Praia & Cidade Velha

Discover the capital Praia and the historic town of Cidade Velha with Bakadi Dreams – a UNESCO World Heritage Site and the first town founded by Europeans south of the Sahara. This half-day tour takes you to the key sights and tells the eventful history of Cape Verde, from colonial architecture and colourful markets to imposing fortresses. You are collected right at the Praia cruise terminal, just a 4-5 minute walk from the ship.

Tour Highlights

  • Explore Praia, the economic and political capital of Cape Verde
  • Visit Cidade Velha, the first European-built town in the tropics south of the Sahara
  • Dive into colourful markets and colonial history
  • Comfortable transfer with a certified English-speaking guide and an on-time return to your ship

Highlights of Cidade Velha

The historic town lies just 15 kilometres west of the capital. Indeed, UNESCO listed it as World Heritage in 2009. Moreover, you stroll the old Rua Banana and admire the royal fortress above the bay. Discover more shore excursions from Praia with us.

Good to Know

  • Duration: about 4 hours
  • Guide languages: English, French, Portuguese, Spanish
  • Suitable from age 3, no special fitness needed
  • Bring comfortable clothes, a sun hat, water and some cash
Praia and Cidade Velha in Cape Verde
Colonial-era Rua Banana street in Cape Verde
Hilltop fortress above the bay in Cape Verde