Old Town Funchal

Funchal

A coastal cityscape with a marina filled with boats, a large open square, and historic buildings with red-tiled roofs.
A historic church with a prominent bell tower and a white facade.
A coastal view with a building and purple flowers in the foreground.
A wooden door with puzzle pieces and a mannequin arm.
A cable car suspended over a park with buildings and trees below.

Stay near popular Old Town Funchal attractions

Funchal Farmers Market

8.6/10 (1,393 reviews)
During your trip to Santa Maria Maior, you can do some window-shopping at Funchal Farmers Market. Stroll along the area's seaside, or simply savor its top-notch restaurants.
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Things to do

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

City Sightseeing Funchal Madeira Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Tour + Bookable Extras

CA $42
per adult
80% of travellers recommend
City Sightseeing Funchal Madeira Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Tour + Bookable Extras
Funchal: Dolphin and Whale Watching Catamaran Cruise

Funchal: Dolphin and Whale Watching Catamaran Cruise

CA $57
per adult
92% of travellers recommend
Funchal: Dolphin and Whale Watching Catamaran Cruise
Madeira: Skywalk, Porto Moniz, Seixal, and Fanal 4WD Tour

Madeira: Skywalk, Porto Moniz, Seixal, and Fanal 4WD Tour

CA $111
per adult
98% of travellers recommend
Madeira: Skywalk, Porto Moniz, Seixal, and Fanal 4WD Tour
Madeira: West Tour With Guide Fanal Forest SykWalkExperience

Madeira: West Tour With Guide Fanal Forest SykWalkExperience

CA $59
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Madeira: West Tour With Guide Fanal Forest SykWalkExperience
From Funchal: Nuns Valley, Monte and Sleigh Ride Tour

From Funchal: Nuns Valley, Monte and Sleigh Ride Tour

CA $71
per adult
94% of travellers recommend
From Funchal: Nuns Valley, Monte and Sleigh Ride Tour
Nuns Valley Tour

Nuns Valley Tour

CA $40
per adult
Nuns Valley Tour
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Old Town Funchal Hotel Deals

PortoBay Santa Maria, Adults Only

PortoBay Santa Maria, Adults Only

4 out of 5
Avenida do Mar e das Comunidades Funchal
The price is CA $539 per night from Oct 13 to Oct 14
CA $539
CA $567 total
Oct 13 - Oct 14
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Funchal. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and 2 bars/lounges. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the property condition in our reviews. ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (498 reviews)
"Great location and sea view from beach-front room"

Reviewed on Sep 7, 2026

PortoBay Santa Maria, Adults Only
Mirasol Guesthouse

Mirasol Guesthouse

3 out of 5
Rua Bela De São Tiago 67 Funchal
Stay at this hotel in Funchal. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and an airport shuttle (surcharge). Popular attractions Fort of Sao Tiago and Sao Tiago ...
8.2/10 Very good! (133 reviews)
"Charming guesthouse, staff were friendly and helpful. In a great location within a couple minutes of the waterfront and restaurants. It’s an older building so don’t expect anything fancy but the room was comfortable and clean."

Reviewed on Jul 31, 2026

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Saccharum Resort

Saccharum Resort

5 out of 5
Rua Serra de Água, 1 Calheta
The price is CA $389 per night from Oct 11 to Oct 12
CA $389
CA $411 total
Oct 11 - Oct 12
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this luxury hotel in Calheta. Enjoy free WiFi, 2 outdoor pools, and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the property condition ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (1,003 reviews)
"Disfrutamos mucho nuestra estancia, todo estuvo excelente. EL unico punto es la comida, mucho por mejorar ya que es cara y no es muy buena."

Reviewed on Sep 15, 2026

Saccharum Resort
Hyatt Ziva Madeira

Hyatt Ziva Madeira

5 out of 5
Sitio da Piedade Machico Madeira
The price is CA $322 per night from Oct 11 to Oct 12
CA $322
CA $342 total
Oct 11 - Oct 12
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this luxury hotel in Machico. Enjoy free WiFi, 2 outdoor pools, and a full-service spa. Popular attractions Madeira Whale Museum and Sao Lourenco ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (275 reviews)
"We were not able to check in on time and were left waiting longer than expected."

Reviewed on Sep 14, 2026

Hyatt Ziva Madeira
Savoy Palace - The Leading Hotels of the World - Savoy Signature

Savoy Palace - The Leading Hotels of the World - Savoy Signature

5 out of 5
Avenida do Infante, 25 Funchal
The price is CA $681 per night from Oct 16 to Oct 17
CA $681
CA $714 total
Oct 16 - Oct 17
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this luxury hotel in Funchal. Enjoy free WiFi, 2 outdoor pools, and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff ...
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4 out of 5
Rua Carvalho Araújo 8 Funchal Madeira
The price is CA $330 per night from Oct 1 to Oct 2
CA $330
CA $349 total
Oct 1 - Oct 2
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Funchal. Enjoy free WiFi, 2 outdoor pools, and 2 restaurants. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the property condition in our reviews. ...
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Where to stay in Old Town Funchal

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A cobblestone street with historic buildings, a clock, and people walking.

Sao Pedro

Sao Pedro is known for its colorful gardens, and you can plan a trip to Quinta das Cruzes Museum and Universo de Memorias Joao Carlos Abreu while you're in town.
A narrow alley with two men carrying a large wicker basket.

Imaculado Coracao de Maria

Travelers enjoy Imaculado Coracao de Maria for its gardens and seaside views. Consider checking out Quinta Palmeira while you're in the area.
A coastal city with a cruise ship docked, buildings, and a mountainous coastline.
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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.

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