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 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.
Activities
City Sightseeing Funchal Madeira Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Tour + Bookable Extras
From Funchal: Nuns Valley, Monte and Sleigh Ride Tour
From Funchal: Ecological Catamaran Dolphin Whale Watching
Caldeirão Verde: Queimadas PR9 Transfer Hike
Rabaçal: 25 Fontes & Risco Levada Hiking Transfer
Half-Day Country Market Tour on Madeira Island
Our pick of the best Old Town Funchal Hotel Deals
Pensão Residencial Mirasol
Clean, quiet, great location, great staff
Reviewed on 18 Dec 2025
Hotel PortoBay Santa Maria
Very friendly welcome and was also upgraded to a superior sea view room, which was clean and well-equipped, with a kitchen. Location was perfect at the quiet end of the front and close to the cable car station to Monte. Car parking in the basement was very handy and leaving it there after checkout ...
Reviewed on 11 Dec 2025
Dreams Madeira Resort Spa & Marina - All Inclusive
The location was beautiful. The rooms a cleanliness of the hotel was good. Staff were friendly but not very organised or knowledgeable which was a little frustrating at times.
Reviewed on 28 Dec 2025
The Views Baia - Adults Only
Great hospitallity!
Reviewed on 2 Dec 2025
The Vine
Great hotel, close by to the old town
Reviewed on 3 Dec 2025
Zarco Bed&Breakfast
Great breakfast. Excellent location.
Reviewed on 16 Dec 2025
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.
