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.
Palheiro Gardens
Go for a stroll in these charming gardens, known for their rare and unique design, to see indigenous plants mingled with exotic species.
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
Funchal: Dolphin and Whale Watching Catamaran Cruise
From Funchal: West Madeira Waterfalls and Fanal Forest Tour
Top hotels in Old Town Funchal
Mirasol Guesthouse
Easy, central and clean with a nice and warm staff!
Reviewed on 1 Feb 2026
Hotel PortoBay Santa Maria
Yes
Reviewed on 16 Feb 2026
Saccharum Resort
The ocean was visible .we particularly enjoyed the beach cafe. My only criticism would be lack of privacy due to transclucent glass in shower and toilet plus the the toilet for was a sliding glass panel which was very noisy during the night
Reviewed on 3 Mar 2026
The Editory Ocean Way Funchal
The service, the room and everything was just perfect, i do recommend and will go back.
Reviewed on 28 Feb 2026
The Views Baia - Adults Only
Everything was great. Beautiful hotel. The best spa with pools hot tubs and steam rooms. Food was excellent.
Reviewed on 1 Mar 2026
Dreams Madeira Resort Spa & Marina
Dreams resort is absolutely perfect from the doorway guy till cleanliness of everything. The views are amazing.
Reviewed on 27 Feb 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.
