Praia: Plateau and Cidade Velha Guided Tour

Praia: Plateau and Cidade Velha Guided Tour

Name: Praia: Plateau and Cidade Velha Guided Tour
Address: Cape Verde

Explore Praia on a guided tour Visit Cidade Velha, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, and learn about the history of slavery in the first city built by Europeans in sub-Saharan Africa.

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Highlights

Explore the birthplace of the Cape Verdean nation and culture in Cidade Velha
Discover the ruins of the first sub-Saharan African Cathedral in Cidade Velha
Visit the Municipal Market and meet the locals while exploring the Plateau
Enjoy a delicious lunch with a view of the sea at a typical local restaurant
See the city's major historical sites, including the Royal Fortress of São Filipe

Description

Head to the historic center of the Plateau and begin the walking tour through the Jaime Mota Military Barracks, passing by the Presidential Palace and Alexandre Albuquerque Square. Visit the municipal market (closed on Sundays), meet the locals, and find a diverse range of local fruits and vegetables. Explore Cape Verde's largest flee market, the Sucupira Market. Next, visit the highlights of Cidade Velha, a World Heritage Site that represents the cradle of the Cape Verdean nation and culture. Arriving, your first visit will be to the Royal Fortress of São Filipe. Originally built to defend the city from pirate attacks, the fort provides 121 meters above sea level. Then, explore the ruins of the first cathedral in sub-Saharan Africa and see the fishermen returning from the water with their traditional boats full of fresh fish. Head to the old slave market of Pelourinho, the famous Banana Street with its traditional houses, the Church of Nossa Senhora do Rosário, and finally the Convent of São Francisco. At lunch, enjoy the peaceful atmosphere of the city and taste the local gastronomy in a typical restaurant with a sea view. The tour concludes with drop-off at your hotel in Praia.

Includes

Hotel pickup and drop-off Guided tour of Praia and Cidade Velha Visit to the Municipal Market Visit to Sucupira Market All entrance fees (Royal Fortress, Sé Cathedral and Convent of São Francisco) Guiding service (English, French, Portuguese and Spanish)

Important Information

The municipal market is closed on Sundays Wear comfortable walking shoes and sun protection Bring water to stay hydrated Camera is recommended for capturing the scenic views