Funchal Trip Overview
Funchal is a charming sea town, renowned for its picturesque harbor, gardens and Madeira wine cellars. Its moderate subtropical weather, rich portuguese heritage, and of course, being Cristiano Ronaldo’s birthplace is the reason why it’s famous among the tourists. Admire the 15th century-old Funchal Cathedral, designed in a Gothic style. Explore Praça do Colombo, a famous square set among colonial-style houses. As you stroll through the streets of Funchal, you will be fascinated by the old lanes, wide 20th-century boulevards, and the pretty squares.
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* Duration: 2 hours
* Starts: Funchal, Portugal
* Trip Category: Cultural & Theme Tours >> Cultural Tours
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What to Expect When Visiting Funchal, Madeira, Portugal
Funchal is a charming sea town, renowned for its picturesque harbor, gardens and Madeira wine cellars. Its moderate subtropical weather, rich portuguese heritage, and of course, being Cristiano Ronaldo’s birthplace is the reason why it’s famous among the tourists. Admire the 15th century-old Funchal Cathedral, designed in a Gothic style. Explore Praça do Colombo, a famous square set among colonial-style houses. As you stroll through the streets of Funchal, you will be fascinated by the old lanes, wide 20th-century boulevards, and the pretty squares.
Itinerary
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Pass By: Funchal, Funchal, Madeira, Madeira Islands
You will learn about:
The strong-willed people from Madeira
The volcanic origin of the island
The discovery age
1424’s first settlement
Why it is called “Madeira”, or “Wood”
Álvaro Fernandes, the commander of Funchal
Christopher Columbus as one of the early settlers in Funchal
Why it was stop-over for caravels travelling between India and Europe
The famous wine of Madeira
The Portuguese fascist regime
Why it is today a autonomous region of Portugal
Cristiano Ronaldo
You will see:
Fortaleza e Palácio de São Lourenço
Jardim Municipal
Convento de Santa Clara
Church of St. John the Evangelist
Funchal Cathedral
Praça do Colombo
Farmers’ Market
Forte de São Tiago
