Free museums in Funchal

The Henrique and Francisco Franco Museum is a Portuguese modern art museum located in downtown Funchal, on the island of Madeira. It is dedicated to the works of the Franco brothers, Henrique and Francisco, who were both natives of Madeira. Henrique was a painter and Francisco was a sculptor, and their works form the core of the museum's collection.

The São Lourenço Palace, located in the historic center of Funchal, in the Autonomous Region of Madeira, is a significant landmark with a dual function as a palace and fortress. It currently serves as the official residence of the Representative of the Republic in the archipelago. This monumental complex is considered the best and most imposing example of civil and military architecture on the island of Madeira.

The City of Sugar Museum in Funchal is a unique institution that pays homage to the golden period of the Sugar Cycle on the island of Madeira. The museum showcases the cultural and artistic influences that this historical period brought to the island. It provides a fascinating insight into the island's history and the impact of the sugar trade on its development.