The Mysteries of Funchal Walking Tour

The Mysteries of Funchal Walking Tour

Visit the English neighborhood, the manor houses of the Maderians and the beautiful landscapes. Go visit the Saint Claire's Monastery and the Church of St. Peter. See the magnificent Quinta das Cruzes viewpoint.

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Stop At: Holy Trinity Church, Rua do Quebra Costas, 18 English Church, Funchal, Madeira 9000-039 Portugal

The church has stood for 185 years and is a vibrant part of life for dozens of English-speaking residents on the island and for many thousands of people from all countries of the world. An amazing venue in a beautiful setting for weddings concerts & music events for visitors and locals alike.

Duration: 10 minutes

Stop At: Manor Estate of the Crosses Museum (Quinta das Cruzes), Calcada Pico 1, Funchal, Madeira 9000-206 Portugal

At Quinta das Cruzes Garden, visitors can admire archaeological sculptures, including a tombstone that, according to tradition, covers the mortal remains of “Henry the German”. In the centre of the garden there are two magnificent 16th-century Manueline windows sculpted in basalt.

Duration: 10 minutes

Stop At: Santa Clara Convent, Calcada Santa Clara 15, Funchal, Madeira 9000-036 Portugal

The Santa Clara Convent was built in the late 16th century, by order of the second captain-major of Madeira Island, João Gonçalves da Câmara, in the vicinity of his father's residence, to gather the daughters of the local nobility.

Duration: 45 minutes

Stop At: Colegio dos Jesuitas do Funchal, Rua dos Ferreiros, Funchal, Madeira 9000-082 Portugal

The old Jesuits' College of Funchal, now the University of Madeira's rectory, has witnessed more than four centuries of History. Now it is the focal point for exhibitions, tours and several services available to our visitors.

Duration: 20 minutes