Old Town Funchal

Madeira Island

Photo by M Mullen
Photo by M Mullen
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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

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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

Funchal-Monte Teleferico

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

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￥5,549
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Highly Recommended 100 % West Tour Madeira
Madeira: Stairway To Heaven Pico Areeiro to Pico Ruivo Hike

Madeira Stairway to Heaven to Larano Hike Mountain to Sea

￥13,005
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Madeira Stairway to Heaven to Larano Hike Mountain to Sea
Funchal ́s Mercado dos Lavradores

Eating Madeira! Wine & Food Tour in Funchal

￥14,740
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Eating Madeira! Wine & Food Tour in Funchal
City Sightseeing Funchal Madeira Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Tour

City Sightseeing Funchal Madeira Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Tour + Bookable Extras

￥4,335
per adult
78% of travellers recommend
City Sightseeing Funchal Madeira Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Tour + Bookable Extras
EPIC Madeira Canyoning Level Two

EPIC Madeira Canyoning Level Two

￥14,740
per adult
EPIC Madeira Canyoning Level Two
Santana

The East Tour Great Guide Great Tour.

￥5,549
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94% of travellers recommend
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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, Madeirenses 50, Funchal
The price is ￥57,783 per night from Sep 1 to Sep 2
￥57,783
￥60,783 total
Sep 1 - Sep 2
includes taxes & fees
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! (459 reviews)
"The hotel is right on the water. Its beautiful and clean. The pool and lounge area is clean and set up very well. Breakfast was wonderful. Everyone on staff was helpful and friendly. Excellent hotel!!"

Reviewed on Aug 8, 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 ￥70,851 per night from Sep 1 to Sep 2
￥70,851
￥74,374 total
Sep 1 - Sep 2
includes taxes & fees
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! (611 reviews)
"We had a very pleasant stay."

Reviewed on Aug 10, 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 ￥58,433 per night from Sep 1 to Sep 2
￥58,433
￥61,460 total
Sep 1 - Sep 2
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 5-star 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! (924 reviews)
"I stayed at Saccharum Resort & Spa and while the stunning views are an obvious highlight, what really stood out to me was the hotel’s design. It honours its past as a former sugar cane factory — with original machinery cleverly integrated into the lobby and hallways. Think softened brutalism: raw ..."

Reviewed on Aug 5, 2025

Saccharum Resort
Barcelo Funchal Oldtown

Barcelo Funchal Oldtown

5 out of 5
Rua Da Alfandega 9, Funchal, Maadeira
The price is ￥44,719 per night from Aug 18 to Aug 19
￥44,719
￥47,197 total
Aug 18 - Aug 19
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 5-star luxury hotel in Funchal. Enjoy free WiFi, 2 bars/lounges, and a rooftop terrace. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (245 reviews)
"We loved our stay at the Barcelo. The room was very clean. The king sized bed was very comfortable as was the sofa bed which our daughter slept on. There was plenty of room in our room which was the standard basic room for 3 people. We loved the shower as well. The breakfasts were amazing and we ..."

Reviewed on Aug 10, 2025

Barcelo Funchal Oldtown
Pestana Quinta Perestrello

Pestana Quinta Perestrello

4 out of 5
Rua Dr. Pita 3, São Martinho, Funchal
The price is ￥49,092 per night from Sep 1 to Sep 2
￥49,092
￥51,744 total
Sep 1 - Sep 2
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star hotel in Funchal. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and room service. Popular attractions CR7 Museum and Barreiros Stadium are located ...
9.8/10 Exceptional! (9 reviews)
Great location, modern rooms, beautitul grounds
"Great hotel conveniently situated in Funchal, clean and modern rooms, beautiful well kept grounds and excellent customer service. We genuinely enjoyed our stay and highly recommend."

Reviewed on Aug 16, 2025

Pestana Quinta Perestrello
Dreams Madeira Resort Spa & Marina - All Inclusive

Dreams Madeira Resort Spa & Marina - All Inclusive

5 out of 5
Sitio da Piedade, Machico, Madeira
The price is ￥56,983 per night from Sep 3 to Sep 4
￥56,983
￥59,951 total
Sep 3 - Sep 4
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 5-star luxury hotel in Machico. Enjoy free WiFi, 3 outdoor pools, and a full-service spa. Popular attractions Madeira Whale Museum and Sao Lourenco ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (111 reviews)
"Beautiful! A lovely stay."

Reviewed on Jul 12, 2025

Dreams Madeira Resort Spa & Marina - All Inclusive
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Other neighborhoods around Old Town Funchal

Museum of Natural History which includes street scenes and a city

Sao Pedro

4.5/5(7 area reviews)

Sao Pedro is known for its colorful gardens, and you can plan a trip to Holy Trinity Church 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
Funchal, Madeira Portugal

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

Are you interested in fantastic nightlife, breathtaking beach views, and beautiful gardens? A visit to Santana might be the perfect thing. You can also explore top sights like Madeira Theme Park and Santana Traditional Houses.

Santana
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Estrela da Calheta

If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Estrela da Calheta and surrounding area, you can visit 25 Fontes and Cascada da Risco and Paul do Mar Beach.

Estrela da Calheta

Old Town Funchal