What to do in Funchal

Activities, attractions and tours
Funchal featuring night scenes and a coastal town

Places to Visit in Funchal

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Old Town Funchal

If you're spending some time in Old Town Funchal, Funchal-Monte Teleferico and Funchal Farmers Market are top sights worth seeing.

Old Town Funchal
Museum of Natural History which includes a city and street scenes

Sao Pedro

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Sao Pedro is known for its colourful gardens, and you can plan a trip to Fortaleza do Pico and Holy Trinity Church while you're in town.

Sao Pedro
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São Roque

Travellers like the restaurants in São Roque, and Funchal Ecological Park is a top attraction you might want to visit.

São Roque
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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.

Imaculado Coracao de Maria

Day trip destinations from Funchal