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Old Funchal Walking Tour

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Funchal, Portugal
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2 hours (approx.)
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Offered in: English
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French, German
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Overview

Your 2-hour tour to the emblematic monuments of this part of the town will be guided by a former university student or a European volunteer (European Voluntary Service - part of the European Union's Erasmus+ programme) integrated in this project, developed at the University of Madeira. This will be a university project with a side that will most certainly fascinate you.

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  • Tour escort/host
  • Driver/guide
  • Transportation to/from attractions
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Rua dos Ferreiros Estrada
9000-082 Funchal, Portugal

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Colegio dos Jesuitas do Funchal

Founded by King Sebastian of Portugal in the 16th century.
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10 minutes Admission Ticket Included

Mercado dos Lavradores

The Mercado dos Lavradores ("farmers' market") is a fruit, vegetable, flower and fish market in Funchal, Madeira. The building was designed by Edmundo Tavares and opened on 24 November 1940. The facade, main entrance and fish market contain panels of tiles depicting regional themes, executed by João Rodrigues. It is divided into a number of smaller plazas and stairways that are used as sales venues.
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15 minutes Admission Ticket Free

Zona Velha

Nightlife in the Old Town is currently a great attraction where art and entertainment come together, as the streets in the area have been transformed by the work of local and foreign artists (through a project entitled “Arte de Portas Abertas”). The project represents one of the facets of urban art and culture in the city.
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20 minutes Admission Ticket Free

Assembleia Regional Da Madeira

Praça do Colombo
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5 minutes Admission Ticket Included

Funchal Cathedral

Building from 16th century served as the seat of the largest diocese in the world.
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10 minutes Admission Ticket Included

Estatua Joao Goncalves Zarco

One of the three navigators responsible for the rediscovery of the island.”
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5 minutes Admission Ticket Included

Jardim Municipal do Funchal

We then stop at the Municipal Garden for a quick visit and after the traditional Wine Lodge, before continuing to the Jesuits’ Church.
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15 minutes Admission Ticket Included

Igreja de Sao Joao Evangelista do Colegio do Funchal

The College Church, dedicated to Saint John the Evangelist, is a must see attraction in Funchal that impresses visitors with its incredible interiors, that includes Madeira's finest baroque and mannerist art pieces.
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10 minutes Admission Ticket Included

Colegio dos Jesuitas do Funchal

Loja Gaudeamus with a Wine tasting.
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10 minutes Admission Ticket Included

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Additional Info

  • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • May be operated by a multi-lingual guide
  • This tour/activity will have a maximum of 10 travelers

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Q: What is the cancellation policy for the Old Funchal Walking Tour?

A: You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund. For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the tour start time.If you cancel less than 24 hours before the tour start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.Any changes made less than 24 hours before the tour start time will not be accepted.Cut-off times are based on the tour local time (WET). Read more Apr 2025

Cancellation Policy

You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund.

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Activity code: C-10440P2

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  • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • May be operated by a multi-lingual guide
  • This tour/activity will have a maximum of 10 travelers

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