Old Town Funchal Travel Guide
Funchal
Visit Old Town Funchal
Popular places to visit
Funchal Farmers Market
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.
Madeira Botanical Garden
One of Madeira’s most famous attractions is known for its scenic views and fascinating display of colorful flowers.
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.
Monte Palace Gardens
More than just a striking floral display, this beautiful garden is also home to an impressive collection of art.
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.
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.
Things to do
City Sightseeing Funchal Madeira Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Tour + Bookable Extras
Hidden Funchal: Stories & Secrets Tour
Madeira: West Tour with Porto Moniz and Volcanic Pools
From Funchal: West Madeira Waterfalls and Fanal Forest Tour
Madeira: Santana Jeep Safari and Balções Levada Walk
Top hotels in Old Town Funchal
Hotel PortoBay Santa Maria
Very friendly welcome and was also upgraded to a superior sea view room, which was clean and well-equipped, with a kitchen. Location was perfect at the quiet end of the front and close to the cable car station to Monte. Car parking in the basement was very handy and leaving it there after checkout ...
Reviewed on 11 Dec 2025
Pensão Residencial Mirasol
Clean, quiet, great location, great staff
Reviewed on 18 Dec 2025
The Editory Ocean Way Funchal
Great location! Beautiful view, the food was good and the spa really nice. Lovely members of staff. I would highly recommend this hotel!
Reviewed on 14 Jan 2026
Savoy Palace - The Leading Hotels of the World - Savoy Signature
Very well run hotel with goid facilities
Reviewed on 25 Nov 2025
Reid's Palace, A Belmond Hotel, Madeira
We were welcomed and given a tour of the historic hotel by the front desk upon arrival. The room upgrade was to a suite overlooking the bay. The room, bed, and bath were clean and comfortable. A small gift arrived each day of our stay. The 1891 Bar proved to be an excellent alternative as we preferred ...
Reviewed on 3 Jan 2026
Dreams Madeira Resort Spa & Marina - All Inclusive
Clean rooms, amenities, the views as well
Reviewed on 20 Jan 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Old Town Funchal
Sao Pedro
Sao Pedro is known for its colourful gardens, and you can plan a trip to Museum of Natural History and Quinta das Cruzes Museum while you're in town.
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.
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.
