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Madeira is an autonomous region of Portugal, and is known as the Pearl of the Atlantic, with its sub-tropical vegetation and temperate year-round climate. It’s located over 300 miles from the European coast, and the main airport (Madeira or Funchal Airport) was updated in 2000 to provide a longer runway and the capacity to receive up to 3 million visitors a year. The capital of the island is Funchal, sited in a natural amphitheatre, with the Atlantic on one side and the mountains at its back. The island was first discovered by Portuguese sailors in the 15th century, and the Portuguese soon established sugar cane plantations on the island, then a great luxury in Europe, so trade flourished. The vineyards planted on the island also produced the famous Madeira wine, especially popular in 18th century England. The island has also suffered piracy, a brief occupation by the English during the Napoleonic Wars, and bombardment by German U-boats during the First World War. Today it is a popular and thriving tourist spot, offering all the attractions of a lively resort in Funchal and the draw of hiking in the interior to keen walkers.

Things to Do in Madeira

Booking the best car hire deals in Madeira through GoCarHire.co.uk will give you the freedom to explore the whole island. To gain wonderful views over Funchal and the island, take the cable car in Funchal up to Monte, where the reward is not only the panorama, but a picturesque church and Monte Palace with its tropical gardens. The lava pools at Porto Moniz are not to be missed, a reminder of the volcanic origins of the island, and a lovely way to relax and sunbathe while enjoying the warm waters and the colours of the surrounding sea. The “laurisilva” or laurel forests in the mountains are special not only for their rarity but also for the peace of the surroundings and the glimpsed views of the island below on a fine day.

Top 3 Must See: Madeira

  • Monte Palace and tropical Gardens

  • Sao Vicente caves

  • Cabo Girao, one of the world’s highest ocean cliffs

The “levadas” are well-known by hikers in Madeira, and are aqueducts built to bring water from the north to the south of the island, constructed between the 15th and 20th centuries; apart from carrying water they also provide a network of walks throughout the island. A tour of the Sao Vicente Caves and Volcanism Centre provides a fascinating view of the volcanic origins and formation of the island. For a wonderfully unspoilt church tucked away in Funchal, Igreja de Sao Pedro offers the visitor a wonderful interior with ornate wall paintings, crystal chandeliers and gilded woodwork, belied by its rather plain exterior. Top Three Attractions Monte Palace and tropical Gardens Sao Vicente caves Cabo Girao, one of the world’s highest ocean cliffs

Driving Around Madeira

Navigating around the island couldn’t be simpler, once you realise that there is a road that encircles the coast, which is the VR 1 from Funchal airport and becomes the VR3 as it wends its way towards Porto Moniz, and VR2 between Porto Moniz and Santana. The VR4 bisects the island. The main challenge for the motorist is not getting distracted by the wonderful sea and mountain views, as the winding and narrow stretches of the road in some places, especially driving up into the mountains, can take all your concentration. There are numerous “miradouros” – viewpoints – where you can pull over and savour the views. Car hire will enable the visitor to explore the island and discover some of the lovely villages and scenic spots inland which are almost literally off the beaten track.

Which are the best deals in Madeira?

Large Truck
Large Truck
from £42.00/day
Economy
Economy
from £72.00/day
Compact
Compact
from £74.00/day
Special
Special
from £75.00/day
Intermediate
Intermediate
from £75.00/day
Standard
Standard
from £77.00/day

Madeira car rental directory

AVIS
Address
Lg Antonio Nobre 164
Operating Times
Monday 08:30 - 12:30
Monday 14:00 - 19:00
Tuesday 08:30 - 12:30
Tuesday 14:00 - 19:00
Wednesday 08:30 - 12:30
Wednesday 14:00 - 19:00
Thursday 08:30 - 12:30
Thursday 14:00 - 19:00
Friday 08:30 - 12:30
Friday 14:00 - 19:00
Saturday 08:30 - 12:30
Saturday 14:00 - 19:00
Sunday 08:30 - 12:30
Sunday 15:00 - 19:00
Instructions
N/A

