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Your Praia Holiday

With a holiday package to Praia, say goodbye to endless planning and hello to trouble-free adventure. Every detail of your getaway has been taken care of before you go, so you can get on with experiencing this vibrant city. If your trip to Praia includes some sightseeing, check out well-known attractions like Prainha Beach, Market and Dona María Pia Lighthouse. Whoever you're travelling with and whatever your bank balance, your ultimate Praia holiday is only clicks away with Expedia.

Praia Holiday

Praia Beach Holiday

Get set to live out those summery daydreams on your upcoming Praia holiday. Embark on a lovely walk, admire the gorgeous coastal vistas and pick up unique seashells on your trip to Praia. Located just 3 kilometres from the city centre, Prainha Beach is the place to be for many visitors. Look through our Praia holiday deals and watch your travel budget stretch further!

Things You Should Know About Praia

  • Spend your holiday by the water and let the hassles of daily life drift away with the ocean breeze. Check out our Praia beach hotels and experience beachside bliss.
  • Praia also has a nice selection of apartments. Apartamentos Santiago and Apartamento OZ are popular with visitors and are worth taking a look at.
  • Head to our Praia things to do page for some trip planning inspiration. With a population of 113 400 in Praia, we're sure there'll be a few locals who'll be happy to offer you some extra advice!
  • If you're on the lookout for things to do during your stay, add Prainha Beach, Estadio da Varzea and Market to your travel itinerary. Also, look up our Praia holiday deals to get great deals on your hotels and experiences.

Praia Essential Information

Language
Portuguese
Currency
Cape Verdean escudos
Local Welcome
Olá
Local Goodbye
Adeus
Closest Airport
Praia Intl. Airport (RAI)
Population
113,400
Max Temp Winter
24ºC
Max Temp Summer
27ºC
Top Sights
Prainha Beach, Mangue Beach and Museu Etnográfico de Praia

Our pick of the best Praia Hotel Deals

Pestana Trópico - Ocean & City Hotel

Pestana Trópico - Ocean & City Hotel

4 out of 5
Prainha, Cidade Da Praia Praia Santiago
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is AU$275 per night from 23 Apr to 24 Apr
AU$275
23 Apr - 24 Apr
includes taxes & fees
8.4/10 Very Good! (265 reviews)
Very nice hotel. A few shortcomings: Much of The equipment in the gym is non-functional and the elliptical is broken and dangerous; We had a roach in our room; they do not regularly provide water —you have to ask for it; the bead only have sheets (no blankets) but there are comforters in the ...

Reviewed on 17 Mar 2026

Pestana Trópico - Ocean & City Hotel
Barceló Praia Cape Verde

Barceló Praia Cape Verde

5 out of 5
Av. Rotary International Praia Praia
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is AU$294 per night from 5 May to 6 May
AU$294
5 May - 6 May
includes taxes & fees
9.4/10 Exceptional! (116 reviews)
A last minute break and it could not have been spent in a better place! The hotel and staff were excellent, as were the food and amenities.

Reviewed on 24 Mar 2026

Barceló Praia Cape Verde
Hotel Vip Praia

Hotel Vip Praia

4 out of 5
Avenida Jorge Barbosa Praia
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is AU$224 per night from 18 Apr to 19 Apr
AU$224
18 Apr - 19 Apr
includes taxes & fees
8.4/10 Very Good! (285 reviews)
It is a good property and the location is really good….. have liked the gym and it is right next to Praia shopping centre. There are lot of options for different kind of cuisine. Overall an outstanding property for the business travellers.

Reviewed on 17 Mar 2026

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Discover the most popular places to visit in Praia

Dona María Pia Lighthouse

Dona María Pia Lighthouse is just one of the places to see in Praia, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Make some time to visit the cathedral while you're in the area.

Dona María Pia Lighthouse

What to do in Praia

Praia: Guided City Sightseeing Tour of Plateau

Walking Tour: Street arts, Markets, History and Architecture

AU$33
per adult
Walking Tour: Street arts, Markets, History and Architecture
4h Guided city tour Praia & Cidade Velha

Praia & Cidade Velha: Guided City Tour

AU$74
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Praia & Cidade Velha: Guided City Tour
From Port of Praia: Island Tour for Cruise Ship passengers

From Port of Praia: Island Tour for Cruise Ship passengers

AU$115
per adult
From Port of Praia: Island Tour for Cruise Ship passengers
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