Santa Cruz
Travel Guide





Visit Santa Cruz

Albatroz Beach & Yacht Club
The extra touches… fruit basket when I arrived, daily treats delivered to room before supper, incredible food, especially fish dish with banana. The ocean saltwater pools, sun deck with service next to heated pool … staff very kind and friendly, they treated me like a king. The view and rhythmic ...
Reviewed on Feb 2, 2026

Vila Gale Santa Cruz Resort Hotel
We only stayed one night and used the room most of the time as we were tired
Reviewed on Jan 8, 2026

Villas Madalena
Very good communication, given the door codes before arriving. Accommodation was excellent, bed was very comfy and shower fab. We used public transport so you need to work out the buses that pass the door unless you don't mind walking. It's about a 25 minute walk to the airport from the property. ...
Reviewed on Nov 16, 2025

Villas Madalena
Very good communication, given the door codes before arriving. Accommodation was excellent, bed was very comfy and shower fab. We used public transport so you need to work out the buses that pass the door unless you don't mind walking. It's about a 25 minute walk to the airport from the property. ...
Reviewed on Nov 16, 2025

House / Villa - Santa Cruz
Lovely welcome and beautiful property.
Reviewed on Aug 27, 2025

Dom Pedro Garajau
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
Popular places to visit

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.
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.
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.
Palheiro Golfe
Enjoy a round of golf in Canico at Palheiro Golfe. Stroll along the seaside or visit the spas in this relaxing area.
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.
Garajau Cable Car
You can take time to visit Garajau Cable Car during your travels to Garajau.
Things to do

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

Funchal: RIB Whale Watching Cruise and Optional Dolphin Swim

Caldeirão Verde: Levada Caldeirao Verde Hiking Transfer

Funchal Hop-On Hop-Off Câmara de Lobos & Cabo Girão 5 Days
- Funchal Marina
- Madeira Botanical Garden
- CR7 Museum
- Funchal Farmers Market
- Seixal Beach
- Town Square
- Lido Bathing Complex
- Ponta Do Sol Beach
- Cabo Girao
- Palmeiras Beach
- Madeira Congress Center
- Centro Comercial Forum Madeira
- Madeira Casino
- Madeira Stadium
- Pico do Ariero
- Palheiro Gardens
- Monte Palace Gardens
- Funchal Municipal Garden
- Reis Magos Beach
- Pico Ruivo
- Formosa Beach
- Funchal-Monte Teleferico
- Funchal Town Hall
- Machico Beach
- Funchal Cable Car - Monte Station
- Palheiro Golf Club
- Caves of Sao Vicente and Volcanism Center
- Funchal Tourist Office
- Funchal Ecological Park
- Avenida do Mar
- Ponta Gorda Bathing Complex





