Old Town Funchal Travel Guide

Madeira Island
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Photo by M Mullen
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Photo by Sylwia Olejnik-Antkowiak
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Photo by Tracey Brownsword
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Photo by Bruce Waite
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Popular places to visit

Funchal Farmers Market

Funchal Farmers Market

4.5/5(201 reviews)

During your trip to Santa Maria Maior, you can search for that perfect souvenir at Funchal Farmers Market. Stroll along the area's seaside or simply savour its top-notch restaurants.

Funchal Farmers Market

Funchal-Monte Teleferico

4.5/5(107 reviews)

You can take time to visit Funchal-Monte Teleferico during your travels to Santa Maria Maior. Amble within picturesque gardens or visit the shops in this relaxing area.

Funchal-Monte Teleferico

Fort of Sao Tiago

After visiting Fort of Sao Tiago, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Santa Maria Maior.

Fort of Sao Tiago

Things to do

Full Day East of Madeira Tour

Full Day East of Madeira Tour

฿1,251
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Full Day East of Madeira Tour
City Sightseeing Funchal Madeira Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Tour

City Sightseeing Funchal Madeira Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Tour

฿715
per adult
78% of travellers recommend
City Sightseeing Funchal Madeira Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Tour
Madeira Food on Foot Tours

Madeira Food, Wine & Cultural Tour

฿2,931
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Madeira Food, Wine & Cultural Tour
Pico Areeiro

East Madeira Guided Tour with Balcões Levada Walk

฿1,430
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
East Madeira Guided Tour with Balcões Levada Walk
Funchal ́s Mercado dos Lavradores

Eating Madeira! Wine & Food Tour in Funchal

฿3,038
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Eating Madeira! Wine & Food Tour in Funchal
Nuns Valley tour

Nuns Valley tour

฿7,149
per traveller
Nuns Valley tour
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Top hotels in Old Town Funchal

Hotel Porto Santa Maria
Hotel Porto Santa Maria
4 out of 5
Avenida do Mar e das Comunidades, Madeirenses 50, Funchal
Stay at this 4-star eco-certified hotel in Funchal. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and 2 bars/lounges. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the property ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (437 reviews)
"Loved the location,"

Reviewed on 1 Jan 2025

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Golden Residence Hotel
Golden Residence Hotel
4 out of 5
Rua do Cabrestante 25, Funchal
The price is ฿4,104 per night from 6 Jan to 7 Jan
฿4,104
฿4,410 total
includes taxes & fees
6 Jan - 7 Jan
Stay at this 4-star spa hotel in Funchal. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (449 reviews)
"Very clean, good sized room, beds comfortable, good selection of foods for breakfast, staff all friendly. Bus stops outside of hotel."

Reviewed on 21 Dec 2024

Golden Residence Hotel
Pestana Carlton Madeira Ocean Resort Hotel
Pestana Carlton Madeira Ocean Resort Hotel
5 out of 5
Largo Antonio Nobre, Funchal
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The price is ฿4,769 per night from 13 Jan to 14 Jan
฿4,769
฿5,101 total
includes taxes & fees
13 Jan - 14 Jan
Stay at this 5-star luxury hotel in Funchal. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a full-service spa and a marina. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in their ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (990 reviews)
"Very nice hotel with a central location to main town centre and local restaurants all within a walking distance. Fantastic views across the ocean Would definitely chose this hotel again"

Reviewed on 10 Dec 2024

Pestana Carlton Madeira Ocean Resort Hotel
Savoy Palace - The Leading Hotels of the World - Savoy Signature
Savoy Palace - The Leading Hotels of the World - Savoy Signature
5 out of 5
Avenida do Infante, 25, Funchal
The price is ฿8,618 per night from 8 Jan to 9 Jan
฿8,618
฿9,105 total
includes taxes & fees
8 Jan - 9 Jan
Stay at this 5-star luxury hotel in Funchal. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, 2 outdoor pools and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (474 reviews)
"Amazing property and attention to detail, if you want to feel like you are rich or if you are rich this is a perfect spot for you) loved every minute of it from the spa to the sky lounge just a fabulous experience!"

Reviewed on 2 Jan 2025

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Saccharum Resort
Saccharum Resort
5 out of 5
Rua Serra de Água, 1, Calheta
The price is ฿6,943 per night from 8 Jan to 9 Jan
฿6,943
฿7,220 total
includes taxes & fees
8 Jan - 9 Jan
Stay at this 5-star luxury hotel in Calheta. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, 2 outdoor pools and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the property condition ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (833 reviews)
"We spent a wonderful week in the Saccharum Resort and would definitely come back as we really liked the hotel."

Reviewed on 30 Dec 2024

Saccharum Resort
Dom Pedro Madeira
Dom Pedro Madeira
4 out of 5
Estrada de Sao Roque, Machico
The price is ฿2,633 per night from 6 Jan to 7 Jan
฿2,633
฿2,739 total
includes taxes & fees
6 Jan - 7 Jan
Stay at this 4-star beach hotel in Machico. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a beach locale. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in their ...
7.8/10 Good! (454 reviews)
I think the price is excellent.
"Furniture such as sofas was not comfortable. Room, lobby, etc... The ocean view was good and the surrounding natural environment was the best."

Reviewed on 17 Nov 2024

Dom Pedro Madeira
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Other neighbourhoods around Old Town Funchal

Museum of Natural History which includes a city and street scenes

Sao Pedro

4.5/5(77 area reviews)

Sao Pedro is known for its colourful gardens, and you can plan a trip to Holy Trinity Church and Quinta das Cruzes Museum while you're in town.

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Imaculado Coracao de Maria

Visitors to Imaculado Coracao de Maria like its gardens and seaside views, and Quinta Palmeira is a sight worth a stop.

Imaculado Coracao de Maria
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São Roque

Travellers like the restaurants in São Roque, and Funchal Ecological Park is a top attraction you might want to visit.

São Roque
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Santana

Visitors to Santana rave about its fantastic nightlife, breathtaking beach views and beautiful gardens. You might also want to make some time to see Madeira Theme Park or PARQUE FORESTAL DE QUEIMADAS while you're exploring the neighbourhood.

Santana
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Estrela da Calheta

Estrela da Calheta might not have many top sights, but 25 Fontes and Cascada da Risco and Paul do Mar Beach are two attractions nearby that you can check out.

Estrela da Calheta

Old Town Funchal Travel Guide