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[Book now](https://expedia.com/deals?rfrr=ACTIVITIES_SPRING_PROMO_791246500221980672) ## Recommended things to do in Santa Cruz | Number of things to do | 561 | | ------------------------------- | ----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- | | Cheapest thing to do on Expedia | [Madeira: A Self-Guided Island Journey](/things-to-do/madeira-a-self-guided-island-journey.a50716308.activity-details): $5 | | Top 5 things to do | [City Sightseeing Funchal Madeira Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Tour + Bookable Extras](/things-to-do/city-sightseeing-funchal-madeira-hop-on-hop-off-bus-tour-bookable-extras.a172154.activity-details)[Funchal Hop-On Hop-Off with Câmara de Lobos & Cabo Girão 48h](/things-to-do/funchal-hop-on-hop-off-with-camara-de-lobos-cabo-girao-48h.a463554.activity-details)[Funchal: RIB Whale Watching Cruise and Optional Dolphin Swim](/things-to-do/funchal-rib-whale-watching-cruise-and-optional-dolphin-swim.a48488035.activity-details)[From Funchal: Ecological Catamaran Dolphin Whale Watching](/things-to-do/from-funchal-ecological-catamaran-dolphin-whale-watching.a48336967.activity-details)[Madeira: Half-Day Pico Areeiro Jeep Tour](/things-to-do/madeira-half-day-pico-arieiro-jeep-tour.a4766169.activity-details) | | Under $25 | [Quinta do Lorde: Ponta de São Lourenço Water Taxi](/things-to-do/quinta-do-lord-baia-dabra-water-taxi.a4763021.activity-details)[Madeira: Ponta de São Lourenço Lighthouse Boat Tour](/things-to-do/lighthouse-view-ponta-de-sao-lourenco-boat-tour.a4765270.activity-details)[Funchal: Snorkeling Adventure in Eco-Park / Shore or by Boat](/things-to-do/funchal-snorkeling-adventure-in-the-eco-park.a48335600.activity-details)[Funchal: Snorkeling Adventure in Eco-Park / Shore or by Boat](/things-to-do/snorkeling-adventure-in-the-funchal-eco-park.a49066506.activity-details)[Ponta Do Sol : Madeira Banana Museum guided tour](/things-to-do/ponta-do-sol-madeira-banana-museum-guided-tour.a49517843.activity-details) | | With kids | [City Sightseeing Funchal Madeira Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Tour + Bookable Extras](/things-to-do/city-sightseeing-funchal-madeira-hop-on-hop-off-bus-tour-bookable-extras.a172154.activity-details)[Funchal Hop-On Hop-Off with Câmara de Lobos & Cabo Girão 48h](/things-to-do/funchal-hop-on-hop-off-with-camara-de-lobos-cabo-girao-48h.a463554.activity-details)[From Funchal: Ecological Catamaran Dolphin Whale Watching](/things-to-do/from-funchal-ecological-catamaran-dolphin-whale-watching.a48336967.activity-details)[Madeira: Half-Day Pico Areeiro Jeep Tour](/things-to-do/madeira-half-day-pico-arieiro-jeep-tour.a4766169.activity-details)[Funchal: Dolphin and Whale Watching Catamaran Cruise](/things-to-do/funchal-dolphin-and-whale-watching-catamaran-cruise.a4583317.activity-details) | ## What to do in Santa Cruz --- Looking for sports, concerts, or theater events in Santa Cruz? [Search event tickets](https://www.expedia.com/event-tickets/) to see what's happening today, or to plan what to do this weekend! --- --- ### Discover the most popular places to visit in Santa Cruz ![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) #### 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) #### 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) #### Garajau Cable Car You can take time to visit Garajau Cable Car during your travels to Garajau. [](https://expedia.com/Garajau-Cable-Car-Santa-Cruz.d942181795311865856.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) #### Road of Christ the King You can learn about the history of Canico with a stop at Road of Christ the King. Stroll along the seaside or visit the spas in the area. [](https://expedia.com/Road-Of-Christ-The-King-Santa-Cruz.d974583314497142784.Vacation-Attraction) --- Looking for fun things to do nearby? Check [things to do near me](https://www.expedia.com/things-to-do-near-me) to find and book the best things to do, fun activities, and top attractions wherever you happen to be. --- ## Popular day trips from Santa Cruz ![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 ![Machico showing a pebble beach](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/182232/6318612e-05aa-4464-a0b5-ede489b5252b.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) ### Machico ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Santa Cruz worth visiting? ### How do I spend a day in Santa Cruz? ### What is the top tourist attraction in Santa Cruz? ### Is three days enough to stay in Santa Cruz? ### What are some activities to do in Santa Cruz with kids? > - [City Sightseeing Funchal Madeira Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Tour + Bookable Extras](https://expedia.com/things-to-do/city-sightseeing-funchal-madeira-hop-on-hop-off-bus-tour-bookable-extras.a172154.activity-details) > - [Funchal Hop-On Hop-Off with Câmara de Lobos & Cabo Girão 48h](https://expedia.com/things-to-do/funchal-hop-on-hop-off-with-camara-de-lobos-cabo-girao-48h.a463554.activity-details) > - [From Funchal: Ecological Catamaran Dolphin Whale Watching](https://expedia.com/things-to-do/from-funchal-ecological-catamaran-dolphin-whale-watching.a48336967.activity-details) > - [Madeira: Half-Day Pico Areeiro Jeep Tour](https://expedia.com/things-to-do/madeira-half-day-pico-arieiro-jeep-tour.a4766169.activity-details) > - [Funchal: Dolphin and Whale Watching Catamaran Cruise](https://expedia.com/things-to-do/funchal-dolphin-and-whale-watching-catamaran-cruise.a4583317.activity-details) ### What to do in Santa Cruz for adults? ### Are there free things to do in Santa Cruz? ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/mad-service/footer/bnaBanners/BEX_Footer.jpg) ## Go further with the Expedia app Save even more - get up to 20% on select hotels when you book on the app. Our app deals help you to save on trips so you can travel more and manage it all on the go. 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