Old Town Funchal

Madeira Island
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Photo by M Mullen
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Photo by Sylwia Olejnik-Antkowiak
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Photo by Tracey Brownsword
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Photo by Bruce Waite
Photo by Tracey Brownsword
Photo by Tracey Brownsword

Popular places to visit

Funchal Farmers Market

Funchal Farmers Market

4.5/5(201 reviews)

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 Farmers Market

Funchal-Monte Teleferico

4.5/5(107 reviews)

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.

Funchal-Monte Teleferico

Fort of Sao Tiago

After visiting Fort of Sao Tiago, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Santa Maria Maior.

Fort of Sao Tiago

Things to do

Porto Moniz , Natural Rock Pools

West Tour Madeira Highly Recommended 100 %

HK$278
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
West Tour Madeira Highly Recommended 100 %
Full Day East of Madeira Tour

Full Day East of Madeira Tour

HK$281
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Full Day East of Madeira Tour
Madeira Food on Foot Tours

Madeira Food, Wine & Cultural Tour

HK$714
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Madeira Food, Wine & Cultural Tour
City Sightseeing Funchal Madeira Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Tour

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

HK$160
per adult
78% of travellers recommend
City Sightseeing Funchal Madeira Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Tour
Pico Areeiro

East Madeira Guided Tour with Balcões Levada Walk

HK$321
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
East Madeira Guided Tour with Balcões Levada Walk
Funchal ́s Mercado dos Lavradores

Eating Madeira! Wine & Food Tour in Funchal

HK$682
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Eating Madeira! Wine & Food Tour in Funchal
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Top hotels in Old Town Funchal

Hotel Porto Santa Maria
Hotel Porto Santa Maria
4 out of 5
Avenida do Mar e das Comunidades, Madeirenses 50, Funchal
Stay at this 4-star eco-certified hotel in Funchal. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and 2 bars/lounges. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the property ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (437 reviews)
"Loved the location,"

Reviewed on 1 Jan 2025

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Golden Residence Hotel
Golden Residence Hotel
4 out of 5
Rua do Cabrestante 25, Funchal
The price is HK$922 per night from 20 Jan to 21 Jan
HK$922
HK$991 total
includes taxes & fees
20 Jan - 21 Jan
Stay at this 4-star spa hotel in Funchal. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (451 reviews)
"Property was clean, well kept."

Reviewed on 12 Jan 2025

Golden Residence Hotel
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 HK$2,113 per night from 18 Jan to 19 Jan
HK$2,113
HK$2,229 total
includes taxes & fees
18 Jan - 19 Jan
Stay at this 5-star luxury hotel in Funchal. Enjoy free WiFi, 2 outdoor pools, and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (478 reviews)
"Amazing property and attention to detail, if you want to feel like you are rich or if you are rich this is a perfect spot for you) loved every minute of it from the spa to the sky lounge just a fabulous experience!"

Reviewed on 2 Jan 2025

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The Views Baia - Adults Only
The Views Baia - Adults Only
4 out of 5
Rua das Maravilhas, 74, Funchal, Madeira
The price is HK$1,104 per night from 19 Jan to 20 Jan
HK$1,104
HK$1,181 total
includes taxes & fees
19 Jan - 20 Jan
Stay at this 4-star spa hotel in Funchal. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the property condition ...
9/10 Wonderful! (236 reviews)
Nice hotel if you go for the pricier rooms
"Make sure to upgrade to the pricier rooms, definitely worth it. Otherwise go elsewhere"

Reviewed on 8 Jan 2025

The Views Baia - Adults Only
Pestana Carlton Madeira Ocean Resort Hotel
Pestana Carlton Madeira Ocean Resort Hotel
5 out of 5
Largo Antonio Nobre, Funchal
The price is HK$1,071 per night from 18 Jan to 19 Jan
HK$1,071
HK$1,146 total
includes taxes & fees
18 Jan - 19 Jan
Stay at this 5-star luxury hotel in Funchal. Enjoy free WiFi, a full-service spa, and a marina. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in our ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (983 reviews)
"Very nice hotel with a central location to main town centre and local restaurants all within a walking distance. Fantastic views across the ocean Would definitely chose this hotel again"

Reviewed on 10 Dec 2024

Pestana Carlton Madeira Ocean Resort Hotel
Dom Pedro Madeira
Dom Pedro Madeira
4 out of 5
Estrada de Sao Roque, Machico
The price is HK$592 per night from 21 Jan to 22 Jan
HK$592
HK$615 total
includes taxes & fees
21 Jan - 22 Jan
Stay at this 4-star beach hotel in Machico. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a beach locale. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in our reviews. ...
7.8/10 Good! (456 reviews)
"We would stay again.Good points: staff helpful and professional, breakfast was fab, within 10 mins drive from the airport, a great location to plan our itinerary, lots happening in the town within easy walking distance, beach 1 minute walk away. Negative points: insufficient parking - we were lucky,insufficient ..."

Reviewed on 8 Jan 2025

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Other neighbourhoods around Old Town Funchal

Museum of Natural History which includes a city and street scenes

Sao Pedro

4.5/5(77 area reviews)

Sao Pedro is known for its colourful gardens, and you can plan a trip to Holy Trinity Church and Quinta das Cruzes Museum while you're in town.

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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
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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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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 PARQUE FORESTAL DE QUEIMADAS while you're exploring the neighbourhood.

Santana
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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.

Estrela da Calheta

Old Town Funchal