28. Must-Have Apps for Exploring Madeira

Planning your Madeira adventure has never been easier with the right apps at your fingertips. Whether you're navigating winding mountain roads, checking trail closures, or catching the next bus, these tools help make every journey smoother. With the island’s microclimates and terrain changes, they’ll save you time, help you stay safe, and even unlock a few discounts.

🚍 Navigation & Transport

Google Maps
Great for general navigation and public transport in Funchal and surroundings. Use it to check real-time bus schedules, stops, and routes.
🔗 Google Maps – Madeira

Rome2Rio
Ideal for planning trips around the island. It shows which bus to take, estimated travel times, and where to catch it—especially helpful outside Funchal.
🔗 Rome2Rio
💸 FREE

🥾 Hiking & Trails

WalkMe
A must-have for hikers in Madeira. Find over 50 detailed levada and vereda routes with offline maps, photos, distances, elevation info, and trail difficulty.
🔗 WalkMe – Madeira Hiking App (iOS & Android)
💸 FREE

🍽️ Food & Dining Deals

TheFork
Book tables and get exclusive restaurant discounts across Madeira. Save money, earn reward points, and avoid tourist traps by booking in advance.
🔗 TheFork
💸 FREE

🌦️ Weather – Best Forecasts for Madeira

Windy
Ideal for checking Madeira’s fast-changing conditions. Provides real-time data on wind, rain, temperature, and cloud cover.
🔗 Windy

MeteoBlue
Excellent for pinpoint weather forecasts by altitude and micro-region. Reliable even in the mountains.
🔗 MeteoBlue – Madeira