Funchal Holidays, Portugal
Overview
In Madeira’s busy little capital, colour and nature are never far away. Stroll the Lido area, enjoy a swim in the sea or a fine meal in one of the waterfront restaurants. And don't forget a glass of the fortified wine so good they named the island after it! Nestling in a natural amphitheatre, with emerald-green hills towering 1,000 feet behind it, this city of stylish living and ancient traditions is like an open-air museum. In the Old Town, grand merchant's houses, elegant hotels and villas overlook the sea. Here, in the atmospheric core of meandering streets, you'll find first class fish restaurants and bars. Funchal’s Marina Shopping complex and Galerias de São are bright, modern malls with lots of local and international outlets while the venerable Bazar do Povo department store is a real gem. Aqua Park is popular with families and the impressive Madeira Story Centre, Funchal’s interactive museum, offers a peek into the island’s turbulent geological past. At night, the harbour’s the place to head, while the Fugitivo nightclub is renowned for its animated samba shows by a troupe of Brazilian dancers.
