Fortaleza Real de São Filipe
Cidade Velha
A fortress in Cidade Velha, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, close to Praia.
Best for: History lovers
- Google Maps: 4.4/5 · 1,016 reviews · checked on 2026-10-30
What to do in Praia, Cape Verde
Start with the Plateau and Sucupira market, and keep a day for Cidade Velha, a UNESCO World Heritage Site.
Updated on 2026-10-30
Praia de Quebra Canela
Quebra Canela
A city beach scoring at least 4.0 on both sources.
Best for: A beach day in the city
- Google Maps: 4.5/5 · 431 reviews · checked on 2026-10-30
- Tripadvisor: 4/5 · 111 reviews · checked on 2026-10-30
Farol Dona Maria Pia
Praia
A historic lighthouse, well rated on both sources.
Best for: A short visit with sea views
- Google Maps: 4.4/5 · 307 reviews · checked on 2026-10-30
- Tripadvisor: 4/5 · 200 reviews · checked on 2026-10-30
Bu Country Tours
Santiago
The most-reviewed operator we checked, with a high score.
Best for: Guided tours on Santiago
- Google Maps: 4.7/5 · 109 reviews · checked on 2026-10-30
Kapverden Tours
Next to Sucupira market
A tour operator with a high score and at least 50 reviews.
Best for: Organised tours from Praia
- Google Maps: 4.8/5 · 50 reviews · checked on 2026-10-30
Praiatur
Plateau
A travel agency in the historic centre.
Best for: Arranging your trip with a local agency
- Google Maps: 4.3/5 · 69 reviews · checked on 2026-10-30
Practical tips
- In the centre, start with the Plateau: Praça Alexandre Albuquerque, Rua 5 de Julho and the Ethnographic Museum are close together. Sucupira market is the other must-see.
- With more days, Tarrafal, in the north of Santiago, makes a good day trip.
- Keep a day for Cidade Velha, or combine it with the city on a guided tour.
- Check entry prices and opening hours before you go, as they can change.