Old Funchal Walking Tour Discount Tickets

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Overview

Your 2-hour tour to the emblematic monuments of this part of the town will be guided by a former university student or a European volunteer (European Voluntary Service - part of the European Union's Erasmus+ programme) integrated in this project, developed at the University of Madeira. This will be a university project with a side that will most certainly fascinate you.

Meeting and Pickup

Meeting point

Inside of Madeira University Rectory, Rua dos Ferreiras opposite the court house

Language Offered

German-GUIDE

English-GUIDE

French-GUIDE

Itinerary

1. Founded by King Sebastian of Portugal in the 16th century.
Duration: 10 mins
2. The Mercado dos Lavradores ("farmers' market") is a fruit, vegetable, flower and fish market in Funchal, Madeira. The building was designed by Edmundo Tavares and opened on 24 November 1940. The facade, main entrance and fish market contain panels of tiles depicting regional themes, executed by João Rodrigues. It is divided into a number of smaller plazas and stairways that are used as sales venues.
Duration: 15 mins
3. Nightlife in the Old Town is currently a great attraction where art and entertainment come together, as the streets in the area have been transformed by the work of local and foreign artists (through a project entitled “Arte de Portas Abertas”). The project represents one of the facets of urban art and culture in the city.
Duration: 20 mins
4. Praça do Colombo
Duration: 5 mins
5. Building from 16th century served as the seat of the largest diocese in the world.
Duration: 10 mins
6. One of the three navigators responsible for the rediscovery of the island.”
Duration: 5 mins
7. We then stop at the Municipal Garden for a quick visit and after the traditional Wine Lodge, before continuing to the Jesuits’ Church.
Duration: 15 mins
8. The College Church, dedicated to Saint John the Evangelist, is a must see attraction in Funchal that impresses visitors with its incredible interiors, that includes Madeira's finest baroque and mannerist art pieces.
Duration: 10 mins
9. Loja Gaudeamus with a Wine tasting.
Duration: 10 mins

Inclusion

Tour escort/host

Driver/guide

Exclusion

Transportation to/from attractions

Cancellation Policy

Check mark icon Refundable tickets

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

Additional Info

Public transportation options are available nearby

Suitable for all physical fitness levels

May be operated by a multi-lingual guide

Supplied by Madeiran Heritage

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