Old Town Funchal

Madeira Island

Photo by M Mullen
Photo by M Mullen
Photo by Sylwia Olejnik-Antkowiak
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

Funchal Farmers Market

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

Highly Recommended 100 % West Tour Madeira

P2,105
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

P4,934
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Madeira Stairway to Heaven to Larano Hike Mountain to Sea
City Sightseeing Funchal Madeira Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Tour

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

P1,645
per adult
78% of travellers recommend
City Sightseeing Funchal Madeira Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Tour
Funchal ́s Mercado dos Lavradores

Eating Madeira! Wine & Food Tour in Funchal

P5,592
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Eating Madeira! Wine & Food Tour in Funchal
EPIC Madeira Canyoning Level Two

EPIC Madeira Canyoning Level Two

P5,592
per adult
EPIC Madeira Canyoning Level Two
Santana

The East Tour Great Guide Great Tour.

P2,105
per adult
94% of travellers recommend
The East Tour Great Guide Great Tour.
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Top hotels in Old Town Funchal

Hotel PortoBay Santa Maria

Hotel PortoBay Santa Maria

4 out of 5
Avenida do Mar e das Comunidades, Madeirenses 50, Funchal
The price is P25,984 per night from Aug 3 to Aug 4
P25,984
P27,293 total
Aug 3 - Aug 4
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! (457 reviews)
"Fantastic location, close to old town restaurants and easy access to boardwalk, which gets you to the marina and beyond. Excellent service. Large breakfast offering. And in the summer months, enjoyable evening entertainment."

Reviewed on Jul 30, 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 P28,576 per night from Sep 1 to Sep 2
P28,576
P29,988 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! (599 reviews)
"We had a lovely stay!"

Reviewed on Jul 30, 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 P23,327 per night from Aug 24 to Aug 25
P23,327
P24,530 total
Aug 24 - Aug 25
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! (917 reviews)
"This hotel is really amazing I feel like the pictures don't do it justice the pictures are nice that's why I picked this hotel but staying here was a completely different experience and feeling the staff where great especially the staff in the premium lounge I don't noticed I booked for that package ..."

Reviewed on Jul 23, 2025

Saccharum Resort
Barcelo Funchal Oldtown

Barcelo Funchal Oldtown

5 out of 5
Rua Da Alfandega 9, Funchal, Maadeira
The price is P17,495 per night from Aug 18 to Aug 19
P17,495
P18,465 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! (237 reviews)
"This was a great choice. The entire property was clean, close to everything, excellent breakfast and staff. It has a beautiful roof top pool and bar with an amazing view of the island. We highly recommend it."

Reviewed on Jul 31, 2025

Barcelo Funchal Oldtown
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 P23,904 per night from Sep 1 to Sep 2
P23,904
P25,130 total
Sep 1 - Sep 2
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 5-star luxury hotel in Machico. Enjoy free WiFi, 3 outdoor pools, and 7 restaurants. Popular attractions Madeira Whale Museum and Sao Lourenco Point ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (104 reviews)
"Beautiful! A lovely stay."

Reviewed on Jul 12, 2025

Dreams Madeira Resort Spa & Marina - All Inclusive
Reid's Palace, A Belmond Hotel, Madeira

Reid's Palace, A Belmond Hotel, Madeira

5 out of 5
Estrada Monumental 139, Funchal
The price is P44,821 per night from Aug 7 to Aug 8
P44,821
P46,880 total
Aug 7 - Aug 8
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 5-star luxury hotel in Funchal. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular attractions ...
9.8/10 Exceptional! (580 reviews)
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Reviewed on Jun 23, 2025

Reid's Palace, A Belmond Hotel, Madeira
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Other neighbourhoods around Old Town Funchal

Museum of Natural History which includes a city and street scenes

Sao Pedro

Sao Pedro is known for its colorful gardens, and you can plan a trip to Santa Clara Monastery and Holy Trinity Church while you're in town.

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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
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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