Madeira Islands

Places to visit in Funchal

Top Things to Do in Funchal, Portugal

Places to Visit in Funchal

Popular things to do

Ways to tour Funchal

Book these experiences for a close-up look at Funchal.

LIKELY TO SELL OUT*
Skywalk, Porto Moniz Volcanic Pools and more...Full day Tour in Open Roof 4x4
515
Shore Excursions
from ₹ 4,628.60 per adult
LIKELY TO SELL OUT*
Dolphin and Whale Watching Catamaran Cruise from Funchal
295
Catamaran Cruises
from ₹ 3,115.40 per adult
VipDolphins Luxury Whale Watching
132
Shore Excursions
from ₹ 5,073.65 per adult
Madeira Best of the West Day Tour
186
Bus Tours
from ₹ 2,581.33 per adult
Porto Moniz - Enchanted Terraces: Open 4x4 Full Day Tour
178
Bus Tours
from ₹ 4,382.92 per adult (price varies by group size)
Half-day Catamaran Trip from Funchal
163
from ₹ 2,853.71 per adult
LIKELY TO SELL OUT*
Madeira Food & Cultural Tour
274
Private and Luxury
from ₹ 6,208.55 per adult
Private Dolphin and Whale Watching Tour in Madeira
150
Private and Luxury
from ₹ 29,373.78 per group (up to 6)
LIKELY TO SELL OUT*
Old Funchal Walking Tour
48
Private and Luxury
from ₹ 1,178.51 per adult
Dolphin - Whale - Turtle - Bird Watching
179
Adventure Tours
from ₹ 4,005.52 per adult

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Top Attractions in Funchal

1. Pico do Arieiro

Mountains

The summit has changed over the years when the old restaurant/hotel was replaced by the new café/shop (and a small…

2. Monte Palace Madeira

Gardens

Lush plantations featuring Agapanthus, Ferns, Crocosmia and Hydrangea macrophylia grow from the acidic volcanic rock…

3. Telefericos da Madeira

Trams

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The plaque marks the 430 anniversary of the town of Monte.

4. Parque de Santa Catarina

Parks

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The park is located downtown Funchal and is overwieving the ocean.

5. Palheiro Gardens

Gardens

Topiary, roses,herbaceous borders and vast lily ponds complete with frogs!

6. Botanical Garden Cable Car

Trams

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A large aviary at the bottom with many rare breeds.

7. Blandy's Wine Lodge

Historic Sites • Wineries & Vineyards

In an old monastery, Madeira's oldest Madeira Wine Company, run by english Blandy family, you get to see the great 9000…

8. Madeira Botanical Garden

Gardens

By Threeberthcarriage

The gardens are actually a Series of different terraced gardens, linked by pathways and plenty of thoughtfully placed…

9. CR7 Museum

Speciality Museums

It's full of awards, medals, cups (both real and replicas), balls and shirts significant in CR's dazzling career.

10. Santa Maria Street

Scenic Walking Areas

Rua Santa Maria is one of Funchal’s oldest streets and somehow manages to combine modern, brightly coloured doorways…

11. Igreja de Nossa Senhora do Monte

Churches & Cathedrals

Inside, in a sombre casket behind bars, lies the body of Charles 1 - last emperor of the Austro-Hungarian Empire.

12. Santa Clara Convent

Historic Sites • Churches & Cathedrals

The Monastery is in one of just several locations where Madeira society began more than 500 years ago.

13. Miradouro Pico Dos Barcelos

Points of Interest & Landmarks

Set on a hill about 290 metres above sea level, it provides stunning 360 degree views, including out to the Ilhas…

14. Avenida do Mar

Points of Interest & Landmarks

The gardens are maturing with many flowering plants and trees.

15. Mercado dos Lavradores

Flea & Street Markets • Shopping Malls

This centrally located indoor market holds the secrets of the fruit, flowers, vegetables and produce of the island.

16. Zona Velha

Neighbourhoods • Points of Interest & Landmarks

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This is the oldest part of Funchal, which includes a quaint maze of narrow cobblestone streets containing a mix of art…

17. Madeira Explorers

Hiking Trails

And, they highlight dramatic landscapes built into the volcanic origins of the island.

18. Cathedral of Our Lady of the Assumption

Churches & Cathedrals

The Cathedral Se is a living church that is slowly being restored to former grandeur.

19. Forum Madeira

Shopping Malls

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These two shopping centres were constructed by the same people and have almost identical stores in them.

20. Colégio dos Jesuítas do Funchal

Historic Sites • Points of Interest & Landmarks

It is one large gallery explaining the early days of occupation and the development of commerce and government in words…

21. La Vie Funchal Shopping Center

Shopping Malls

Grand piano on the entry level, colourful escalators, cafes, restaurants.

22. Municipal Gardens

Gardens

This is a mature garden with plants of many varieties.

23. Igreja do Colegio Sao Joao Evangelista

Religious Sites

Attached is the college they established now under the stewardship of the university.

24. Holy Trinity Church

Churches & Cathedrals

Its theme “The Natural World” was opened by the Reverend Neil Dawson and timed to coincide with the religious Harvest…

25. Universo de Memórias João Carlos Abreu

Speciality Museums

With approximately ten thousand pieces on display collected over many years worldwide they reflect his life as a…

26. Madeira Film Experience

Speciality Museums

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The time scale is from its formation as a volcanic island to the present day, and chronicles it's discovery, and…

27. Caravel Art Center

Art Galleries

A range of work by different artists is on display.

28. Madeira Story Centre

History Museums

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The museum outlines the history of the island from its inception through to today.

29. Pereira d’Oliveira

Wineries & Vineyards

Extraordinary wine-tasting

30. Praia Formosa Beach Madeira

Points of Interest & Landmarks

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It's several kilometers long and composed of large grey pebbles.

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Day Trips

From quick jaunts to full-day outings.

Cruises, Sailing & Water Tours

Walking Tours

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