For someone who doesn’t rent a car, the 2‑in‑1 Yellow Bus hop‑on hop‑off is a smart move in Madeira. It got us to places we might not have seen otherwise, at a pace that wasn’t frantic. We hopped off at the market in Funchal, then again at the viewpoint above the city. Very enjoyable.

One tip: start early. We caught the first bus around 9:30 am, got ahead of crowds, and used the pass to return later when things were quieter. The Yellow Bus route covered just the right mix of city + coast + hillside for our one‑day stay. Friendly drivers, too.

If you want a stress‑free way to see two of Madeira’s highlights in a day, this is it. The bus arrived regularly (about every 30‑45 minutes as advertised), and we appreciated the freedom to hop off and back on. The open‑top upper deck gave amazing photo opportunities of Funchal’s bay and the coastal cliffs. For the price, excellent value.

Nos encantó la brisa en la cubierta abierta mientras subíamos por las colinas de Funchal y contemplábamos la ciudad de tejados rojos abajo. El tour en el Yellow Bus nos ofreció una forma relajada de disfrutar del paisaje sin prisas.

We felt the tour offered more than just a bus ride — the stops are good, the route scenic, and the unlimited hops give you freedom. We used the Yellow Bus pass to do a full loop, then picked one place to stay longer for lunch and photos. Would do again.

Easy to use, well-organized, and great views from the top deck. We especially enjoyed the ride along the coast. The audio guide was available in several languages and gave great context to what we were seeing.

This was the perfect mix of convenience and sightseeing. We were able to get off near the farmers’ market, explore for a bit, then ride up to the hills for some incredible views over Funchal. Loved it!

Travelling with our two children, the open‑top deck of the Yellow Bus was fun, and we appreciated that the bus route took us up into the hills around Funchal with sweeping views of coast and cliffs. It gave us time to explore without stressing about how to get back.