Mercado dos Lavradores

Mercado dos Lavradores is a large marketplace building in central Funchal that combines traditional Portuguese design with early 20th-century architectural features. The structure houses multiple halls where fresh produce, fish, crafts, and local goods are displayed and sold.

The building opened as the city's main supply center in 1940, designed by architect Edmundo Tavares. Its construction reflected the period when Funchal was modernizing its urban infrastructure.

The market reflects local craftsmanship and agricultural traditions, with artisans selling handmade goods alongside farmers and fishmongers working their daily routines. This blend of occupations shows how the community has organized its food and craft supply for generations.

The market is best visited in early morning hours when fishmongers display their catch and the selection is fullest. The location is easy to reach and parking is available nearby.

The building features decorative tile panels made by the Faience Battistini factory and painted with motifs depicting the region. These handcrafted tiles are a distinctive detail that many visitors overlook.

Location: Santa Maria Maior

Inception: November 25, 1940

Architects: Edmundo Tavares

Floors above the ground: 3

Accessibility: Ograniczony dostęp dla wózków inwalidzkich

Color: #f5f5dc

Address: Rua Brigadeiro Oudinot

Opening Hours: Poniedziałek-Piątek 07:00-19:00; Sobota 07:00-14:00

Phone: +351291214080

Email: unidade.mercados@funchal.pt

Website: http://mercados.cm-funchal.pt

GPS coordinates: 32.64866,-16.90381

Latest update: December 13, 2025 21:35