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
VipDolphins Luxury Whale Watching
Our pick of the best Old Town Funchal Hotel Deals
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
Pensão Residencial Mirasol
Easy, central and clean with a nice and warm staff!
Reviewed on 1 Feb 2026
The Editory Ocean Way Funchal
We had a brilliant stay. The hotel is beautifully dedigned with a fresh look. Out balcony was perfect. The breakfast had a large range if options including fresh fruit and cooked eggs as you like. Staff were all so helpful and friendly.
Reviewed on 2 Feb 2026
Savoy Palace - The Leading Hotels of the World - Savoy Signature
It was everything I expected. Great service, great location, friendly and helpful staff.
Reviewed on 3 Feb 2026
The Views Baia - Adults Only
Perfect
Reviewed on 2 Feb 2026
Dom Pedro Madeira
Immaculate, peaceful with welcoming and helpful staff. Our room had a great view and I liked the design of the hotel so it was a lovely place to be, and cleverly placed at the side of a bay and also easily and quickly accessible by car. Big thank you to everyone for making our stay so lovely
Reviewed on 10 Jan 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.
