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- Take the Funchal cable car to the Botanical Gardens. One of the best and most popular things to do in Funchal is taking the panoramic cable car from the cable car station in Funchal city center to the village of Monte, lying 580 meters above sea level.
- Take an adventurous wicker toboggan ride. As I said in the previous section, one way of getting back after you have taken the Funchal cable car and reached the Monte village is by taking a ride on the famous Funchal wicker toboggans, better known as ‘Monte sleds’.
- Take a walking tour of Funchal City. There’s no better way to explore Funchal than taking a walking tour through its cobbled streets, traditional houses, and Funchal Bay, while you learn about the history of the Island’s capital city and Madeira itself.
- Learn about Cristiano Ronaldo’s life at his museum. If you are a huge fan of the football legend Cristiano Ronaldo, you probably already know that Funchal is his hometown, so this is your chance to visit the CR7 Museum, where you’ll learn about his life story, achievements, and see memorabilia, trophies and more!
1 day ago · Things to do in Funchal, Madeira. With beautiful old buildings featuring Portuguese mosaic tiles, cute cobbled streets, and a tranquil Lisbon-like atmosphere, Funchal is a must-see on your Madeira itinerary.
May 10, 2024 · CR7 Museum in Funchal, Portugal 9. Funchal Lido. Popular with locals and tourists alike, Funchal Lido has a fantastic location overlooking the Mediterranean sea. The Lido holds the coveted Blue Flag badge symbolizing environmental quality. There are several salt water outdoor pools, a solarium and plenty of lounging areas next to the rocks.
May 18, 2024 · 16. Get into the football craze at Estádio do Marítimo stadium. Source: Photo by user MiguelCMuela used under CC BY-SA 4.0. A multi-purpose stadium in Funchal, Estádio do Marítimo is used mostly now for football matches and can hold up to 8,922 people.
6 days ago · Strolling through these historical nucleuses means getting to know the history of Madeira a little better, particularly of Funchal, by travelling back in time and enjoying its cultural, historical and museological heritage. From the flourishing 'sugar town' of the 15 th and 16 th centuries, many buildings have survived until today.
May 20, 2024 · It is situated between the Teleferico Funchal (Cable Car) and Monumento aos 500 anos da Diocese do Funchal. With the Atlantic Ocean in front and the hills of Funchal behind, could not ask for a better setting. It is definitely not an Olympic standard Park, a bit basic, but it has a number of ramps and runs.
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May 11, 2024 · It Is a great time for all day. 34. Igreja de São Pedro. The walls of the Church are decorated with 17th Century tiles, which themselves are adorned with paintings in heavily... 35. Quinta da Boa Vista Orchid Garden. For the price, this is worth a visit, to marvel at the variety of colour and shape of orchids.
