If you want to experience one of the most famous viewpoints in Europe, Cabo Girão Skywalk is an absolute must. Standing on a glass skywalk suspended over a massive cliff edge, you are looking straight down a whopping 589 meters to the ocean and the tiny farming terraces below. It is a total thrill and gives you a panoramic view of the coastline and Funchal that will completely blow you away.
The entire viewpoint area is beautifully maintained, fully paved, and completely wheelchair and stroller accessible, making it an easy and welcoming spot for everyone to enjoy.
🚨 Inside Tips for Your Visit:
🎟️ Tickets: Entry is super cheap, coming in at around just €2 per person.
⏰ Avoid the coaches: Because it’s one of the island's most legendary attractions, endless tour coaches completely take over the area during the middle of the day. This can make parking in the main visitor lot quite a headache.
🌅 When to go: To beat the rush, your best bet is to head up early in the morning. Alternatively, wait and go for a gorgeous golden hour sunset-watching the sky change colors from that high up is pure magic!
🚌 Bus Info: If you aren't driving, it’s incredibly easy to reach using public transport. Just hop on the SIGA Rodoeste Bus 7, 86, or 142 from Funchal, and it will drop you right outside the skywalk visitor center gates.