• For those who like good snacks, Funchal offers some regional dishes, such as beef kebabs, Madeira-style fried corn, tuna steak and wheat soup.
  • During the second half of the XV century, the sugar industry expanded significantly along the southern coast, making Funchal its most important centre.
  • The flowers and fruit markets in the main squares of the city are characteristic aspects of Funchal, not forgetting the toboggans that descend steeply from Monte to...
  • Besides taking in the extraordinary views and Funchal’s famous cuisine, there are plenty of adventurous outdoor activities to enjoy while on the island.
  • Funchal Downtown Funchal is a charming collision of traditional and modern architecture...
  • Funchal viewed from Madeira Botanical Garden. Funchal is the capital and main city of the autonomous region of Madeira, on the island of Madeira...
  • Built in the beginning of the 16th century, at the peak of the Portuguese explorers’ era, Funchal Cathedral is a symbol of power and prosperity.
  • It’s also the busiest part of the island with yellow buses, street cafes and shoppers from outside Funchal packing the streets from morning until sundown.