Praia: Guided City Walking Tour
ID: GYG896355-1406731
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Country: Chile
Country: Chile
Duration: 02:00 hours
Description
Discover the historic center of the Plateau on a guided walking tour of Praia. Visit the Santa Maria Fort, the Jaime Mota Military Barracks, and the Presidential Palace.
Get picked up from your accommodation in Praia, then head to the historic center of the Plateau and begin the walking tour from Santa Maria Fort. Take stunning pictures from the top surrounded by big cannons installed to protect the city from pirate attacks.
Continue to the Jaime Mota Military Barracks, passing by the Presidential Palace and Alexandre Albuquerque Square. At the Municipal Market (closed on Sundays), meet the locals and find a variety of local fruits and vegetables.
Next, explore Cape Verde's largest flee market, the Sucupira Market. There, find a little bit of everything and experience the daily life of the families: Cabo Verde, Senegal, Guinea Bissau, Ivory Coast among others.
The tour concludes with drop-off at your accommodation in Praia.
Get picked up from your accommodation in Praia, then head to the historic center of the Plateau and begin the walking tour from Santa Maria Fort. Take stunning pictures from the top surrounded by big cannons installed to protect the city from pirate attacks.
Continue to the Jaime Mota Military Barracks, passing by the Presidential Palace and Alexandre Albuquerque Square. At the Municipal Market (closed on Sundays), meet the locals and find a variety of local fruits and vegetables.
Next, explore Cape Verde's largest flee market, the Sucupira Market. There, find a little bit of everything and experience the daily life of the families: Cabo Verde, Senegal, Guinea Bissau, Ivory Coast among others.
The tour concludes with drop-off at your accommodation in Praia.
Highlights
- Discover the historic center of the Plateau and the Santa Maria Fort
- Visit the Jaime Mota Military Barracks and the Presidential Palace
- Explore the Municipal Market and the Sucupira Market
- Learn about the local culture and daily life of the people of Cape Verde
Guiding languages
IMPORTANT INFORMATION
The Municipal Market is closed on Sundays
Wear comfortable shoes for walking
Bring water and sunscreen to stay hydrated and protected from the sun
I will meet you at the cross symbol (cruzeiro) in Plateau near the Post Office, where you can see the cannons.
Wear comfortable shoes for walking
Bring water and sunscreen to stay hydrated and protected from the sun
I will meet you at the cross symbol (cruzeiro) in Plateau near the Post Office, where you can see the cannons.
INCLUDED
- Walking tour of Plateau historic center
- Visit to Santa Maria Fort, Jaime Mota Military Barracks, and Presidential Palace
- Exploration of Municipal Market and Sucupira Market
NOT INCLUDED
- Drinks and lunch
- Personal expenses
- Pick up and Drop off
When should I book?
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.
Cancellations
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.