Car Hire Funchal

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Car hire Funchal

Car Hire in Funchal

As an independent comparer of prices in worldwide car hire, EasyTerra Car Hire offers convenient rates and an easy to use-system. In a city like Funchal, a hire car is easily arranged. The extensive system of EasyTerra compares rates of local car hire companies, in order to provide you with the most competitive rate. Funchal is the capital of the autonomous region Madeira in Portugal, near the coast of Morocco. The city is known for its flowers. Funchal is often referred to as 'little Lisbon' due to its steep cobblestone roads and the stately appearance. The island is 19 kilometres wide and 56 kilometres in length, making it easy to explore with the use of a hire car. Madeira Airport or on of three offices downtown can be used to pick up and deliver the hire car.

Travelling by hire car in Funchal

The three most important parts of the city can be reached easily through the Avenida do mar. In the west one can find the popular tourist attractions and many hotels. In the east lies the Zona Velha. This is the historical city centre, consisting of an idyllic network of streets and old fishermen's houses. The centre of contemporary Funchal is dominated by historical buildings. Three of the main sights in the Funchal include:

• the Sé cathedral. It was completed in 1514 and is one of the few structures of Madeira that is still in one piece
• Museu de Arte Sacra (in Portugese). Besides religious art, Flemish paintings and sculptures can be found here
• Praça do Município. This square is paved with white and black tiles in a pattern. At the square is the 18th century city hall (Câmara Municipal)

Funchal is situated at the volcanic Madeira, loved by hiking and outdoor enthusiasts en those who enjoy the sun. Numerous attractions and areas of interest can be reached easily when in possession of a hire car. Some of these include:

• Santana. This town is known for its characteristic triangular houses with reed roofs and an abundancy of colours
• Monte (images), a popular attraction on Madeira. This town has a beautiful public garden and a church that can be visited. Furthermore, there is a 4 kilometres descent from Monte to Funchal, which can be done with a wooden sled ride

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Booking through EasyTerra entails the following advantages:

• A clear presentation of up-to-date tariffs from well-established car hire companies.
• Worlwide coverage.
• No cancellation or conversion fee (when cancelled or modified within 48 hours prior to departure).
• Multiple pick-up and drop-off locations for your hire car.

EasyTerra Car Hire compares prices of well-established, local car hire companies in order to provide the most advantageous tariffs for hire cars. This way, the most up-to-date and useful information is always at your fingertips.