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

Funchal Farmers Market

Funchal Farmers Market

4.5/5(201 reviews)

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.

Funchal Farmers Market

Funchal-Monte Teleferico

4.5/5(107 reviews)

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

Full Day East of Madeira Tour

Full Day East of Madeira Tour

S$51
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Full Day East of Madeira Tour
Funchal ́s Mercado dos Lavradores

Eating Madeira! Wine & Food Tour in Funchal

S$124
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

S$29
per adult
78% of travellers recommend
City Sightseeing Funchal Madeira Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Tour
Typical night in Madeira

Typical night in Madeira

S$80
per adult
Typical night in Madeira
Madeira Food, Wine & Cultural Tour

Madeira Food, Wine & Cultural Tour

S$130
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Madeira Food, Wine & Cultural Tour
Pico Areeiro

East Madeira Guided Tour with Balcões Levada Walk

S$58
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
East Madeira Guided Tour with Balcões Levada Walk
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Top hotels in Old Town Funchal

Hotel Porto Santa Maria
Hotel Porto Santa Maria
4 out of 5
Avenida do Mar e das Comunidades, Madeirenses 50, Funchal
The price is S$501 per night from 1 Apr to 2 Apr
S$501
includes taxes & fees
1 Apr - 2 Apr
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! (444 reviews)
"Lovely hotel, wonderful staff, delicious breakfast"

Reviewed on 16 Feb,2025

Hotel Porto Santa Maria
Saccharum Resort
Saccharum Resort
5 out of 5
Rua Serra de Água, 1, Calheta
The price is S$284 per night from 30 Mar to 31 Mar
S$284
includes taxes & fees
30 Mar - 31 Mar
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! (850 reviews)
Great stay
"Had a great stay all the staff were great. We had an upgrade to a suite what was very nice of them. The location was lovely and allowed easy travel to all places. Overall would recommend hotel to anyone, I would also gladly return to this hotel."

Reviewed on 11 Feb,2025

Saccharum Resort
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 S$445 per night from 1 Apr to 2 Apr
S$445
includes taxes & fees
1 Apr - 2 Apr
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! (505 reviews)
"This was the most beautiful hotel I stayed in. It’s grand it has so many restaurants, bars, and pool areas that you need few days to even discover them all. The staff is very accommodating. It’s super clean and they clean rooms multiple times a day as well as the property itself. This hotel is so ..."

Reviewed on 21 Mar,2025

Savoy Palace - The Leading Hotels of the World - Savoy Signature
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 S$371 per night from 1 Apr to 2 Apr
S$371
includes taxes & fees
1 Apr - 2 Apr
Stay at this 5-star luxury hotel in Machico. Enjoy free WiFi, 2 outdoor pools, and 7 restaurants. Popular attractions Ponta de Sao Lourenco and Madeira Whale ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (47 reviews)
"Pleasant stay"

Reviewed on 21 Mar,2025

Dreams Madeira Resort Spa & Marina - All Inclusive
Barcelo Funchal Oldtown
Barcelo Funchal Oldtown
5 out of 5
Rua Da Alfandega 9, Funchal, Maadeira
The price is S$324 per night from 7 Apr to 8 Apr
S$324
includes taxes & fees
7 Apr - 8 Apr
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! (180 reviews)
"Located in the heart of the old town,The Barcelo funchal is a truly wonderful hotel with great views over the city from its roof gardens.The staff are very polite and helpful and the dining facilities were top class. Highly recommended"

Reviewed on 21 Mar,2025

Barcelo Funchal Oldtown
Allegro Madeira - Adults Only - Member of Barceló Hotel Group
Allegro Madeira - Adults Only - Member of Barceló Hotel Group
4 out of 5
Rua Gorgulho NR 1, Funchal
The price is S$223 per night from 29 Mar to 30 Mar
S$223
includes taxes & fees
29 Mar - 30 Mar
Stay at this 4-star spa hotel in Funchal. Enjoy a full-service spa, 2 bars/lounges, and a rooftop terrace. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (377 reviews)
"Great hotel"

Reviewed on 17 Mar,2025

Allegro Madeira - Adults Only - Member of Barceló Hotel Group
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Other neighbourhoods around Old Town Funchal

Museum of Natural History which includes a city and street scenes

Sao Pedro

4.5/5(77 area reviews)

Sao Pedro is known for its colourful gardens, and you can plan a trip to Holy Trinity Church and Quinta das Cruzes Museum while you're in town.

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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.

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

Visitors to Santana rave about its fantastic nightlife, breathtaking beach views and beautiful gardens. You might also want to make some time to see Madeira Theme Park or Pico Das Pedras while you're exploring the neighbourhood.

Santana
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Estrela da Calheta

Estrela da Calheta might not have many top sights, but 25 Fontes and Cascada da Risco and Paul do Mar Beach are two attractions nearby that you can check out.

Estrela da Calheta

Old Town Funchal