Like Locals: Praia and Cidade Velha Tour + Local Pontxi Tasting
Overview
Historic center of Plateau and Cidade Velha reveal the rich tapestry of Cape Verdian history and culture. This four-hour tour showcases the highlights of the first city established by Europeans in sub-Saharan Africa.
- 🗺️ Visit emblematic places filled with extraordinary stories.
- 🌍 Move like locals as you navigate through the historic sites.
- 📜 Learn about the cradle of Cape Verdian history and culture.
- ⚠️ The tour lasts four hours, ensuring an in-depth experience.
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Pickup included
- Public transportation
- Pontxi tasting
- Guiding service
- Pick up and drop off
- Entrance fees
- Personal expenses
- Lunch
- You will be picked up from your accommodation. (pass by)
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Praca Alexandre AlbuquerqueAfter being picked up from your accommodation, lead to histórical center of plateau where you will do a small walking tour through the Jaime Mota Military Barracks, passing by the Presidential Palace, the Alexandre Albuquerque Square. In the Municipal Market (closed on Sundays), meet locals, find a diversity of local fruits and vegetables.
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Mercado de SucupiraExplore the largest souvenirs market to be found in Cape Verde. After that, have a short drive toward Cidade Velha accompanied by a professional guide.
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Fortaleza Real de San FelipeYour next stop will be in cidade Velha you will do an easy walking until you reach the Real Fortress of São Felipe, Built originally to defend the city against pirate attacks, the fort makes an excellent viewing point from an altitude of 120 meters above sea level.
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Se CatedralYou will follow to The Ruins of Sé Cathedral, the first sub-Saharan African Cathedral Built by Europeans, and see anglers returning from the sea with their traditional boats full of fresh fish.
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Cidade Velha, Historic Centre of Ribeira GrandeYou will visit the former slave market in Pelourinho, the famous Banana Street with its traditional houses, the Nossa Senhora do Rosário Church, and finally, the Convent of São Francisco.
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PraiaAfter this informative and historic tour, you will return to Praia and be dropped off at your accommodation.
If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met,
you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund.