Funchal

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  • 1-2 Days
1-2 Days

The capital and the only city in the island of Madeira is located on the southeastern Atlantic Ocean coast of the island. This European city is built on hills slopes falling into a beautiful bay offering cultural and nature attractions including modern quarters, an old city with narrow streets and traditional vibes, beautiful gardens, museums, beaches and more.

Stroll the narrow streets in the old city, window shop the small local shops` and relax in one of many cafes or a restaurant. Enjoy vibrant and colourful farmers markets, admire breathtaking viewpoints, take a sailboat cruise to watch Dolphins or Whales, or use the city as a starting point traveling and enjoying the beautiful island and exploiting the outdoor activities opportunities.

TheTjoy.com recommends enjoyable attractions to visit and experience while visiting the city.

  • Ride the Funchal Cable Cars to visit the magnificent Monte Palace Tropical Garden and the Funchal Botanical Gardens.
  • Decent from the gardens’ hill with the traditional and exciting Funchal’s Toboggan Basket Sledge.
  • Walk the central Arriaga Avenue to enjoy tiles panels
  • Stroll Santa Maria st., the main street of the old city, a narrow, colourful and vibrant street, with numerous cafes, restaurants, and small shops. While strolling the street admire the coloured and painted doors, some works of art.
  • Shop Funchal souvenirs’ shops for Madeira special handcrafts, and in the evening enjoy the Madeira Casino and its entertainment opportunities.
  • Enjoy the City Garden and the picturesque Santa Caterina Park
  • Stroll Avenida do Mar, the coast promenade, and refresh yourself in the Lido Bathing Complex or the Formosa Beach west of town.
  • Visit the Funchal Cathedral
  • Interested in museums, visit the Sacred Art Museum of Funchal, The Quinta das Cruzes Museum, and learn about the great football (soccer) player Cristiano Ronaldo in the CR7 Museum.
  • Enjoy some good Madeira wine in Blandy’s Wine Lodge.
  • Out of town, visit the picturesque Curral das Freiras town, magnificently located in a deep valley surrounded by mountains peaks
  • Sale the Santa Maria de Colombo sails ship along the southern coast of Madeira, watching Dolphins on the way.

Spend 1-2 days in Funchal and continue exploring the beautiful island.

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Panoramic view of the capital of Madeira island Funchal, Portugal

People walk through the cozy historic Zona Velha district in the city of Funchal, Madeira Island, Portugal

Funchal Cathedral, Madeira Island, Portugal

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