Car Rental in Funchal

Funchal's southern areas offer car rentals with two companies in a central location near the city's port area and old town. From the coordinates 32.643°N, -16.923°E, you have 1 km to Funchal Marina and 18 km to the airport. It's an excellent base for exploring all of Madeira.

Southern Funchal includes the historic Zona Velha with its colorful doors and restaurants, as well as Mercado dos Lavradores with local products. The harbor promenade and cable car station to Monte are within walking distance of the rental locations. Leave the car parked and walk to Zona Velha – the streets are too narrow for driving.

Drive east along ER101 toward Caniço (12 km) for snorkeling in crystal-clear water. Take the mountain roads north toward Poiso (18 km) for spectacular views over Funchal from 1,400 meters altitude. Where can I park the rental car in southern Funchal?

There are parking garages at Marina Shopping and along Avenida do Mar, with paid parking available 24/7. Can I drive to Cabo Girão from southern Funchal? Yes, it's approximately 15 km to the west and takes about 25 minutes via ER101 and then up toward the cliffs.

Is it difficult to navigate in downtown Funchal with a rental car? The center can be confusing with one-way streets – use GPS and plan your route in advance for easiest navigation.

We compare prices from all major providers at Funchal South so you can see the total cost upfront — including insurance, fuel terms and any extras. Most bookings include free cancellation up to 48 hours before pickup, giving you flexibility if your plans change.