The Madeira Story Centre resides in the city’s heart: Zona Velha do Funchal (Funchal Old Town).
The museum gives us an overview of Madeira’s history and culture. In addition to the museum, we find a typical restaurant and a regional crafts shop.
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The museum gives us an overview of Madeira’s history and culture. In addition to the museum, we find a typical restaurant and a regional crafts shop.
For a touristic city route, see Funchal Madeira Things To Do. To discover the main attractions in Madeira, click Best Things To Do In Madeira.
Location
Address: Rua Dom Carlos I 27, 9060-051 Funchal
Contacts
Phone: 291639081
Email: info@madeirastorycentre.com
Opening Hours
The opening hours are: 09:00 – 19:00 every day.
Madeira Story Centre Museum
The Madeira Story Centre Museum is interactive and carefully designed to provide visitors with an unforgettable experience.
The exhibition is organized chronologically into phases. We embark on a fascinating journey, exploring Madeira’s volcanic origin, Portuguese discovery, and Funchal development.
Duration
Approximately 40 minutes.
Entrance Price
€5 per adult.
Restaurant
We discovered on the third floor a terrace with an incredible view. The food is well-seasoned, and the staff is incredibly courteous.
The restaurant seats over 200 people and serves traditional Madeiran cuisine. Try here the traditional drink Poncha. The average price per person is 25 euros.
Things to do nearby
A few meters away are the city’s Cable Car, Santa Maria Street, the Farmers’ Markets (Mercado dos Lavradores), and São Tiago Fort.
Funchal – Monte Cable Car
Looking for an easy way to see the best of the city? Try the cable car!
The service connects the city’s old town to the lofty Monte parish in just a few minutes.
Breathtaking views! We can even see Porto Santo island (on a clear day).
Monte is home to the exotic Monte Palace Madeira Garden.
Santa Maria Street
One of the oldest streets on Madeira island, Santa Maria Street is known for its decorated art street doors.
There are many traditional restaurants in this area.
Farmers’ Markets
The Farmers’ Market opened in 1940. We find many fresh products, including exotic fruits, vegetables, flowers, and fish.
You can buy souvenirs such as Madeira wine and embroidered tablecloths.
São Tiago Fort
São Tiago forte, also known as Santiago Fort, is a seaside fortification in the old town.
Built in 1614 to protect the bay from pirates and privateers. Expanded in the 18th century. Now, with a popular restaurant inside.
