Hotels near Sao Tiago Beach

If you like haggling for the best price, you might want to head out to Funchal Farmers Market in Old Town Funchal and take in the atmosphere. There are also lots of shops and restaurants in the area if you fancy a wander. Splash some more cash at Avenida do Mar, La Vie Shopping Center and Arcadas Sao Francisco Shopping Center.

If you're planning a bit of sightseeing during your trip, head to Town Square – just one of the monuments in central Funchal. You could also start your cultural experience by heading over to the museums in the area. It's also full of great shops and restaurants, so you can spend the afternoon having a wander.

Explore the great outdoors at Funchal Municipal Garden, a lovely green space in Funchal. Visit the area's shops or amble around its picturesque gardens.

After visiting Fort of Sao Tiago, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Santa Maria Maior.

Why not spend a lazy afternoon at Complexo Balnear Barreirinha during your trip to Santa Maria Maior? Wander through the picturesque gardens and seaside in this relaxing area.

Old Town Funchal is home to Funchal-Monte Teleferico, so why not stop by during your stay in Santa Maria Maior? It's also full of great shops and restaurants, so you can spend the afternoon having a wander.