Funchal Travel Highlights: Best Attractions & Experiences

The capital city of the Portuguese island of Madeira, Funchal is a destination for beachgoers and wine-lovers alike. Fashionistas travel to Funchal for its luxury shopping. The Funchal Cathedral and 17th-century Forte de São Tiago overlook the city, which stretches out along the sea and up into the mountains. But it's not all about sightseeing and hiking, there is lots of lively fun to be had here as well.

Including: Arieiro Peak, Farmers Market, Funchal Cathedral, Botanical Gardens Madeira, Monte Palace Tropical Garden, Quinta Vigia Gardens, Doca do Cavacas, Igreja do Colégio, Madeira Toboggan, Quinta da Boa Vista Gardens, Fort of São Tiago, Lido Pool Complex, Igreja de São Pedro, CR7 Museum, Núcleo Museológico do Palácio de São Lourenço, Our Lady of the Mountain Church, Pico Fortress, Pregetter's Orchid Garden, Barreirinha, Jardim Panorâmico, Madeira Story Centre, Museu Monte Palace, Marina do Funchal, Avenida do Mar Promenade, Sao Lourenco Fortress-Palace and many more sightseeing highlights of Funchal.