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Visiting Funchal, Portugal


Funchal, the capital of the Madeira archipelago, was declared a city in the 1500s, and became an important point between the old and new worlds. The laid-back city owes much of its historical prominence to the white gold, the Madeiran sugar. Today Funchal is known for its appealing temperatures, wine and crafts. Top spots to visit include the open Worker's Market, Blandy's Wine Lodge and the Sacred Art Museum. Friendly locals, walkable streets and cheap taxis make the city easy to get around.

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138 Hotels & Accommodations

22 Things to Do

84 Restaurants

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Weather

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Monthly Averages
Month
High
Low
Nov
67°F 19°C
60°F 15°C
Dec
64°F 17°C
57°F 13°C
Jan
62°F 16°C
56°F 13°C
Feb
62°F 16°C
55°F 12°C
Mar
63°F 17°C
56°F 13°C
Apr
65°F 18°C
57°F 13°C
Extended Forecast
Sunday
8 Nov
Hi:
77°F 25°C
Lo:
62°F 16°C
Monday
9 Nov
Hi:
75°F 23°C
Lo:
66°F 18°C
Tuesday
10 Nov
Hi:
75°F 23°C
Lo:
66°F 18°C

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Pestana Bay Ocean Aparthotel

4 of 5 stars
Southampton _UK
7 Nov 2009

My wife and I spent two weeks at the Pestana Bay which we enjoyed. The meals and drinks were a bit too pricey though. The pool was cleaned regularly and has an attendant on hand. If you want a...more

Pestana Casino Park Hotel

5 of 5 stars
southsea, england
7 Nov 2009

Casino park is a must if staying in maderia for location. It is a short walking distance into town and has views of the port and visiting cruise liners. Maderia itself is quite hilly and can be a...more

Pestana Promenade Ocean Resort Hotel

5 of 5 stars
Lisbon, Portugal
6 Nov 2009

We spent 3 wonderful days in Pestana Promenade. It was our first time in Madeira. The hotel is brand new, so everything is impeccable. Rooms and bathrooms are spacious (in our room there were 2...more

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