Guided tour

Funchal: Old Town Walking Tour

4.8  / 52000 reviews
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Guided tour
Funchal: Old Town Walking Tour
4.8  / 52000 reviews
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Learn about the history of Funchal and Madeira on a guided walk through the city’s medieval center. Visit the farmer's market, the Campo Almirante Reis, the Fortress of St. James, and a number of other sites as your guide provides commentary.

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Duration 2 hours
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Live tour guide
English, German, French
Wheelchair accessible
Small group
Limited to 8 participants

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Elizabeth – United Kingdom

Our guide, Len, was extremely knowledgeable and informative. He was friendly and sociable and we enjoyed the 2 hours spent with him very much indeed. They only ever have a small group and on this particular day there were just the two of us ( it was the 12 o'clock tour so maybe everyone else was having lunch).

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Elizabeth – United Kingdom
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Neil – United Kingdom

Alexandra was a knowledgeable and enthusiastic guide, and told us many interesting facts about the history of Funchal / Madeira. The tour was 90 minutes and we had time to explore individual sites (churches etc).

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Neil – United Kingdom

Experience

Highlights

  • Take a guided walk through the medieval center of Funchal
  • Hear about the history of Funchal and Madeira from your guide
  • Explore the city's medieval heart

Full description

Meet your guide at Jesuit's College of Funchal, Madeira University to begin this 2-hour guided walking tour of Funchal. Learn how the history of Madeira and Funchal shaped the city centre as you visit the most important points of interest. Travel down the 19th century public walkway between the Municipal Theatre and the Cathedral, where sugarcane was first planted in Madeira, during the 15th century. Explore the city’s medieval heart dating from the Golden Age of Sugar and discover the beautiful 17th century religious monuments. Visit the ruins of the old Pilory Square and other remnants from past floods and the area damaged by the Great Fire of Funchal in 1584. This tour helps to support students at the University of Madeira who are facing financial difficulties.  

Includes

  • Guided walking tour
  • Hotel pick-up and drop off
  • Food and beverages
  • Any personal expenses

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Meeting point

Meet your guide inside of Jesuit's College of Funchal, Madeira University, next to D'Oliveiras Madeira Wine to begin the tour.

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Important information

What to bring

  • Comfortable shoes

Not allowed

  • Luggage or large bags

Know before you go

  • Your walking tour will be guided by a former university student or European volunteer that is participating in the Erasmus+ program History Tellers project, developed at the University of Madeira. This project has an important solidarity component
  • Be sure to wear comfortable shoes
  • The History Tellers tours are 2 hours long, starting at 10:00 AM, 12:00 PM, 2:00 PM, or 4:00 PM, Monday to Friday. They are available in Portuguese, English, French, German, and Spanish

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based on 2000 reviews

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  • Value for money
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  • Service
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  • Organization
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Elizabeth – United KingdomDecember 7, 2024  – Verified booking
Our guide, Len, was extremely knowledgeable and informative. He was friendly and sociable and we enjoyed the 2 hours spent with him very much indeed. They only ever have a small group and on this particular day there were just the two of us ( it was the 12 o'clock tour so maybe everyone else was having lunch).
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Neil – United KingdomNovember 22, 2024  – Verified booking
Alexandra was a knowledgeable and enthusiastic guide, and told us many interesting facts about the history of Funchal / Madeira. The tour was 90 minutes and we had time to explore individual sites (churches etc).
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Maridania – FranceDecember 3, 2024  – Verified booking
Alexandra was the nicest She took us to some very nice spots and was very prepared about portuguese and madeiran history and culture I recommend this tour! :)
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Product ID: 70346

Activity provider:Madeiran Heritage

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