Santa Maria Maior

Travel Guide

Fantastic garden for nature lovers
Fantastic garden for nature lovers
A view across the North Atlantic Ocean from Funchal, Madeira
Traditional Maderia clothing :)
Take this great value cable car for a 15 minute long journey up to the subtropical gardens or connect to another cable car onwards to the botanical gardens.
Pensão Residencial Mirasol

Pensão Residencial Mirasol

3 out of 5
Rua Bela De São Tiago 67 Funchal
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Funchal. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and an airport shuttle (surcharge). Popular attractions Fort ...
8/10 Very Good! (101 reviews)
Easy, central and clean with a nice and warm staff!

Reviewed on Feb 1, 2026

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Pensão Residencial Mirasol
Hotel PortoBay Santa Maria

Hotel PortoBay Santa Maria

4 out of 5
Avenida do Mar e das Comunidades Funchal
The price is ￥51,220 per night from Mar 27 to Mar 28
￥51,220
￥54,007 total
Mar 27 - Mar 28
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Funchal. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and 2 bars/lounges. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the property condition in our reviews. ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (476 reviews)
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Reviewed on Feb 16, 2026

Hotel PortoBay Santa Maria
Quinta Mãe dos Homens

Quinta Mãe dos Homens

3 out of 5
39 Rua Mãe dos Homens Funchal
Stay at this hotel in Funchal. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and breakfast (surcharge). Popular attractions Pregetter's Orchid Garden and Madeira Botanical ...
9/10 Wonderful! (74 reviews)
Clean room, regular cleaning and towel change during our stay, large pool, fixtures and fittings need updating.

Reviewed on Feb 25, 2026

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Zarco Apartments by Mercado Funchal

Zarco Apartments by Mercado Funchal

4 out of 5
Praça de Tenerife Funchal Madeira
Stay at this apartment in Funchal. Enjoy free WiFi, laundry facilities, and cable TV channels. Popular attractions Embroidery Museum and Funchal Farmers Market ...
9/10 Wonderful! (24 reviews)
Clean

Reviewed on Feb 21, 2026

Zarco Apartments by Mercado Funchal
Three House Hotel

Three House Hotel

5 out of 5
Rua Brigadeiro Oudinot 2 Funchal Madeira
Book a stay at this luxury aparthotel in Funchal. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a fitness center. Popular attractions Funchal Farmers Market and Embroidery ...
10/10 Exceptional! (47 reviews)
Spotless and beautiful decor and perfectly located in the middle of everything

Reviewed on Feb 17, 2026

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Apartamentos Taberna

Apartamentos Taberna

3 out of 5
Rua de Santa Maria 123 Funchal Madeira
Book a stay at this business-friendly apartment in Funchal. Enjoy free WiFi, an airport shuttle (surcharge), and satellite TV channels. Popular attractions Funchal-Monte ...
8/10 Very Good! (34 reviews)
Very central

Reviewed on Dec 18, 2025

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Popular places to visit

Mercado dos lavradores ...i never knew there are so many kinds of maracuja until i visited this place

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
Botanical Garden which includes flowers

Madeira Botanical Garden

One of Madeira’s most famous attractions is known for its scenic views and fascinating display of colorful flowers.

Madeira Botanical Garden
Town Square showing street scenes and a small town or village

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.

Town Square
Monte Palace Gardens which includes a garden

Monte Palace Gardens

More than just a striking floral display, this beautiful garden is also home to an impressive collection of art.

Monte Palace Gardens
The Forum Shopping Mall in Funchal

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.

Centro Comercial Forum Madeira
Palheiro Gardens featuring outdoor art

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.

Palheiro Gardens

Things to do

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

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

￥4,586
per adult
80% of travellers recommend
City Sightseeing Funchal Madeira Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Tour + Bookable Extras
Rabaçal: 25 Fontes & Risco Levada Hiking Transfer

Rabaçal: 25 Fontes & Risco Levada Hiking Transfer

￥6,237
per adult
Rabaçal: 25 Fontes & Risco Levada Hiking Transfer
Caldeirão Verde levada walk in Madeira

Caldeirão Verde Levadas Walk in Madeira

￥8,071
per adult
Caldeirão Verde Levadas Walk in Madeira
Madeira: Garajau Nature Reserve Kayak and Snorkel Tour

Madeira: Garajau Nature Reserve Kayak and Snorkel Tour

￥6,420
per adult
Madeira: Garajau Nature Reserve Kayak and Snorkel Tour
Fanal lagoon

West Madeira Island Guided Tour & Fanal Mystic Forest

￥7,337
per adult
West Madeira Island Guided Tour & Fanal Mystic Forest
Group on a catamaran watching dolphins in Madeira Island

Madeira Half-Day Catamaran Cruise

￥7,704
per adult
84% of travellers recommend
Madeira Half-Day Catamaran Cruise
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Cities near Santa Maria Maior

Santa Cruz Beach featuring a pebble beach and a coastal town as well as a small group of people

Santa Cruz

Madeira

Funchal

Monte Palace Gardens which includes a pond

Monte