Santiago Island: Best of Praia & Cidade Velha Tour, a World Heritage Site

Start with pick up from your accommodation.

Depart towards the historical center of Plateau and start the walking tour through the Jaime Mota Military Barracks, Presidential Palace, Alexandre Albuquerque Square, until the Municipal Market (closed on Sundays).

Here meet locals and find a diversity of local fruits and vegetables. Afterwards, explore Cape Verde's largest souvenir market, the Sucupira Market, and experience the daily life of the Cape Verdean family.

Move on to Cidade Velha, a UNESCO World Heritage Site and the first city built by Europeans in sub-Saharan Africa. Upon arrival, take a guided walking tour of the São Filipe Fortress, explore the ruins of the first Cathedral built by Europeans in Sub-Saharan Africa, the former slave market and the famous Banana Street with its thatched houses.

Visit the Fortress Real the São Filipe that was built in 1587, to defend the city by the pirates attacks. Please note that the €5 per person for Fortress entrance is not included.

Discover the ruins of the first sub-Saharan African Cathedral the only one cathedral of the country,

Visit the former slave market in Pilourinho, was a symbol of municipal power, on the pass.

Visit the famous Banana Street with its traditional houses, and meet local fishermen.

After a memorable day, your tour ends with a drop-off at your accommodation.