BUDGET
Address
Lg Antonio Nobre 164, (AV DO INFANTE)
Operating Times
Monday 08:30 - 12:30
Monday 14:00 - 18:00
Tuesday 08:30 - 12:30
Tuesday 14:00 - 18:00
Wednesday 08:30 - 12:30
Wednesday 14:00 - 18:00
Thursday 08:30 - 12:30
Thursday 14:00 - 18:00
Friday 08:30 - 12:30
Friday 14:00 - 18:00
Saturday 08:30 - 12:30
Saturday 14:00 - 18:00
Instructions
N/A

ENTERPRISE
Address
R DR ERNESTO SENA OLIVEIRA 123
Operating Times
Monday 09:00 - 13:00
Monday 14:00 - 18:00
Tuesday 09:00 - 13:00
Tuesday 14:00 - 18:00
Wednesday 09:00 - 13:00
Wednesday 14:00 - 18:00
Thursday 09:00 - 13:00
Thursday 14:00 - 18:00
Friday 09:00 - 13:00
Friday 14:00 - 18:00
Instructions
N/A

EUROPCAR
Address
EST.MONUMENTAL,175-B
Operating Times
Monday 08:30 - 13:00
Monday 15:00 - 18:30
Tuesday 08:30 - 13:00
Tuesday 15:00 - 18:30
Wednesday 08:30 - 13:00
Wednesday 15:00 - 18:30
Thursday 08:30 - 13:00
Thursday 15:00 - 18:30
Friday 08:30 - 13:00
Friday 15:00 - 18:30
Saturday 08:30 - 13:00
Saturday 15:00 - 18:30
Sunday 08:30 - 13:00
Sunday 15:00 - 18:30
Instructions
N/A

GUERIN
Address
Rua Dom Ernesto de Oliveira, 123
Operating Times
Monday 09:00 - 12:29
Monday 14:30 - 17:59
Tuesday 09:00 - 12:29
Tuesday 14:30 - 17:59
Wednesday 09:00 - 12:29
Wednesday 14:30 - 17:59
Thursday 09:00 - 12:29
Thursday 14:30 - 17:59
Friday 09:00 - 12:29
Friday 14:30 - 17:59
Saturday 09:00 - 12:59
Instructions
N/A

HERTZ
Address
Hotel Vila Baleira, Madeira Lido Atlantic Gr Htl., Estrada Monumental, 274
Operating Times
Monday 09:00 - 13:00
Monday 14:00 - 18:00
Tuesday 09:00 - 13:00
Tuesday 14:00 - 18:00
Wednesday 09:00 - 13:00
Wednesday 14:00 - 18:00
Thursday 09:00 - 13:00
Thursday 14:00 - 18:00
Friday 09:00 - 13:00
Friday 14:00 - 18:00
Saturday 09:00 - 13:00
Saturday 14:00 - 18:00
Instructions
N/A

INSULARCAR
Address
Rua da Casa Branca,27 A, ((in Front Dorisol Hotels)
Operating Times
Monday 00:00 - 08:29
Monday 08:30 - 12:29
Monday 14:30 - 18:29
Monday 18:30 - 23:59
Tuesday 00:00 - 08:29
Tuesday 08:30 - 12:29
Tuesday 14:30 - 18:29
Tuesday 18:30 - 23:59
Wednesday 00:00 - 08:29
Wednesday 08:30 - 12:29
Wednesday 14:30 - 18:29
Wednesday 18:30 - 23:59
Thursday 00:00 - 08:29
Thursday 08:30 - 12:29
Thursday 14:30 - 18:29
Thursday 18:30 - 23:59
Friday 00:00 - 08:29
Friday 08:30 - 12:29
Friday 14:30 - 18:29
Friday 18:30 - 23:59
Saturday 00:00 - 08:29
Saturday 08:30 - 12:29
Saturday 14:30 - 18:29
Saturday 18:30 - 23:59
Sunday 00:00 - 08:29
Sunday 08:30 - 12:29
Sunday 14:30 - 18:29
Sunday 18:30 - 23:59
Instructions
N/A

