Hotels in Santa Maria Maior

If you like haggling for the best price, you might want to head out to Funchal Farmers Market in Old Town Funchal and take in the atmosphere. There are also lots of shops and restaurants in the area if you fancy a wander. Splash some more cash at La Vie Shopping Center, Avenida do Mar and Arcadas Sao Francisco Shopping Center.

Ready for an education in local botany? Madeira Botanical Garden should make your list of places to visit, located 0.3 mi (0.5 km) from central Santa Maria Maior. Want to stretch your legs a little more? Head to Pregetter's Orchid Garden, just a short walk away.

Old Town Funchal is home to Funchal-Monte Teleferico, so why not stop by during your stay in Santa Maria Maior? It's also full of great shops and restaurants, so you can spend the afternoon having a wander.

Catch an event at Madeira Stadium during your trip to Santa Maria Maior. Stroll along the seaside in this relaxing area or visit its top-notch restaurants.

After visiting Fort of Sao Tiago, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Santa Maria Maior.

Why not spend a lazy afternoon at Sao Tiago Beach during your trip to Santa Maria Maior? Stroll along this relaxing area's seaside or simply enjoy its cafes.