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.
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 top-notch restaurants.
Monte Palace Gardens
More than just a striking floral display, this beautiful garden is also home to an impressive collection of art.
Palheiro Gardens
Go for a stroll in these charming gardens, known for their rare and unique design, to see indigenous plants mingled with exotic species.
Activities
City Sightseeing Funchal Madeira Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Tour + Bookable Extras
From Funchal: Ecological Catamaran Dolphin Whale Watching
Caldeirão Verde: Levada Caldeirao Verde Hiking Transfer
Half-Day Country Market Tour on Madeira Island
Rabaçal: 25 Fontes & Risco Levada Hiking Transfer
Funchal: RIB Whale Watching Cruise and Optional Dolphin Swim
Our pick of the best Old Town Funchal Hotel Deals
Hotel PortoBay Santa Maria
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Reviewed on 16 Feb 2026
Pensão Residencial Mirasol
Easy, central and clean with a nice and warm staff!
Reviewed on 1 Feb 2026
The Editory Ocean Way Funchal
Lovely hotel, clean and modern. All the staff were so lovely and friendly making my stay very memorable. Would definitely go back.
Reviewed on 16 Feb 2026
Savoy Palace - The Leading Hotels of the World - Savoy Signature
The hotel is beautiful and spotless. The staff is amazing! Breakfast selections are vast and the coffee is strong and good! The rest of the food is mediocre at best.
Reviewed on 14 Feb 2026
The Views Baia - Adults Only
Great staff
Reviewed on 13 Feb 2026
Saccharum Resort
This Hotel is amazing and has great amenities. The beach area is very nice but you do need water shoes as it is all rocks. We stayed in a suite which was quiet and remotely located at the back of the Hotel. it was a bit of a walk and multiple elevators to get to the room. The reason for the 4 star ...
Reviewed on 13 Feb 2026
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Other neighbourhoods around Old Town Funchal
Sao Pedro
Sao Pedro is known for its colourful gardens, and you can plan a trip to Museum of Natural History and Quinta das Cruzes Museum 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.
