Santa Maria Maior is a welcoming city where you can spend time by the sea, as well as appreciating the historic sites, checking out its coffee shops and visiting the port. You can easily spend a relaxing day visiting Madeira Botanical Garden and Pregetter's Orchid Garden. There's plenty more to see, including sights like Madeira Stadium and Funchal Farmers Market.
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Hotel Porto Santa Maria
Hotel Porto Santa Maria
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (443)
The price is AU$449
includes taxes & fees
26 Feb - 27 Feb
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Funchal Farmers Market
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 Avenida do Mar, La Vie Shopping Center and Arcadas Sao Francisco Shopping Center.
Learn more about Santa Maria Maior
Santa Maria Maior, well known for its seaside and gardens, features attractions such as Madeira Botanical Garden and Madeira Stadium. Visitors to this historical city speak highly of the coffee shops whereas sights include Funchal Farmers Market and Funchal-Monte Teleferico.

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