Discover the rich history of Cidade Velha, a World Heritage Site and the birthplace of Cape Verdean culture. Explore the city’s highlights and learn about colonization and slavery in Cape Verde.
Discover the rich history of Cidade Velha, a World Heritage Site and the birthplace of Cape Verdean culture. Explore the city’s highlights and learn about colonization and slavery in Cape Verde.
- Praia - Get picked up from your accommodation and travel towards Cidade Velha.
- Cidade Velha - Explore the highlights of Cidade Velha, a World Heritage Site that represents the cradle of Cape Verdean nation and culture.
- Convento de Sao Francisco - The Convent of São Francisco was built in the 17th century, and it has served as housing…
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Praia - Get picked up from your accommodation and travel towards Cidade Velha.
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Cidade Velha - Explore the highlights of Cidade Velha, a World Heritage Site that represents the cradle of Cape Verdean nation and culture.
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Convento de Sao Francisco - The Convent of São Francisco was built in the 17th century, and it has served as housing for the Franciscan order and a training center for priests.
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Nossa Senhora do Rosário church - The first historical monument to be built in Cape Verde. It is an important church visited by columbus and Vasco da Gama before sailing on to remote lands.
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Cidade Velha, Historic Centre of Ribeira Grande - At lunch, enjoy the peaceful atmosphere of the city and taste local delights in a typical restaurant right on the seafront.
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Rue Banana - Visit the famous Banana Street with its traditional houses. It was the first street to be urbanized by the Portuguese in the tropics.
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Pelourinho - Meet local fishermen and learn the history of slavery at the former slave market in Pillory.
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Se Catedral - Explore the ruins of the first Cathedral built by Europeans in Sub-Saharan Africa, followed by a panoramic view of the city center’s colonial buildings from the top of Calhau fishing bay.
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Fortaleza Real de San Felipe - Take a guided walking tour of the São Felipe Fortress and discover the ancient system of defense against pirate attacks.
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Praia - The tour finishes with drop-off back to your hotel in Praia.
- Liability insurance included
- Expert tour guide provided
- Convenient pickup and drop-off at your accommodation in Praia or Cidade Velha
- Transportation arranged for the entire tour
- Liability insurance included
- Expert tour guide provided
- Convenient pickup and drop-off at your accommodation in Praia or Cidade Velha
- Transportation arranged for the entire tour
- Lunch
- Entrance fee (€5 for São Filipe Fortress)
- Lunch
- Entrance fee (€5 for São Filipe Fortress)
Discover Cidade Velha, the first city established by Europeans in sub-Saharan Africa and a designated World Heritage Site. Known as the birthplace of Cape Verde’s society and heritage, a visit to the city offers an opportunity to broaden your understanding of the nation’s colonization and slavery history. Also, don’t miss out on the key points of…
Discover Cidade Velha, the first city established by Europeans in sub-Saharan Africa and a designated World Heritage Site. Known as the birthplace of Cape Verde’s society and heritage, a visit to the city offers an opportunity to broaden your understanding of the nation’s colonization and slavery history. Also, don’t miss out on the key points of interest within the city.
- Children must be accompanied by an adult
- Please bring comfortable clothes and shoes, a hat and sunscreen
- A moderate walking is involved
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
