Vespas — nightclub in Madeira
The biggest room in the Vespas Club complex near Funchal's port — a long-running commercial dance club with pop, house and mainstream DJ sets across a large dancefloor. The best-known late-night venue in the complex and the one most visitors end up at.
About Vespas
Vespas is a late-night club in Funchal — Port
Doors open around 23:00 and the floor fills after midnight — proper late-night territory. Cover charges are rare except on big-event nights; drinks are priced for the venue, not the neighbourhood.
Vespas shares the Avenida Sá Carneiro complex with the smaller Jam and Marginal rooms. Each room has its own music policy, but the complex operates as a single night out.
What to know before you go
- Cards accepted at the bar; some clubs run cash-only cloakrooms on busy nights.
- Friday–Saturday 23:00–08:00 only. Closed all other days.
- Compact indoor space — busy nights can mean standing near the bar.
- Walking distance from most central hotels; the harbour-front promenade is the safest late-night route back.
Best time to visit
Year-round. Friday and Saturday are the peak nights; Sunday through Wednesday are much quieter.
Location
Funchal — Port, Madeira · Open in OpenStreetMap · Google Maps
32.64580, -16.91440
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Frequently asked
How late does Vespas stay open?+
Vespas is open Friday–Saturday 23:00–08:00 only. Closed all other days.
Does Vespas accept cards?+
Yes — cards and contactless are accepted at the bar, alongside cash.
Is there a dress code at Vespas?+
Smart-casual is the safe choice — most clubs are relaxed, but beachwear is out of place.
Does Vespas have live music?+
Yes — Vespas books live music or DJ sets on select nights; check the current programme before heading out.
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