KEDDY BY EUROPCAR
Address
EST.MONUMENTAL,175-B
Operating Times
Monday 08:30 - 13:00
Monday 15:00 - 18:30
Tuesday 08:30 - 13:00
Tuesday 15:00 - 18:30
Wednesday 08:30 - 13:00
Wednesday 15:00 - 18:30
Thursday 08:30 - 13:00
Thursday 15:00 - 18:30
Friday 08:30 - 13:00
Friday 15:00 - 18:30
Saturday 08:30 - 13:00
Saturday 15:00 - 18:30
Sunday 08:30 - 13:00
Sunday 15:00 - 18:30
Instructions
N/A

MADEIRA RENT
Address
Rua Vale D'Ajuda 52, 9000-116 Funchal
Operating Times
Monday 00:00 - 08:59
Monday 09:00 - 16:59
Monday 17:00 - 23:59
Tuesday 00:00 - 08:59
Tuesday 09:00 - 16:59
Tuesday 17:00 - 23:59
Wednesday 00:00 - 08:59
Wednesday 09:00 - 16:59
Wednesday 17:00 - 23:59
Thursday 00:00 - 08:59
Thursday 09:00 - 16:59
Thursday 17:00 - 23:59
Friday 00:00 - 08:59
Friday 09:00 - 16:59
Friday 17:00 - 23:59
Saturday 00:00 - 08:59
Saturday 09:00 - 16:59
Saturday 17:00 - 23:59
Sunday 00:00 - 08:59
Sunday 09:00 - 16:59
Sunday 17:00 - 23:59
Instructions
N/A

SIXT
Address
Estrada Monumental 137, 9000-089
Operating Times
Monday 09:00 - 13:00
Monday 15:00 - 19:00
Tuesday 09:00 - 13:00
Tuesday 15:00 - 19:00
Wednesday 09:00 - 13:00
Wednesday 15:00 - 19:00
Thursday 09:00 - 13:00
Thursday 15:00 - 19:00
Friday 09:00 - 13:00
Friday 15:00 - 19:00
Saturday 09:00 - 13:00
Saturday 15:00 - 19:00
Sunday 09:00 - 13:00
Sunday 15:00 - 19:00
Instructions
Your way to SIXT The SIXT branch is located in the ... more

THRIFTY
Address
Hotel The Lince, Estrada Monumental, 274
Operating Times
Monday 09:00 - 12:59
Monday 14:00 - 18:59
Tuesday 09:00 - 12:59
Tuesday 14:00 - 18:59
Wednesday 09:00 - 12:59
Wednesday 14:00 - 18:59
Thursday 09:00 - 12:59
Thursday 14:00 - 18:59
Friday 09:00 - 12:59
Friday 14:00 - 18:59
Saturday 09:00 - 12:59
Saturday 14:00 - 18:59
Instructions
Serviced by Hertz

Review score of the top Madeira car hire companies

MADEIRA RENT

Customer Rating

Average waiting time is 17 mins

8.0 /10 Overall value for money
9.0 /10 Cleanliness of the car
8.0 /10 Service at the rental desk
8.0 /10 Car hire pick-up process
8.0 /10 Car hire drop-off process

SIXT

Customer Rating

Average waiting time is 10 mins

6.0 /10 Overall value for money
8.0 /10 Cleanliness of the car
7.0 /10 Service at the rental desk
7.0 /10 Car hire pick-up process
8.0 /10 Car hire drop-off process

AVIS

Customer Rating

Average waiting time is 20 mins

6.0 /10 Overall value for money
8.0 /10 Cleanliness of the car
7.0 /10 Service at the rental desk
7.0 /10 Car hire pick-up process
8.0 /10 Car hire drop-off process

EUROPCAR

Customer Rating

Average waiting time is 15 mins

6.0 /10 Overall value for money
7.0 /10 Cleanliness of the car
7.0 /10 Service at the rental desk
7.0 /10 Car hire pick-up process
8.0 /10 Car hire drop-off process

BUDGET

Customer Rating

Average waiting time is 13 mins

6.0 /10 Overall value for money
8.0 /10 Cleanliness of the car
7.0 /10 Service at the rental desk
7.0 /10 Car hire pick-up process
7.0 /10 Car hire drop-off process

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