Old Town Funchal Travel Guide

Madeira Island

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

Top hotels in Old Town Funchal

Hotel PortoBay Santa Maria
Hotel PortoBay Santa Maria
4 out of 5
Avenida do Mar e das Comunidades, Madeirenses 50, Funchal
The price is 10.832.350 ₫ per night from 29 Jun to 30 Jun
10.832.350 ₫
11.387.131 ₫ total
29 Jun - 30 Jun
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star eco-certified hotel in Funchal. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and 2 bars/lounges. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the property ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (448 reviews)
"My wife and I had a great stay. Perfect location to everything in Funchal."

Reviewed on 29 Apr 2025

Hotel PortoBay Santa Maria
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 11.971.087 ₫ per night from 28 Jun to 29 Jun
11.971.087 ₫
12.571.394 ₫ total
28 Jun - 29 Jun
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 5-star luxury hotel in Funchal. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, 2 outdoor pools and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (565 reviews)
"A very classy hotel in every way"

Reviewed on 18 Jun 2025

Savoy Palace - The Leading Hotels of the World - Savoy Signature
Saccharum Resort
Saccharum Resort
5 out of 5
Rua Serra de Água, 1, Calheta
The price is 7.357.839 ₫ per night from 28 Jun to 29 Jun
7.357.839 ₫
7.773.615 ₫ total
28 Jun - 29 Jun
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 5-star luxury hotel in Calheta. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, 2 outdoor pools and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the property condition ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (891 reviews)
"Property was stunning absolutely amazing"

Reviewed on 12 Jun 2025

Saccharum Resort
Reid's Palace, A Belmond Hotel, Madeira
Reid's Palace, A Belmond Hotel, Madeira
5 out of 5
Estrada Monumental 139, Funchal
The price is 18.978.552 ₫ per night from 26 Jun to 27 Jun
18.978.552 ₫
19.859.157 ₫ total
26 Jun - 27 Jun
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 5-star luxury hotel in Funchal. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular ...
9.8/10 Exceptional! (576 reviews)
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Reviewed on 23 Jun 2025

Reid's Palace, A Belmond Hotel, Madeira
The Vine
The Vine
5 out of 5
Rua Dos Aranhas, No. 27A, Funchal
The price is 6.715.371 ₫ per night from 6 Jul to 7 Jul
6.715.371 ₫
7.105.570 ₫ total
6 Jul - 7 Jul
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 5-star luxury hotel in Funchal. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (980 reviews)
"As mentioned tovthe staff, ooms seem to be missing a light or two; they seem dark. I was told that was done by the designer. Seems odd especially with purplish colors on the wall. Also, the doors to the room close very slowly. Sunce my flight was later in the day, I did like that i could use the ..."

Reviewed on 22 Jun 2025

The Vine
Barcelo Funchal Oldtown
Barcelo Funchal Oldtown
5 out of 5
Rua Da Alfandega 9, Funchal, Maadeira
The price is 7.591.421 ₫ per night from 29 Jun to 30 Jun
7.591.421 ₫
8.016.541 ₫ total
29 Jun - 30 Jun
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 5-star luxury hotel in Funchal. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, 2 bars/lounges and a rooftop terrace. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (212 reviews)
"Excellent location, extremely friendly front desk staff, clean and functional rooms and facilities. Don't count on roof-top swimming pool if you plan to actually swim."

Reviewed on 6 Jun 2025

Barcelo Funchal Oldtown
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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

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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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 Pico Das Pedras while you're exploring the neighbourhood.

Santana
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Estrela da Calheta

Estrela da Calheta might not have many top sights, but Casa das Mudas Arts Center and 25 Fontes and Cascada da Risco are two attractions nearby that you can check out.

Estrela da Calheta

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