Canico Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

A coastal city with a mountain in the background and a clear blue sea.
A rocky beach with a rocky cliff and a building with umbrellas.
A rocky shoreline with clear blue water, a boat in the distance, and a cliff on the left.
A hiking trail with wooden railings, leading up a hill with houses and a statue at the peak.
A coastal path with a rocky hillside, parked cars, and buildings on the hill.
Hotel Riu Madeira - All Inclusive

Hotel Riu Madeira - All Inclusive

4 out of 5
Praia dos Reis Magos Santa Cruz
The price is NZ$523 per night from 15 Nov to 16 Nov
NZ$523
15 Nov - 16 Nov
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this beach hotel in Santa Cruz. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and 2 outdoor pools. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular attractions ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (303 reviews)
"★★★★★ Exceptional Hospitality at RIU Madeira! We had a wonderful experience at RIU Madeira Resort! We arrived at the hotel before 9 AM, and even though our room wasn't ready yet, the staff warmly welcomed us and allowed us to enjoy the resort's amenities and breakfast right away. What impressed us ..."

Reviewed on 14 Oct 2026

Hotel Riu Madeira - All Inclusive
Sentido Galosol

Sentido Galosol

4 out of 5
Rua D. Francisco Santana Santa Cruz Madeira
The price is NZ$277 per night from 5 Nov to 6 Nov
NZ$277
5 Nov - 6 Nov
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this spa hotel in Santa Cruz. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and 2 outdoor pools. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular attractions ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (495 reviews)
"The staff were pleasant and helpful. The room was clean with very comfortable beds and the pool and sea view were great."

Reviewed on 14 Oct 2026

Sentido Galosol
Garajau Madeira Hotel

Garajau Madeira Hotel

3 out of 5
Estrada do Garajau, 131 Santa Cruz
The price is NZ$152 per night from 3 Nov to 4 Nov
NZ$152
3 Nov - 4 Nov
includes taxes & fees
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 staff ...
7.4/10 Good! (518 reviews)
"Friendly, & helpful staff. Room was clean and had a nice balcony and small kitchenette. No Air in the room. Nice to have breakfast included."

Reviewed on 12 Oct 2026

Garajau Madeira Hotel
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Garajau Madeira Hotel

Garajau Madeira Hotel

3 out of 5
Estrada do Garajau, 131 Santa Cruz
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 staff ...
7.4/10 Good! (518 reviews)
"Friendly, & helpful staff. Room was clean and had a nice balcony and small kitchenette. No Air in the room. Nice to have breakfast included."

Reviewed on 12 Oct 2026

Garajau Madeira Hotel
Caniço Bay Club

Caniço Bay Club

4 out of 5
Rua D. Francisco Santana Santa Cruz Madeira
Stay at this beach aparthotel in Santa Cruz. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and room service. Our guests praise the property condition in their reviews. Popular ...
7.2/10 Good! (135 reviews)
"Very clean rooms, friendly."

Reviewed on 30 Sept 2026

Caniço Bay Club
Vacation home with fantastic sea views in the first row

Vacation home with fantastic sea views in the first row

Canico de Baixo Madeira
Stay at this holiday home in Santa Cruz. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a garden and laundry facilities. Popular attractions Funchal Marina and Ponta da Oliveira are located ...
9.8/10 Exceptional! (96 reviews)
"Sehr hübsche, geräumiges Haus mit einer traumhaften Terrasse und einem atemberaubenden Blick. Es hat an absolut nichts gefehlt, die Ausstattung ist hervorragend und lädt zum Wohlfühlen ein. Besonders das Frühstück auf der Terrasse mit Blick auf den Atlantik war jeden Morgen der perfekte Start in ..."

Reviewed on 22 Aug 2026

Vacation home with fantastic sea views in the first row
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Stay near popular Canico attractions

Ponta da Oliveira

9.2/10 (31 reviews)
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.
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Activities

City Sightseeing Funchal Madeira Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Tour

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

NZ$52
per adult
80% of travellers recommend
City Sightseeing Funchal Madeira Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Tour + Bookable Extras
Funchal: Dolphin and Whale Watching Catamaran Cruise

Funchal: Dolphin and Whale Watching Catamaran Cruise

NZ$70
per adult
92% of travellers recommend
Funchal: Dolphin and Whale Watching Catamaran Cruise
Madeira: Skywalk, Porto Moniz, Seixal, and Fanal 4WD Tour

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

NZ$138
per adult
98% of travellers recommend
Madeira: Skywalk, Porto Moniz, Seixal, and Fanal 4WD Tour
From Funchal: Ecological Catamaran Dolphin Whale Watching

From Funchal: Ecological Catamaran Dolphin Whale Watching

NZ$80
per adult
96% of travellers recommend
From Funchal: Ecological Catamaran Dolphin Whale Watching
Santana: Magical East Coast Full-Day Tour

Santana: Magical East Coast Full-Day Tour

NZ$140
per adult
90% of travellers recommend
Santana: Magical East Coast Full-Day Tour
Funchal: Pico do Arieiro Sunrise Plus 2 extra Hiking Trails

Stairway to Heaven, Pico do Areeiro, PR 1&3 - Sunrise Option

NZ$38
per adult
Stairway to Heaven, Pico do Areeiro, PR 1&3 - Sunrise Option
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Cities near Canico

A densely packed urban area with a mix of colorful buildings, including a prominent white church with a bell tower.

Funchal