Madeira Funchal Old Town Guided Tour

Enjoy a 2-hour guided tour of Funchal and get to know the Portuguese city surrounded by hills and beautiful gardens. Delve into its history and discover the highlights of Madeira's capital city such as:

• The Municipal Gardens: also known as the garden of Dona Amélia in honour of the former queen of Portugal. Located in the centre of Funchal. It houses native flora from the city and from different parts of the world. It has 8,300 m², a lake and a stream with birds and fish.

• The Baltazar Dias Municipal Theatre: a place with a surprising architectural beauty in neoclassical style. It is one of the main centres of art and culture in the city, where music, theatre, exhibitions and festivals are held.

• Mercado dos Lavradores: built in the 1930s with Art Deco and Modernist influences. It is the favourite place for locals and visitors to buy fruits, vegetables, fish, and fresh flowers.

• Zona Vieja (Old Town): see what the city's nightlife is like and the area that is home to art and entertainment. Stroll through its beautiful narrow cobblestone streets and renowned restaurants and bars.

• The Church of St. John the Evangelist of the College of Funchal: built in the 17th century, it houses artefacts of baroque and mannerist art. It is one of the most visited monuments on the island.

• Jesuit College of Funchal: currently part of the University of Madeira, it has a striking Portuguese baroque architecture and houses various art exhibitions.

At the time of booking you can choose between different starting times for this activity and the language of the guide (although sometimes the guide can be multilingual). Choose the one that best suits your travel itinerary.