Hotels in Funchal

If you like haggling for the best price, you might want to head out to Funchal Farmers Market in Old Town Funchal and take in the atmosphere. There are also lots of shops and restaurants in the area if you fancy a wander. Splash some more cash at Avenida do Mar, La Vie Shopping Center, and Arcadas Sao Francisco Shopping Center.

If you're planning a bit of sightseeing during your trip, head to Town Square— just one of the monuments in central Sé. You could also start your cultural experience by heading over to the museums in the area. It's also full of great shops and restaurants, so you can spend the afternoon having a wander.

Ready for an education in local botany? Madeira Botanical Garden should make your list of places to visit, located 0.3 mi (0.5 km) from central Santa Maria Maior. Want to stretch your legs some more? Head to Pregetter's Orchid Garden, just a short walk away.

Monte Palace Gardens is 1.3 mi (2.1 km) from central Monte, why not stop by during your stay. Want to stretch your legs some more? Head to Madeira Botanical Garden and Funchal Municipal Garden, both nearby.

Imagine strolling along Funchal Marina for some great waterfront pics when in the heart of Sé. It's also full of great shops and restaurants, so you can spend the afternoon having a wander. If you carry on walking you'll get to Sao Tiago Beach and Complexo Balnear Barreirinha for some more water views.

Lido Bathing Complex is 0.8 mi (1.3 km) from central São Martinho, why not stop by during your stay. If you have fun at Lido Bathing Complex, you'll love Ponta Gorda Bathing Complex, just a short walk away.