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May
67°F 19°C
59°F 15°C
Jun
70°F 21°C
63°F 17°C
Jul
73°F 22°C
65°F 18°C
Aug
75°F 23°C
68°F 20°C
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Oct
72°F 22°C
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Jardim de Sao Francisco
Ollie #21 of 38 attractions in Funchal
4.5 of 5 stars 5 reviews
Thus lovely city park is a perfect place for a walk or just simply to people-watch.
Attraction type  Parks
Distance  0.2 miles from city center
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Quinta do Palheiro Ferreiro
Ollie #22 of 38 attractions in Funchal
4 of 5 stars 30 reviews
Owner description: Garden enthusiasts should look no further than this superb estate, owned by the prominent Blandy family, and the surrounding Blandy's Garden, which is...... more » Owner description: Garden enthusiasts should look no further than this superb estate, owned by the prominent Blandy family, and the surrounding Blandy's Garden, which is one of the most beautiful parks on Madeira. « less
Attraction type  Gardens
Distance  0.2 miles from city center
Museum Quinta dos Cruzes
Ollie #23 of 38 attractions in Funchal
4 of 5 stars 6 reviews
Attraction type  Museums
Hafen/Stadt Funchal auf der Insel Madeira
Ollie #24 of 38 attractions in Funchal
4.5 of 5 stars 4 reviews
Attraction type  Wharfs/ Piers/ Boardwalks
Wicker Toboggan Sled Ride
Ollie #25 of 38 attractions in Funchal
3.5 of 5 stars 49 reviews

WIcker Toboggan Sled Ride is a wonderfull way to go down the hill, but beware of taxi drivers at the bottom waiting to charge you upwards of  20 euros to take you down to town or... more »

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Porto Santo Line
Ollie #26 of 38 attractions in Funchal
4 of 5 stars 15 reviews
Owner description: Starting in 1996 the company acquired a ship to connect Madeira and Porto Santo, offering a safe, a regular and comfortable service. The ship...... more » Owner description: Starting in 1996 the company acquired a ship to connect Madeira and Porto Santo, offering a safe, a regular and comfortable service. The ship transports both passengers and cargo.You have unforgettable journey. « less
Attraction type  Ferries/ Boats
Distance  0.3 miles from city center
Frederico de Freitas Museum
Ollie #27 of 38 attractions in Funchal
4.5 of 5 stars 5 reviews

A late 17th century house, built for the Count Calcada, is home to the vast and varied collections of Madeiran lawyer Dr Frederico de Freitas, who left them to the island when he... more »

Attraction type  Museums
Mercadillo de segunda mano
Ollie #28 of 38 attractions in Funchal
5 of 5 stars 1 review
Santa Maria
Ollie #29 of 38 attractions in Funchal
3.5 of 5 stars 17 reviews
A functional replica of the Columbus' ship.
Attraction type  Ships
Sao Tiago Fort
Ollie #30 of 38 attractions in Funchal
4 of 5 stars 2 reviews
Attraction type  Historic Sites; Architectural Buildings
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Manor Estate of the Crosses Museum (Quinta das Cruzes)
Ollie #31 of 38 attractions in Funchal
4 of 5 stars 5 reviews
Owner description: This "Manor Estate of the Crosses" museum is considered one of the most prestigious and well-kept museums of Madeira, which houses a splendid...... more » Owner description: This "Manor Estate of the Crosses" museum is considered one of the most prestigious and well-kept museums of Madeira, which houses a splendid collection of silver, filigree and antiques that were part of a private collection of John Wetzler, a Czech citizen who lived on Madeira. « less
Attraction type  Art Museums
Distance  0.5 miles from city center
Santa Catarina Park
Ollie #32 of 38 attractions in Funchal
4 of 5 stars 2 reviews
Attraction type  Parks
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St. Francis Wine Lodge
The wine tour at the St. Francis Wine Lodge is recommended - it's fun and educational.
Attraction type  Wineries
Distance  0.2 miles from city center
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Museum of Natural History (Municipal Museum of Funchal)
Owner description: Housed in the old residence of the Count of Carvalhal, this museum's mission is to collect and store important information about the flora and fauna...... more » Owner description: Housed in the old residence of the Count of Carvalhal, this museum's mission is to collect and store important information about the flora and fauna of Madeira through its wide collection of many marine-type species and geological samples from the region. « less
Attraction type  Natural History Museums
Distance  0.4 miles from city center
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MadTrout - Madeira Trout Fishing
Owner description: Trout fishing in Madeira’s inland waters Experient trout anglers are ready to pick you at the hotel and drive you to the best stream and the best...... more » Owner description: Trout fishing in Madeira’s inland waters Experient trout anglers are ready to pick you at the hotel and drive you to the best stream and the best trout hot spot in the island. You will be dazzeled by the beauty of our mountain streams sorrounded by laurissilva forest. « less
Attraction type  Bodies of Water
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Igreja de Sao Pedro
Attraction type  Churches/ Cathedrals
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St John the Baptist of Pico Fort
Attraction type  Historic Sites; Architectural Buildings
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