Hiring a car in Madeira
SIXT branches in Madeira ⚑Two branches cover the island: Madeira Airport and Madeira Funchal Centre. Both put you on the road to Funchal and the coast within minutes. | Speed limits in Madeira ⚠Standard limits are 50 km/h (31 mph) in towns and 90 km/h (56 mph) on main roads. Use headlights in tunnels and at dusk. |
Parking in Madeira ⓅParque de Santa Catarina, Parking Marina Funchal, and Cabo Girão Skywalk Parking cover the main sights. Central Funchal garages are the easiest option for city visits. | Tolls around Madeira £No tolls apply on Madeira; all roads and tunnels are toll-free. Mainland Portugal uses the Via Verde system if you're driving there instead. |
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| Car categories in Madeira ⚙Madeira bookings cover SUVs, automatics, electric cars, pickup trucks, compact cars, estates, sports cars, convertibles, luxury cars, economy cars, and minibuses. SUVs are the most popular choice among our Madeira customers. |
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Madeira car hire with SIXT
Exploring the winding roads of the beautiful island of Madeira is best enjoyed through a SIXT car hire. We have conveniently located branches across the island, including at the airport in Santa Cruz and the capital city of Funchal. Liven up your trip by tackling the rugged, volcanic terrain in a 4x4, or take the top off a luxury convertible and drive across miles of beach road. Affordable prices keep car hire in Madeira within budget and our team of friendly English-speaking staff are there to help. We have a vast fleet of SIXT vehicles, including Renault, BMW, Mercedez Benz and Jeep, all max. 3 months old.
SIXT services in Madeira
Make the most of your trip with a Madeira car hire, so you’re free to enjoy this unique landscape. With economy, saloon, sedan, convertible, 4x4 and other types of vehicles available, you can choose from one-day to long-term rental and ensure you have a car evert step of the trip. Customise your Madeira car hire with bookable extras such as a sat nav to help find your way around the island, a child seat should you have an infant and of course, second driver options to share the journey.
What to do in Madeira
When it comes to stunning landscapes and amazing beauty spots, Madeira offers some seriously impressive natural attractions. Visitors can hike remote peaks, like the Pico de Arieiro or the Pico de Ruivo, and enjoy the incredible views from the slopes. You could also take a drive along the island's coast to Porto Moniz and enjoy a dip in the natural ocean pools, which are perfect for swimming. Those interested in history and architecture can also explore the Monte Palace Madeira, which offers walks through exotic gardens, unique sculptural designs, and exquisite water features. Madeira is also known for its vineyards in areas like Funchal, where visitors can sample local vintages in scenic surroundings.
Summer in Madeira
With an all-round ‘summer’ climate, Madeira can reach almost 40 degrees Celsius, making outdoor living part of life. Water sports, boating and sunbathing are a staple along the coastlines, while the inner land boasts incredible forest terrain, perfect for hiking experiences. Swim with dolphins, enjoy the famous Botanical gardens from a cable car view, relish the famous wines of the region and enjoy the balmy nightlife this historically rich region has to offer.
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Good to know when hiring in Madeira
In Portugal, you can hire from as young as 19 years old, however please be aware you must hold a valid licence for at least a year and the car choice is more limited until 25 years old.
We understand journey are subject to change so if you decide to ‘pay later’ during booking cancellation is free any time.
We can provide extra protection packages and added miles, as well as a sat nav systems to help you find your way, as well as extra drivers and protection packages.