Old Town Funchal Travel Guide

Madeira Island
Photo by M Mullen
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
Photo by Tracey Brownsword
Photo by Tracey Brownsword

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

Porto Moniz , Natural Rock Pools

West Tour Madeira Highly Recommended 100 %

Rp580.777
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
West Tour Madeira Highly Recommended 100 %
City Sightseeing Funchal Madeira Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Tour

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

Rp334.453
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

Rp1.371.256
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Madeira Food, Wine & Cultural Tour
Full Day East of Madeira Tour

Full Day East of Madeira Tour

Rp588.381
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Full Day East of Madeira Tour
Pico Areeiro

East Madeira Guided Tour with Balcões Levada Walk

Rp672.435
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
East Madeira Guided Tour with Balcões Levada Walk
Nuns Valley tour

Nuns Valley tour

Rp3.362.176
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
The price is Rp3.232.806 per night from 19 Dec to 20 Dec
Rp3.232.806
Rp3.429.698 total
includes taxes & fees
19 Dec - 20 Dec
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! (434 reviews)
Happy traveller
"Great hotel. Everything was excellent, Wonderful breakfast Very friendly staff and close to the city centre. Looking forward to a return visit in March."

Reviewed on 28 Nov 2024

Hotel Porto Santa Maria
Pestana Carlton Madeira Ocean Resort Hotel
Pestana Carlton Madeira Ocean Resort Hotel
5 out of 5
Largo Antonio Nobre, Funchal
The price is Rp2.256.403 per night from 21 Dec to 22 Dec
Rp2.256.403
Rp2.413.932 total
includes taxes & fees
21 Dec - 22 Dec
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
Golden Residence Hotel
Golden Residence Hotel
4 out of 5
Rua do Cabrestante 25, Funchal
The price is Rp1.819.430 per night from 12 Jan to 13 Jan
Rp1.819.430
Rp1.959.787 total
includes taxes & fees
12 Jan - 13 Jan 2025
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! (446 reviews)
"The staff were so kind and friendly. It was such a warm and welcoming hotel. The rooms were lovely and the location is beautiful. I definitely want to come back again!"

Reviewed on 27 Nov 2024

Golden Residence Hotel
Turim Santa Maria Hotel
Turim Santa Maria Hotel
4 out of 5
Rua João de Deus, 24, Funchal
The price is Rp2.924.147 per night from 22 Dec to 23 Dec
Rp2.924.147
Rp3.108.693 total
includes taxes & fees
22 Dec - 23 Dec
Stay at this 4-star hotel in Funchal. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and an outdoor pool. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in their ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (328 reviews)
"Very good modern hotel with often friendly and helpful staff. A few of the breakfast staff need to smile more. Very good bedroom, although cupboard and drawer storage is very limited. The hotel is ideally located for the old town and for the town centre. Both are are a comfortable walk. Breakfast ..."

Reviewed on 14 Dec 2024

Turim Santa Maria 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 Rp4.093.805 per night from 6 Jan to 7 Jan
Rp4.093.805
Rp4.325.137 total
includes taxes & fees
6 Jan - 7 Jan 2025
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! (465 reviews)
"Lovely hotel"

Reviewed on 6 Dec 2024

Savoy Palace - The Leading Hotels of the World - Savoy Signature
Dreams Madeira Resort Spa & Marina
Dreams Madeira Resort Spa & Marina
5 out of 5
Sitio da Piedade, Machico, Madeira
The price is Rp3.560.200 per night from 12 Jan to 13 Jan
Rp3.560.200
Rp3.702.608 total
includes taxes & fees
12 Jan - 13 Jan 2025
Stay at this 5-star luxury hotel in Machico. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, 2 outdoor pools and 7 restaurants. Popular attractions Ponta de Sao Lourenco and Madeira Whale ...
9/10 Wonderful! (15 reviews)
Polecam
"Nowo otwarty ośrodek z przestronnymi pokojami, mój był z bezpośrednim widokiem na ocean. Jedzenie w restauracjach przepyszne i urozmaicone. Bardzo miła obsługa. Smaczne wino do kolacji, pyszne drinki w barze. Chętnie wrócę kolejny raz"

Reviewed on 13 Dec 2024

Dreams Madeira Resort Spa & Marina
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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.

Sao Pedro
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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 Paul do Mar Beach and Casa das Mudas Arts Center are two attractions nearby that you can check out.

Estrela da Calheta

Old Town Funchal Travel Guide