Old Town Funchal Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
Visit Old Town Funchal
Popular places to visit
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.
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 family-friendly area.
Madeira Botanical Garden
One of Madeira’s most famous attractions is known for its scenic views and fascinating display of colorful flowers.
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.
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.
Monte Palace Gardens
More than just a striking floral display, this beautiful garden is also home to an impressive collection of art.
Activities
City Sightseeing Funchal Madeira Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Tour + Bookable Extras
Madeira: Flag Ship Tour aboard Santa Maria de Colombo
Caldeirão Verde: Queimadas PR9 Transfer Hike
From Funchal: Ecological Catamaran Dolphin Whale Watching
Madeira: Garajau Nature Reserve Kayak and Snorkel Tour
Rabaçal: 25 Fontes & Risco Levada Hiking Transfer
Our pick of the best Old Town Funchal Hotel Deals
Hotel PortoBay Santa Maria
The breakfast was a great start to the day,a great variety of fruits & cooked food for everyone.The location was perfect,very close to shops transport & restaurants.I would recommend it, a great place to stay at.
Reviewed on 3 Oct 2025
Savoy Palace - The Leading Hotels of the World - Savoy Signature
Very pleasant outdoor pool . Helpful staff .
Reviewed on 15 Oct 2025
The Vine
Excellent Hotel. Very friendly staff. Very easy access to downtown. Took us 10 minutes to walk to downtown cable car site. If you need any supermarket items, the mall is right downstairs and there is a nice supermarket there also. There is filtered water on every floor in a machine.The breakfast ...
Reviewed on 15 Oct 2025
Dreams Madeira Resort Spa & Marina - All Inclusive
The set up and architecture of the village is great. Staff in sports bar, cocktail bar, Oishii, entertainment and spa were great. The coffee in the coffee bar was fab and the staff there were lovely. There was always a sunbed which was good. Food in Oishii and Beach bar was particularly good. Having ...
Reviewed on 18 Oct 2025
Saccharum Resort
Only drawback would be for
Reviewed on 10 Oct 2025
Reid's Palace, A Belmond Hotel, Madeira
Magnificent place. Magnificent staff magnificent breakfast. Magnificent. Nothing else to say
Reviewed on 26 Sept 2025
Other neighbourhoods around Old Town Funchal
Sao Pedro
Sao Pedro is known for its colourful gardens, and you can plan a trip to Quinta das Cruzes Museum and Santa Clara Monastery while you're in town.
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.
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.
