Praia City: Old Town Tour with Local Rum Experience Cidade da Praia: Old Town Tour with Local Rum Experience

Explore Praia and Cidade Velha on an authentic tour with Farol Maria Pia, Rua das Artes, Sucupira, and grogue tasting. History, culture, and local life in an unforgettable experience.
FULL DESCRIPTION

Enjoy a complete experience between the capital Praia and the historic Cidade Velha, a UNESCO World Heritage Site. This tour combines history, local life, tradition, breathtaking views, and the authentic taste of grogue—the most iconic drink of Cape Verde.

PART 1 – EXPLORE PRAIA
Maria Pia Lighthouse

The tour kicks off with a visit to the iconic Maria Pia Lighthouse, a strategic point with magnificent views of the ocean, the city, and the bay.

Terra Branca – Local Life

We'll continue through Terra Branca, one of the capital's most dynamic neighborhoods, where you can feel the true rhythm of everyday Cape Verdean life with breathtaking graphic paintings.

Arts Street

Stop at the famous Rua das Artes, where local artists exhibit paintings, sculptures, and crafts. It's a great spot for photos and to get in touch with Cape Verdean creativity.

Sucupira Market

Discover the country's largest popular market, a vibrant labyrinth of colors, flavors, and local commerce. A unique cultural experience.

Downtown Praia – Plateau

Take a stroll through the city's historic heart: Alexandre Albuquerque Square, colonial buildings, old streets, and the history of independence.

PART 2 – OLD CITY EXPERIENCE

We'll head down to Cidade Velha, the first colonial city built by the Portuguese and the birthplace of Cape Verde.

Royal Fortress of São Filipe

An impressive panorama over the entire village, with an explanation of the history of the defense of the old capital.

Banana Street & Church of Nossa Senhora do Rosário and Pelourinho

Witness this central historical symbol in the era of the Atlantic routes and ancient trade.

Exclusive Experience - Grogue Tasting

Visit a local producer and learn how grogue is made. Enjoy a guided tasting (traditional grogue + derived liqueurs), where you can have lunch to the rhythm of Cape Verde.
Head back to your lodging.
This experience is what makes the tour unique.

To guarantee availability book as soon as possible. Early booking is worth consideration especially if you planning the trip during high season like public holidays or weekends.

This excursion you can cancel with no cost up to 24 hours before the start of the trip. If you cancel it after 24 hours or not show up on the excursion you will still be charged the full price of the activity. Being late on pick-up or departure will be considered as not showing up.