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The capital of the Portuguese island of Madeira is a beautiful city on the southern coast offering beaches, historic buildings and marine wildlife adventures. 

With houses built on the side of a hill, an attractive bay and a mountainous backdrop, Funchal has one of Portugal’s most beautiful settings. The coastal city is the capital of the island of Madeira and combines a modern beach resort with hundreds of years of history. Surf, tour ancient buildings and sail the ocean to see whales and dolphins.

The town is named for the bright yellow fennel (funcho in Portuguese) that grew here when the Portuguese settled the area in the early 15th century.

Funchal’s natural beauty isn’t confined to the coast and surrounding mountains. Spend a few hours in the sunken, rose and French gardens of Jardins de Palheiro. Stroll through Jardim Orquidea’s miniature jungle filled with varied orchid species. Enjoy thousands of blooms at the Madeira Botanical Gardens.

Explore the historic buildings of the old town area. Admire the stained-glass windows, baroque altars and gothic arches of the 16th-century Sé Cathedral. Amble along cobblestone streets lined by old buildings, some dating back to the 15th and 16th centuries. Visit the Museo Municipal for its natural history exhibits. Gaze at the collection of Turkish and North African decorative tiles at the Frederico de Freitas Museum.

Ride the cable car up to Monte, a small village 1,804 feet (550 meters) above sea level. When you want to come back down to Funchal, ride a toboggan. These resemble large wicker baskets and are pushed down the steep roads by drivers.

Walk along the promenade from the city center to the Praia Formosa, a collection of beaches. Venture farther out to sea on a dolphin- and whale-watching trip or take a boat cruise along the coast.

As Madeira’s capital city, Funchal has good transportation links. Madeira Airport is 13 miles (21 kilometers) away. With Funchal’s mild subtropical climate, its beaches, gardens and historic sites can be enjoyed year-round.

Accommodation in Funchal

Funchal has a reputation as an excellent destination, with no less than 125 Funchal hotels that are bookable through Expedia.

Make reservations for the Belmond Reid's Palace or the Hotel Royal Savoy, a couple of the more upscale hotels that the island offers. At the cheaper end of the accommodation spectrum are the highly popular Residencial Monte Verde and the A Casa do Caseiro.

Popular Activities for your Funchal Vacation

The world is alive with adventure, and there are countless sensational experiences to be had when we grab our luggage and go on vacation.

This place has a wide range of things to do. Here are some ideas to jump start your trip to Funchal:

For a more complete list of activities, take a look at our Funchal things to do page.

Guide to Exploring Funchal

Museum of Natural History

See a collection of more than 40,000 artifacts dedicated to the flora and fauna of the archipelago at the oldest museum in Madeira.
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Madeira Botanical Garden

One of Madeira’s most famous attractions is known for its scenic views and fascinating display of colorful flowers.
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Town Square (Praça do Município)

Defined by its striking black-and-white tiling, Funchal’s main square is surrounded by some of the city’s most interesting historic attractions. 
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Cabo Girao

Brave the dizzying heights of this striking viewpoint to see some of the most spectacular views in Madeira. 
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Pico do Ariero

Enjoy splendid views from the peak of one of Madeira’s highest mountains, the gateway to a very popular hiking trail. 
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Monte Palace Gardens

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

Explore this intriguing set of caves formed by an ancient volcanic eruption and learn about Madeira’s natural history at the on-site education center. 
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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.  
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Belmond Reid's Palace ￥37,068
Reviewed on Jun 22, 2019
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Belmond Reid's Palace

Belmond Reid's Palace

Estrada Monumental 139, Funchal
     
    4.9 of 5
    5.0 out of 5.0 Stars

    Compared to so many of the newer hotels, this place had style and charm. It was first-class in every respect.

    Pestana Carlton Madeira Ocean Resort Hotel ￥13,137
    Reviewed on Jun 18, 2019
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    Pestana Carlton Madeira Ocean Resort Hotel

    Pestana Carlton Madeira Ocean Resort Hotel

    Largo Antonio Nobre, Funchal
       
      4.4 of 5
      5.0 out of 5.0 Stars

      Spacious room, spotless bathroom, big pool and very nice area around pool with access to ocean and with nice open air cafe. Breakfast was included in price and was of excellent quality, tables being inside and on fresh air. Hotel is short walk to town. We came very late and left at wee hours, but ...

      The Cliff Bay ￥29,631
      Reviewed on Jun 14, 2019
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      The Cliff Bay

      The Cliff Bay

      Estrada Monumental 147, Funchal
         
        4.9 of 5
        5.0 out of 5.0 Stars

        It’s location to Funchal and all it’s amenities. Caring and very efficient staff. Excellent food and beautiful rooms very very clean.

        Porto Mare Hotel ￥17,081
        Reviewed on May 12, 2019
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        Porto Mare Hotel

        Porto Mare Hotel

        Rua Simplicio Passos Gouveia 21, Funchal
           
          4.7 of 5
          4.0 out of 5.0 Stars

          Wonderful hotel. Excellent buffet breakfast and buffet evening meal. Great selection of foods at both meal times. Lovely gardens around the hotel, including an orchid garden. Five swimming pools (two indoors) but too cold in February for outside use! Regular courtesy bus from hotel into town. Several ...

          The Vine ￥16,733
          Reviewed on Jun 21, 2019
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          The Vine

          The Vine

          Rua Dos Aranhas, No. 27A, Funchal
             
            4.6 of 5
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            Hotel exceeded previous reviews and my expectations!

            Pestana Casino Park Hotel & Casino ￥12,898
            Reviewed on May 17, 2019
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            Pestana Casino Park Hotel & Casino

            Pestana Casino Park Hotel & Casino

            Rua Imperatriz D. Amélia, Funchal
               
              4.2 of 5
              5.0 out of 5.0 Stars

              Great pool and outside area staff always very helpfull

              Golden Residence Hotel ￥9,669
              Reviewed on Jun 15, 2019
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              Golden Residence Hotel

              Golden Residence Hotel

              Rua do Cabrestante 25, Funchal
                 
                4.4 of 5
                4.0 out of 5.0 Stars

                The hotel is in nice location and everything is perfect, the room, food, staff are very nice and etc...we would like to go back and stay longer. The comfort is excellent. I would recommend this hotel to everyone.

                Quinta do Monte Panoramic Gardens ￥7,436
                Reviewed on Jun 15, 2019
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                Quinta do Monte Panoramic Gardens

                Quinta do Monte Panoramic Gardens

                Caminho do Monte no. 192 e 194, Funchal
                   
                  4.3 of 5
                  5.0 out of 5.0 Stars

                  Liked the atmosphere and friendly staff. Gardens are magnificent, breakfast is fantastic, location is beautiful. Did not like too cool pool and jacuzzi. Bar understaffed and closed early, 10pm!!

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