Downtown Funchal: A Self-Guided Audio Tour Through the Old City
Overview
Wander along worn cobblestone roads, picturesque coastlines, and down alleyways filled with mystery on this self-guided walking tour through downtown Funchal. Along the way, you’ll see historical sites and the iconic Old Town known to locals as “Zona Velha”.
You’ll visit Madeira’s only cathedral, the city’s oldest wine cellar, the Jesuit Church in all its splendor, Fort São Tiago, and other lesser-known, but equally worth landmarks. By the end of this tour, you’ll understand what all the fuss surrounding white gold was about, and the role Madeira played in the signing of the United States Declaration of Independence.
Highlights on this tour include:
• Sé Cathedral
• Mercado dos Lavradores
• D'Oliveiras Wine Cellar
• Fort São Tiago
• CR 7 Museum
• The Old City Ruins
On this walk through downtown Funchal, meet the movers and shakers that transformed the city. Downloading the tour onto the VoiceMap app to enjoy the tour on location or virtually at home.
What's Included
- VoiceMap App for Android and iOS
- Lifetime access to this tour in English
- Offline access to audio, maps, and geodata
- Food/Drink
- Smartphone and headphones
- Tickets or entrance fees to any museums or other attractions en route
- Transportation
Meeting Location
Avenida Sá Carneiro
9000-017 Funchal, Portugal
Detailed check-in instructions, including the exact address, are provided with your booking confirmation.
Avenida Zarco
9000-000 Funchal, Portugal
The tour ends with a beautiful view of the Palácio de São Lourenço
What To Expect
Palacio de Sao Lourenco (Pass By)
Estatua Joao Goncalves Zarco (Pass By)
Funchal Cathedral (Pass By)
Igreja de Sao Joao Evangelista do Colegio do Funchal (Pass By)
Pereira d’Oliveira (Pass By)
Fábrica Santo Antonio (Pass By)
Farmers' Market (Pass By)
Corpo Santo Chapel (Pass By)
Forte de São Tiago (Pass By)
Sítio Arqueológico do Pelourinho / Forte de São Filipe (Pass By)
Portas Da Cidade (city Gates) (Pass By)
Additional Info
- Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
Frequently Asked Questions
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Activity code: C-110804P422
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