Madeira Mysteries Sunset Walking Tours

What if Madeira’s history began much earlier than commonly believed? On the Madeira Mysteries Sunset Walking Tour, you’ll discover Funchal from an unusual perspective. Together with your guide Leila, you’ll embark on a journey through almost 3,000 years of history, mythology and science – from ancient tales and mysterious clues about early visitors to the island to some of Madeira’s lesser-known stories. The tour begins in one of Funchal’s most beautiful public gardens and takes you through the city on foot, passing well-known sights and hidden traces of the past. Along the way, you’ll discover why some historical and scientific clues raise intriguing questions about Madeira’s official discovery story. Timing is part of the experience: the tour starts around two hours before sunset and finishes overlooking the Atlantic. If you like, you can even take a short swim along the way and round off the evening with a poncha afterwards. A different kind of walking tour for anyone who wants to do more than just see Madeira – and instead discover its stories, mysteries and myths.