Old Town Funchal Travel Guide

Funchal

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

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
CR7 Museum

CR7 Museum

You can spend time browsing the exhibits at CR7 Museum during your trip to Sé. Amble within picturesque gardens or visit the shops in this romantic area.

CR7 Museum
Botanical Garden featuring flowers

Madeira Botanical Garden

One of Madeira’s most famous attractions is known for its scenic views and fascinating display of colorful flowers.

Madeira Botanical Garden
Town Square featuring street scenes and a small town or village

Town Square

Defined by its striking black-and-white tiling, Funchal’s main square is surrounded by some of the city’s most interesting historic attractions.

Town Square
Centro Comercial Forum Madeira

Centro Comercial Forum Madeira

You can enjoy retail therapy at Centro Comercial Forum Madeira during your trip to São Martinho. Amble around this relaxing area's picturesque gardens and enjoy its lively bars.

Centro Comercial Forum Madeira
Monte Palace Gardens showing a garden

Monte Palace Gardens

More than just a striking floral display, this beautiful garden is also home to an impressive collection of art.

Monte Palace Gardens

Things to do

Porto Moniz , Natural Rock Pools

Highly Recommended 100 % West Tour Madeira

£28
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Highly Recommended 100 % West Tour Madeira
City Sightseeing Funchal Madeira Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Tour

City Sightseeing Funchal Madeira Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Tour + Bookable Extras

£22
per adult
78% of travellers recommend
City Sightseeing Funchal Madeira Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Tour + Bookable Extras
Funchal ́s Mercado dos Lavradores

Eating Madeira! Wine & Food Tour in Funchal

£73
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Eating Madeira! Wine & Food Tour in Funchal
Santana

The East Tour Great Guide Great Tour.

£28
per adult
94% of travellers recommend
The East Tour Great Guide Great Tour.
EPIC Madeira Canyoning Level Two

Intermediate Canyoning Madeira

£74
per adult
Intermediate Canyoning Madeira
Madeira: Westside Achadas Cruz, Moniz, Seixal and Fanal

Madeira: Westside Achadas Cruz, Moniz, Seixal and Fanal

£65
per adult
Madeira: Westside Achadas Cruz, Moniz, Seixal and Fanal
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Top hotels in Old Town Funchal

Hotel PortoBay Santa Maria

Hotel PortoBay Santa Maria

4 out of 5
Avenida do Mar e das Comunidades, Madeirenses 50, Funchal
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is £317 per night from 31 Aug to 1 Sept
£317
31 Aug - 1 Sept
includes taxes & fees
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! (460 reviews)
"The hotel is right on the water. Its beautiful and clean. The pool and lounge area is clean and set up very well. Breakfast was wonderful. Everyone on staff was helpful and friendly. Excellent hotel!!"

Reviewed on 8 Aug 2025

Hotel PortoBay Santa Maria
Reid's Palace, A Belmond Hotel, Madeira

Reid's Palace, A Belmond Hotel, Madeira

5 out of 5
Estrada Monumental 139, Funchal
The price is £686 per night from 11 Sept to 12 Sept
£686
11 Sept - 12 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 5-star luxury hotel in Funchal. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular ...
9.8/10 Exceptional! (589 reviews)
"Beautiful classic and historical. Old school luxury. Amazing"

Reviewed on 17 Aug 2025

Reid's Palace, A Belmond Hotel, Madeira
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 £346 per night from 8 Sept to 9 Sept
£346
8 Sept - 9 Sept
includes taxes & fees
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! (614 reviews)
"Fantastic service, large rooms. Breakfast was amazing. Would stay again."

Reviewed on 20 Aug 2025

Savoy Palace - The Leading Hotels of the World - Savoy Signature
Saccharum Resort

Saccharum Resort

5 out of 5
Rua Serra de Água, 1, Calheta
The price is £236 per night from 22 Sept to 23 Sept
£236
22 Sept - 23 Sept
includes taxes & fees
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! (927 reviews)
"I stayed at Saccharum Resort & Spa and while the stunning views are an obvious highlight, what really stood out to me was the hotel’s design. It honours its past as a former sugar cane factory — with original machinery cleverly integrated into the lobby and hallways. Think softened brutalism: raw ..."

Reviewed on 5 Aug 2025

Saccharum Resort
Dreams Madeira Resort Spa & Marina - All Inclusive

Dreams Madeira Resort Spa & Marina - All Inclusive

5 out of 5
Sitio da Piedade, Machico, Madeira
The price is £275 per night from 4 Sept to 5 Sept
£275
4 Sept - 5 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 5-star luxury hotel in Machico. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, 3 outdoor pools and a full-service spa. Popular attractions Madeira Whale Museum and Sao Lourenco ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (114 reviews)
"Beautiful! A lovely stay."

Reviewed on 12 Jul 2025

Dreams Madeira Resort Spa & Marina - All Inclusive
Barcelo Funchal Oldtown

Barcelo Funchal Oldtown

5 out of 5
Rua Da Alfandega 9, Funchal, Maadeira
The price is £237 per night from 27 Aug to 28 Aug
£237
27 Aug - 28 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 5-star luxury hotel in Funchal. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, 2 bars/lounges and a rooftop terrace. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (246 reviews)
"We loved our stay at the Barcelo. The room was very clean. The king sized bed was very comfortable as was the sofa bed which our daughter slept on. There was plenty of room in our room which was the standard basic room for 3 people. We loved the shower as well. The breakfasts were amazing and we ..."

Reviewed on 10 Aug 2025

Barcelo Funchal Oldtown
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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

São Roque is well liked for its restaurants. If you'd like to do some sightseeing in the greater Funchal area, you might plan a trip to Madeira Congress Center or Monte Palace Gardens.

São Roque

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