Praia Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

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Where to stay in Praia

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Terra Branca

While Terra Branca may not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Estadio da Varzea and Market.

Terra Branca
Barceló Praia Cape Verde

Barceló Praia Cape Verde

5 out of 5
Av. Rotary International, Praia, Praia
The price is AU$293 per night from 18 Oct to 19 Oct
AU$293
18 Oct - 19 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 5-star luxury hotel in Praia. Enjoy free WiFi, 24-hour room service, and a fitness center. Popular attractions Prainha Beach and Quebra Canela Beach ...
9/10 Wonderful! (78 reviews)
"Convenient!"

Reviewed on 10 Sept 2025

Barceló Praia Cape Verde
Pestana Trópico - Ocean & City Hotel

Pestana Trópico - Ocean & City Hotel

4 out of 5
Prainha, Cidade Da Praia, Praia, Santiago
The price is AU$281 per night from 18 Oct to 19 Oct
AU$281
18 Oct - 19 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star beach hotel in Praia. Enjoy free WiFi, room service, and in-room massages. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular attractions ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (255 reviews)
"Great property and friendly staff."

Reviewed on 6 Oct 2025

Pestana Trópico - Ocean & City Hotel
Hotel Pérola

Hotel Pérola

3 out of 5
Chã de Areia, PO Box 129A, Praia
Stay at this 3-star business-friendly hotel in Praia. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and room service. Popular attractions Diogo Gomes Statue and Estadio da ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (169 reviews)
"Clean, quiet, extremely professional staff"

Reviewed on 31 Aug 2025

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Praiano Aparthotel

Praiano Aparthotel

3 out of 5
Palamarejo Baixo, Praia
Stay at this 3-star beach aparthotel in Praia. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and breakfast (surcharge). Popular attractions Quebra Canela Beach and Prainha ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (43 reviews)
"Clean rooms. The staff were friendly and helpful. The free parking is a few blocks away but on street free parking. I will definitely be returning here next time in Praia!"

Reviewed on 25 Sept 2025

Praiano Aparthotel
3 bdr aprt, stunning seaview, rooftop pool - LCGR

3 bdr aprt, stunning seaview, rooftop pool - LCGR

Praia
Book a stay at this beach apartment in Praia. Enjoy a beach locale, laundry facilities, and balconies. Popular attractions Quebra Canela Beach and Prainha Beach ...
10/10 Exceptional! (1 review)
Magnifique appartement vue mer
"Un magnifique appartement avec une vue magnifique bien située en bord de mer.Bonne situation géographique.Très bien équipé.Un petit bémol le soir avec les nombreux chiens du quartier et de la residence qui aboient Un"

Reviewed on 26 Feb 2025

3 bdr aprt, stunning seaview, rooftop pool - LCGR
Beautiful 3 bed apt in Praia. Home away from Home.

Beautiful 3 bed apt in Praia. Home away from Home.

Praia
Stay at this apartment in Praia. Enjoy free WiFi, laundry facilities, and balconies. Popular attractions Museu Etnográfico de Praia and Market are located ...
Beautiful 3 bed apt in Praia. Home away from Home.
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Popular places to visit

Prainha Beach

Why not spend a care-free afternoon at Prainha Beach during your travels in Praia? Make some time to visit the cathedral while you're in the area.

Prainha Beach

Quebra Canela Beach

Why not spend a care-free afternoon at Quebra Canela Beach during your travels in Praia? Make some time to visit the cathedral while you're in the area.

Quebra Canela Beach

Market

You can search for that perfect souvenir at Market during your trip to Praia. While you're in the area, stroll along the beaches.

Market

Estadio da Varzea

Catch an event at Estadio da Varzea during your trip to Praia. While you're in the area, stroll along the beaches.

Estadio da Varzea

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

Museu Etnográfico de Praia

You can spend time browsing the exhibits at Museu Etnográfico de Praia during your trip to Praia. Wander the beaches and seaside in the area.

Museu Etnográfico de Praia

Activities

Praia: Guided City Sightseeing Tour

Praia: Guided City Sightseeing Tour of Plateau

AU$34
per adult
Praia: Guided City Sightseeing Tour of Plateau
From Port of Praia: Island Tour for Cruise Ship passengers

From Port of Praia: Island Tour for Cruise Ship passengers

AU$123
per adult
From Port of Praia: Island Tour for Cruise Ship passengers
4h Guided city tour Praia & Cidade Velha

4h Guided city tour Praia & Cidade Velha

AU$97
per adult
4h Guided city tour Praia & Cidade Velha
Shore Excursion: 3-Hour Guided Historic Tour of Praia & Cidade Velha

Shore Excursion: 3-Hour Guided Historic Tour of Praia & Cidade Velha

AU$97
per adult
Shore Excursion: 3-Hour Guided Historic Tour of Praia & Cidade Velha
Santiago Island: Best of Praia & Cidade Velha Tour, a World Heritage Site

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

AU$104
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Santiago Island: Best of Praia & Cidade Velha Tour, a World Heritage Site
Hiking to Gongon Valley

Hiking: From Serra Malagueta Natural Park to Vale de Gongon

AU$159
per adult
Hiking: From Serra Malagueta Natural Park to Vale de Gongon
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