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- Portuguese
- English
- French
- Spanish
Explore Praia on a guided tour of the Municipal Market and the city major historical sites. Visit Cidade Velha, a UNESCO World Heritage Site and learn about the history of slavery in the first city built by Europeans in sub-Saharan Africa.
What's Included
Meeting and pickup
If your accommodation is not listed, please send us an email with your pick-up address in Praia. Airport pick-up is not included. An additional fee will apply for travelers who require this service. A different drop-off location can be arranged if requested beforehand.
Itinerary
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1Praia
Start with pick up from your accommodation.
10 minutes • Admission ticket free -
2Praia City Hall
Depart towards the historical center of Plateau and start the walking tour through the Jaime Mota Military Barracks, Presidential Palace, Alexandre Albuquerque Square, until the Municipal Market (closed on Sundays).
40 minutes • Admission ticket free -
3Mercado de Sucupira
Here meet locals and find a diversity of local fruits and vegetables. Afterwards, explore Cape Verde's largest souvenir market, the Sucupira Market, and experience the daily life of the Cape Verdean family.
30 minutes • Admission ticket free -
4Cidade Velha
Move on to Cidade Velha, a UNESCO World Heritage Site and the first city built by Europeans in sub-Saharan Africa. Upon arrival, take a guided walking tour of the São Filipe Fortress, explore the ruins of the first Cathedral built by Europeans in Sub-Saharan Africa, the former slave market and the famous Banana Street with its thatched houses.
20 minutes • Admission ticket free -
5Fortaleza Real de San Felipe
Visit the Fortress Real the São Filipe that was built in 1587, to defend the city by the pirates attacks. Please note that the €5 per person for Fortress entrance is not included.
40 minutes • Admission ticket not included -
6Se Catedral
Discover the ruins of the first sub-Saharan African Cathedral the only one cathedral of the country,
15 minutes • Admission ticket free -
7Pelourinho
Visit the former slave market in Pilourinho, was a symbol of municipal power, on the pass.
15 minutes • Admission ticket free -
8Rue Banana
Visit the famous Banana Street with its traditional houses, and meet local fishermen.
20 minutes • Admission ticket free -
9Praia
After a memorable day, your tour ends with a drop-off at your accommodation.
20 minutes • Admission ticket free
Additional info
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- A small amount of walking is involved
- Please bring comfortable clothes, a hat and sunscreen
- Note that the Municipal Market is closed on Sundays and the Fortress closed on holidays
- No serious Medical conditions
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Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
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Cancellation Policy
- For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the experience’s start time.
- If you cancel less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
- Any changes made less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time will not be accepted.
- This experience requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund.
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You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.
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