Galerias São Lourenço (St. Lawrence Galleries ), Funchal
St. Lawrence Galleries (Galerias São Lourenço), situated in the heart of Funchal, occupies one of the most picturesque and charming buildings in the city. The galleries can be accessed via Arriaga Avenue (Avenida Arriaga) or See Avenue (Avenida do Mar). The complex houses 22 stores, ranging from apparel and footwear to luggage and fashion accessories, hairdressing, costume jewelry, catering, a supermarket, technology, stationery, a bookstore, tobacconist, leisure, souvenirs, mountaineering, and children's goods.
Beyond being a mere shopping center, St. Lawrence Galleries is a destination worth visiting. It serves as a delightful hub where visitors can find everything they need while receiving excellent service from stores that have been an integral part of the city's history. A visit here means immersing in the essence of traditional quality commerce.
Beyond being a mere shopping center, St. Lawrence Galleries is a destination worth visiting. It serves as a delightful hub where visitors can find everything they need while receiving excellent service from stores that have been an integral part of the city's history. A visit here means immersing in the essence of traditional quality commerce.
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Galerias São Lourenço (St. Lawrence Galleries ) on Map
Sight Name: Galerias São Lourenço (St. Lawrence Galleries )
Sight Location: Funchal, Portugal (See walking tours in Funchal)
Sight Type: Museum/Gallery
Sight Location: Funchal, Portugal (See walking tours in Funchal)
Sight Type: Museum/Gallery
Walking Tours in Funchal, Portugal
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Creating your own self-guided walk in Funchal is easy and fun. Choose the city attractions that you want to see and a walk route map will be created just for you. You can even set your hotel as the start point of the walk.
Funchal Introduction Walking Tour
Empress Elisabeth of Austria spent time in Funchal in the late 19th century seeking rest and relief from illness. She reportedly referred to Madeira as “the island of eternal spring.”
Funchal, the capital of Madeira, traces its origins to the early decades of Portuguese expansion in the Atlantic. The island was officially settled in the early 15th century after captains serving Portuguese... view more
Tour Duration: 1 Hour(s)
Travel Distance: 2.0 Km or 1.2 Miles
Funchal, the capital of Madeira, traces its origins to the early decades of Portuguese expansion in the Atlantic. The island was officially settled in the early 15th century after captains serving Portuguese... view more
Tour Duration: 1 Hour(s)
Travel Distance: 2.0 Km or 1.2 Miles
Monte Walking Tour
Monte, a spectacular hilltop area 550 meters above sea level in the northeast of Funchal, is a favored destination for many tourists visiting Madeira. Getting to and from Monte – up on the cable car and down on an exhilarating dry toboggan run – is only half the fun. The other half is exploring the unique blend of natural beauty and cultural attractions found in the area.
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Tour Duration: 1 Hour(s)
Travel Distance: 0.4 Km or 0.2 Miles
One of the... view more
Tour Duration: 1 Hour(s)
Travel Distance: 0.4 Km or 0.2 Miles




