Old Town Funchal

Funchal

Aerial view of the Funchal old town - the capital of Madeira island during cloudy weather. Small houses with orange rooftops by the Atlantic ocean.
Old Town Funchal
Old Town Funchal
Old Town Funchal
Old Town Funchal

Popular places to visit

Funchal Farmers Market

Funchal Farmers Market

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.

Funchal Farmers Market
Madeira Botanical Garden

Madeira Botanical Garden

One of Madeira’s most famous attractions is known for its scenic views and fascinating display of colorful flowers.

Madeira Botanical Garden
Town Square

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.

Town Square
Monte Palace Gardens

Monte Palace Gardens

More than just a striking floral display, this beautiful garden is also home to an impressive collection of art.

Monte Palace Gardens
Centro Comercial Forum Madeira

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.

Centro Comercial Forum Madeira
Funchal Municipal Garden

Funchal Municipal Garden

Explore the great outdoors at Funchal Municipal Garden, a lovely green space in Sé. Visit the area's shops or amble around its picturesque gardens.

Funchal Municipal Garden

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 $39
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 $55
per adult
90% of travellers recommend
Funchal: Dolphin and Whale Watching Catamaran Cruise
Nuns Valley Tour

Nuns Valley Tour

CA $39
per adult
Nuns Valley Tour
Aerial view of Cabo Girão Island

Funchal Hop-On Hop-Off Câmara de Lobos & Cabo Girão 5 Days

CA $45
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Funchal Hop-On Hop-Off Câmara de Lobos & Cabo Girão 5 Days
Picture 2 for Activity Caldeirão Verde: Queimadas PR9 Transfer Hike

Caldeirão Verde: Levada Caldeirao Verde Hiking Transfer

CA $53
per adult
Caldeirão Verde: Levada Caldeirao Verde Hiking Transfer
Picture 3 for Activity Madeira: Skywalk, Porto Moniz, Seixal, and Fanal Jeep Tour

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

CA $109
per adult
96% of travellers recommend
Madeira: Skywalk, Porto Moniz, Seixal, and Fanal 4WD Tour
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Old Town Funchal Hotel Deals

Hotel PortoBay Santa Maria

Hotel PortoBay Santa Maria

4 out of 5
Avenida do Mar e das Comunidades Funchal
The price is CA $477 per night from Apr 27 to Apr 28
CA $477
CA $503 total
Apr 27 - Apr 28
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! (481 reviews)
We had the most wonderful experience with a sea view room. The staff were more than accommodating and the breakfast was amazing. We felt so pampered and can’t wait to go back!

Reviewed on Mar 19, 2026

Hotel PortoBay Santa Maria
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 Funchal Farmers Market and Funchal ...
8/10 Very Good! (111 reviews)
Good location , very friendly staff, clean room !

Reviewed on Mar 26, 2026

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Mirasol Guesthouse
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 $680 per night from May 5 to May 6
CA $680
CA $713 total
May 5 - May 6
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 ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (685 reviews)
An exceptional hotel experience at the Savoy. This was our second visit and it just gets better and better. The spa treatments and restaurant selection on site are world class. I look forward to our third visit!

Reviewed on Apr 4, 2026

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Saccharum Resort

Saccharum Resort

5 out of 5
Rua Serra de Água, 1 Calheta
The price is CA $494 per night from Apr 27 to Apr 28
CA $494
CA $520 total
Apr 27 - Apr 28
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! (1,005 reviews)
Pools were very cold. Staff were hit and miss, some excellent some not. Had an issue with the room bill which took time to fix and they weren’t very apologetic, not what I would expect from a 5 star hotel. Room was good, could have been cleaner and the spec was cheap. Restaurant was overpriced and ...

Reviewed on Apr 2, 2026

Saccharum Resort
Dreams Madeira Resort Spa & Marina

Dreams Madeira Resort Spa & Marina

5 out of 5
Sitio da Piedade Machico Madeira
The price is CA $476 per night from Apr 12 to Apr 13
CA $476
CA $501 total
Apr 12 - Apr 13
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this luxury hotel in Machico. Enjoy free WiFi, 3 outdoor pools, and a full-service spa. Popular attractions Madeira Whale Museum and Sao Lourenco ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (215 reviews)
Great hotel. The food in the speciality restaurants was excellent

Reviewed on Mar 16, 2026

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4 out of 5
Rua Carvalho Araújo 8 Funchal Madeira
The price is CA $301 per night from Apr 12 to Apr 13
CA $301
CA $320 total
Apr 12 - Apr 13
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. ...
9/10 Wonderful! (448 reviews)
Beautiful design hotel in a nice area. All facilities are great. We had a bottle of wine and water in our room as a lovely compliment. There was also a nice empty fridge for our things and plenty of space. The lighting was bright enough and very stylish. I loved that the area was relatively quiet ...

Reviewed on Apr 4, 2026

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Other neighbourhoods around Old Town Funchal

Sao Pedro

Sao Pedro

5/5(5 area reviews)

Sao Pedro is known for its colorful gardens, and you can plan a trip to Museum of Natural History and Quinta das Cruzes Museum while you're in town.

Sao Pedro
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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.

Imaculado Coracao de Maria
São Roque

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.

São Roque

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