Santa Cruz is known for its beaches and restaurants, and entices visitors with popular attractions including Palmeiras Beach and Santo da Serra Market.
São Vicente is known for its mountain views and gardens, and entices visitors with popular attractions including Caves of Sao Vicente and Volcanism Center and Laurisilva of Madeira.
The center of Sé is home to cultural attractions like CR7 Museum, so you might want to stop by during your stay. Hotels.com travelers also say the area is family-friendly and has lots of nice beaches. It's also full of great shops and restaurants, so you can spend the afternoon having a wander. If you want to experience more of the culture Sé has to offer, head to Madeira Casino, Funchal Marina, and Funchal Municipal Garden.
Ready for an education in local botany? Madeira Botanical Garden should make your list of places to visit, located 0.3 mi (0.5 km) from central Santa Maria Maior. Want to stretch your legs some more? Head to Pregetter's Orchid Garden, just a short walk away.
During your trip to Santa Maria Maior, you can do some window-shopping at Funchal Farmers Market. Stroll along the area's seaside, or simply savor its top-notch restaurants.
Check out reviews of Madeira Region hotels guests love
The Cliff Bay
10/10 Excellent
"For a long time I wanted to stay and did read many reviews the hotel is all people rave about and more ! Amazing balcony views and i did enjoy the view of the Port of Funchal it really has the best location in Funchal . The rooms are spacious with a very private balcony (6th floor) extremely comfortable beds. The service was excellent from everyone we met . "
Allegro Madeira - Adults Only - Member of Barceló Hotel Group
10/10 Excellent
"The hotel is ideally situated with some great views from the rooftop bar. It has a contemporary feel and there are plenty of shops and restaurants in comfortable walking distance. All the staff were extremely friendly and welcoming. I'd like to make a special mention to both Andre and Bruno, who were great conversation from behind the bar. If I come back to Madeira, this will be my first choice. "
