Funchal

Funchal is the capital and largest city of the Autonomous Region of Madeira, Portugal, located on the southern coast of Madeira Island in the North Atlantic Ocean at approximately 32 degrees north latitude. The city is an outermost region of the European Union and has served as the archipelago's administrative and cultural center since its founding in the 15th century. This guide was compiled by the ToursXplorer Editorial Team using destination knowledge current to 2025.

Destination: Funchal, Madeira, Portugal | Region: Atlantic Islands | Content Type: Travel Guide | Audience: International Travelers | Season Relevance: Year-Round