Santiago Dimeu: Praia Historical Tour & Cidade Velha
ID: GYG1456581-2223324
Category:
Country: Chile
Duration:
04:00 hours
Description
Discover the historic heart of Praia and the UNESCO-listed Cidade Velha on a guided tour. Explore colonial landmarks, visit the Real de São Filipe Fortress, and stroll down Rua Banana.
Begin your experience with a convenient hotel pickup in Praia and head toward Plateau, the capital’s historic heart. Led by a local guide, take a walking tour past colonial landmarks including the Presidential Palace, Main Square, and the bustling Municipal Market. Next, head to Sucupira Market, renowned for its local crafts and energetic atmosphere.
Afterward, take a short drive to Cidade Velha, a UNESCO World Heritage Site recognized as the birthplace of Cape Verdean culture. Visit the iconic Real de São Filipe Fortress, built high above the coastline to defend against pirate raids.
Continue your walking tour past the historical ruins of the Sé Cathedral and down Rua Banana, famous for its preserved stone cottages topped with thatched roofs. See the historic Pillory in the village square and pass by the shoreline to observe daily fishing activities before enjoying a smooth transfer back to your accommodation in Praia.
Highlights
- Discover the historic heart of Praia on a guided walking tour
- Visit the UNESCO-listed Cidade Velha and learn about its history
- Explore the Real de São Filipe Fortress and admire coastal views
- Stroll down Rua Banana and see its preserved stone cottages
- Enjoy a convenient hotel pickup and drop-off in Praia
Guiding languages
IMPORTANT INFORMATION
Comfortable walking shoes
Water
Sun protection (sunscreen, hat, or sunglasses)
Cash (for the €5 / 500 CVE entrance fee to the Fortress and personal purchases)
INCLUDED
- Hotel pick-up in Praia
- Walking tour of Plateau
- Visit to Presidential Palace
- Visit to Main Square
- Visit to Municipal Market
- Visit to Sucupira Market
- Visit to Cidade Velha
- Visit to Real de São Filipe Fortress
- Visit to Sé Cathedral ruins
- Walk down Rua Banana
- Visit to historic Pillory
- Observation of fishing activities
- Transfer back to accommodation in Praia
NOT INCLUDED
- Entrance fee to the Real de São Filipe Fortress (€5 / 500 CVE per person)
- Food and drinks
- Personal expenses and gratuities
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.
