Old Town Funchal Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
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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.
Funchal-Monte Teleferico
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.
Fort of Sao Tiago
After visiting Fort of Sao Tiago, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Santa Maria Maior.
Activities

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

Eating Madeira! Wine & Food Tour in Funchal

The East Tour Great Guide Great Tour.
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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 Santa Clara Monastery and Holy Trinity Church 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.

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 Pico Das Pedras while you're exploring the neighbourhood.

Estrela da Calheta
Estrela da Calheta might not have many top sights, but 25 Fontes and Cascada da Risco and Paul do Mar Beach are two attractions nearby that you can check out.