniz, Seixal, and Fanal 4WD Tour

$73

per adult

**96%** of travellers recommend

[](https://expedia.com/things-to-do/madeira-skywalk.a4758317.activity-details)

![Picture 2 for Activity Caldeirão Verde: Queimadas PR9 Transfer Hike](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/48313931/9d30ca6a-1e93-4b7d-bf9c-b58c3a5d696b.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh)

#### Caldeirão Verde: Levada Caldeirao Verde Hiking Transfer

$40

per adult

[](https://expedia.com/things-to-do/caldeirao-verde-levada-caldeirao-verde-hiking-transfer.a48313931.activity-details)

![Aerial view of Cabo Girão Island](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/504447/ba6dc170-82bd-46a3-b280-c77747d8261f.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh)

#### Funchal Hop-On Hop-Off Câmara de Lobos & Cabo Girão 5 Days

$34

per adult

**100%** of travellers recommend

[](https://expedia.com/things-to-do/funchal-hop-on-hop-off-camara-de-lobos-cabo-girao-5-days.a504447.activity-details)

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## Cities near Canico

![Santa Cruz Beach featuring a pebble beach and a coastal town as well as a small group of people](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6081815/3c148663-79a7-4a8e-8a9d-54b7f71f7619.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium)

### Santa Cruz

![Madeira](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/1232/6e2c669e-bc3d-4836-8141-229eb28e0940.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium)

### Funchal

![Palheiro Gardens featuring a garden](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6081843/d8136d37-720f-48c8-9c6b-9fcf7af32d4d.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium)

### Sao Goncalo

![The cable car at Santa Cruz, near the Christ the King statue](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/602792/c6564f1c-67d7-4a0a-ab5e-0299bccdecb2.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium)

### Garajau

- Cities near Canico
- Places of interest

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- [Reis Magos Beach ](https://expedia.com/Reis-Magos-Beach-Madeira-Island.d6156405.Vacation-Attraction)
- [Ponta da Oliveira ](https://expedia.com/Ponta-Da-Oliveira-Santa-Cruz.d6156407.Vacation-Attraction)
- [Funchal Marina ](https://expedia.com/Funchal-Marina-Funchal.d6081807.Vacation-Attraction)
- [Funchal Farmers Market ](https://expedia.com/Funchal-Farmers-Market-Old-Town-Funchal.d6158322.Vacation-Attraction)
- [Madeira Botanical Garden ](https://expedia.com/Madeira-Botanical-Garden-Funchal.d6081821.Vacation-Attraction)
- [CR7 Museum ](https://expedia.com/CR7-Museum-Funchal.d553248621562514801.Vacation-Attraction)
- [Seixal Beach ](https://expedia.com/Seixal-Beach-Madeira-Island.d553248635188846851.Vacation-Attraction)
- [Town Square ](https://expedia.com/Town-Square-Funchal.d6081819.Vacation-Attraction)
- [Lido Bathing Complex ](https://expedia.com/Lido-Bathing-Complex-Funchal.d3000662102.Vacation-Attraction)
- [Ponta Do Sol Beach ](https://expedia.com/Ponta-Do-Sol-Beach-Madeira-Island.d6267526.Vacation-Attraction)
- [Madeira Congress Center ](https://expedia.com/Madeira-Congress-Center-Funchal.d6158356.Vacation-Attraction)
- [Pico do Ariero ](https://expedia.com/Pico-Do-Ariero-Camara-de-Lobos.d6081823.Vacation-Attraction)
- [Madeira Stadium ](https://expedia.com/Madeira-Stadium-Funchal.d6081811.Vacation-Attraction)
- [Madeira Casino ](https://expedia.com/Madeira-Casino-Funchal.d6126386.Vacation-Attraction)
- [Cabo Girao ](https://expedia.com/Cabo-Girao-Camara-de-Lobos.d6081817.Vacation-Attraction)
- [Monte Palace Gardens ](https://expedia.com/Monte-Palace-Gardens-Funchal.d6081827.Vacation-Attraction)
- [Palmeiras Beach ](https://expedia.com/Palmeiras-Beach-Madeira-Island.d6081815.Vacation-Attraction)
- [Funchal-Monte Teleferico ](https://expedia.com/Funchal-Monte-Teleferico-Old-Town-Funchal.d6171669.Vacation-Attraction)
- [Machico Beach ](https://expedia.com/Machico-Beach-Machico.d633631306442006528.Vacation-Attraction)
- [Formosa Beach ](https://expedia.com/Formosa-Beach-Funchal.d6081813.Vacation-Attraction)
- [Pico Ruivo ](https://expedia.com/Pico-Ruivo-Santana.d6081831.Vacation-Attraction)
- [Caves of Sao Vicente and Volcanism Center ](https://expedia.com/Caves-Of-Sao-Vicente-And-Volcanism-Center-Sao-Vicente.d6081829.Vacation-Attraction)
- [Centro Comercial Forum Madeira ](https://expedia.com/Centro-Comercial-Forum-Madeira-Funchal.d553248621557918430.Vacation-Attraction)
- [Avenida do Mar ](https://expedia.com/Avenida-Do-Mar-Funchal.d6158478.Vacation-Attraction)
- [Funchal Municipal Garden ](https://expedia.com/Funchal-Municipal-Garden-Funchal.d553248625259842830.Vacation-Attraction)
- [Palheiro Gardens ](https://expedia.com/Palheiro-Gardens-Funchal.d6081843.Vacation-Attraction)
- [Palheiro Golf Club ](https://expedia.com/Palheiro-Golf-Club-Funchal.d6156409.Vacation-Attraction)
- [Funchal Tourist Office ](https://expedia.com/Funchal-Tourist-Office-Funchal.d553248621562514807.Vacation-Attraction)

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