Title: 10 TOP Things to Do in Santa Maria September 2025 | Expedia.ca [Hotels in Santa Maria](https://expedia.ca/Santa-Maria-Hotels.d6084955.Travel-Guide-Hotels)[Flights to Santa Maria](https://expedia.ca/Cheap-Flights-To-Santa-Maria.d6084955.Travel-Guide-Flights)[Santa Maria Car Rentals](https://expedia.ca/Car-Rentals-In-Santa-Maria.d6084955.Car-Rental-Guide)[Santa Maria Vacation Packages](https://expedia.ca/Santa-Maria.d6084955.Destination-Travel-Guides) # What to do in Santa Maria ## Activities, attractions and tours ## Visit Santa Maria Types of activities [Santa Maria travel guide](https://expedia.ca/Santa-Maria.dx6084955) ![Santa Maria](https://mediaim.expedia.com/destination/1/d7a08879048246f4f8974a59c8ab69f7.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Santa Maria](https://mediaim.expedia.com/destination/1/6081da0b2bc40b42a989a194d7bef8a4.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Santa Maria](https://mediaim.expedia.com/destination/1/ff9849c6b101518356edb196824e154f.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Photo by Markus Ricks](https://mediaim.expedia.com/destination/2/6b4e2bf8ff74e049c7d079e6cd95d605.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) [Photo by Markus Ricks](https://mediaim.expedia.com/destination/2/6b4e2bf8ff74e049c7d079e6cd95d605.jpg) ![Photo by Jazzinto ](https://mediaim.expedia.com/destination/2/4eb969988f6b36437c875958cc913dbf.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) [Photo by Jazzinto](https://mediaim.expedia.com/destination/2/4eb969988f6b36437c875958cc913dbf.jpg) ## Santa Maria Attractions Never one to shy away from inventive ways to get inspired and have an eye-opening excursion, you're eager to check out an exciting travel spot from top to bottom. It's not challenging to fill an itinerary, because Expedia Canada can connect you with loads of things to do. Find and book your activities today, and the only thing left to do is pack your bags and prepare to have fun! - Book your favourite activities and day trips on Expedia Canada for significant savings, and you'll still have enough cash for a dream hotel or upscale dinner while you're visiting. The things to do in Santa Maria are not only topnotch, but they won't cost an arm and a leg. We have 110 things to do here, and you can get them starting at just CA $30 . - Santa Maria is popular among thrill seekers. In fact, many travellers have been visiting to check out local hot spots and participate in the best activities, and many of them are already thinking of return. The most booked things to do can grab the curiosity of even seasoned explorers, and it's not hard to see why. Our list includes a wide array of entertainment and excitement. With [Private Standard Car: Sal Airport (SID)](https://www.expedia.ca/things-to-do/private-standard-car-sal-airport-sid.a217334.activity-details) that makes getting to where you need to go a breeze, there are plenty of things to do to choose from when you browse through all the things you can do here at Expedia Canada. It takes an expert itinerary to best get the feel for Santa Maria, especially when you long to pack in a lot of exciting activities. And it's evident that you don't want to hunker down in your hotel room—you're excited to get out and play. You look forward to scoping out the top activities around, and an exploration of historic city neighbourhoods is always time well spent. Our activities are the perfect way to organize your holiday. Book professional regional tours on Expedia Canada, and you may find all that you are seeking and more. * * * Explore thousands of activities with **free cancellation and no added fees**. 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Salt Mine, Blue Eye, Shark Watch and Kite Beach](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/46193695/7aeb3edd-cc39-40cd-9120-6c560435c112.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Full-day tour - Salt Mine, Blue Eye, Shark Watch and Kite Beach 6h 8/10 1 review Free cancellation available CA $101 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.ca/things-to-do/full-day-tour-salt-mine-blue-eye-shark-watch-and-kite-beach.a46193695.activity-details?&rid=6084955&location=Santa+Maria&swp=off) ![Sal: All-Inclusive Half-Day Lounge Catamaran Cruise](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/4523216/317d07fd-f4c8-4986-b6b8-dbacc852d2a0.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Sal: All-Inclusive Half-Day Lounge Catamaran Cruise 4h Free cancellation available CA $113 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.ca/things-to-do/sal-all-inclusive-half-day-lounge-catamaran-cruise.a4523216.activity-details?&rid=6084955&location=Santa+Maria&swp=off) ![Santa Maria: Desert Adventure on a 500cc 4x4 Quad Bike](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/4750439/7e323e3f-b7d4-446a-a401-bed79d9884d3.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Santa Maria: Desert Adventure on a 500cc 4x4 Quad Bike 2h 10/10 2 reviews Free cancellation available CA $147 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.ca/things-to-do/sal-2-hour-500cc-quad-bike-4x4-quad-desert-adventure.a4750439.activity-details?&rid=6084955&location=Santa+Maria&swp=off) ![Santa Maria: Salt Mine, Natural Pool, and Shark Bay Tour](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/47968787/279821c1-e4d9-4cf6-93b4-40706d6a1b93.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Santa Maria: Salt Mine, Natural Pool, and Shark Bay Tour 6h 10/10 3 reviews Free cancellation available CA $78 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.ca/things-to-do/santa-maria-salt-mine-natural-pool-and-shark-bay-tour.a47968787.activity-details?&rid=6084955&location=Santa+Maria&swp=off) ![Sal: Espargos City Tour, Local Life, and Cape Verde Tapas](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/47673261/17f43be1-a0bf-4b8f-a983-76b6c2e7298a.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Sal: Espargos City Tour, Local Life, and Cape Verde Tapas 2h 30m Free cancellation available CA $49 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.ca/things-to-do/sal-espargos-city-tour-local-life-and-cape-verde-tapas.a47673261.activity-details?&rid=6084955&location=Santa+Maria&swp=off) ![The best full day Ilha do Sal tour](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/46266704/b3f64716-bfa8-496c-acba-eb00a32021c0.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### The best full day Ilha do Sal tour 6h 10/10 1 review Free cancellation available CA $95 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.ca/things-to-do/the-best-full-day-ilha-do-sal-tour.a46266704.activity-details?&rid=6084955&location=Santa+Maria&swp=off) ![Sal: Half-Day SSV Buggy (500cc or 1000cc) Island Adventure](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/4758114/51b63dd6-dd15-4ebd-9e48-63fdb9468f57.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Sal: Half-Day SSV Buggy (500cc or 1000cc) Island Adventure 4h Free cancellation available CA $334 includes taxes & fees per traveller\* \*Get lower prices by selecting more than 2 adults [](https://www.expedia.ca/things-to-do/sal-4-hour-4x4-ssv-buggy-island-adventure.a4758114.activity-details?&rid=6084955&location=Santa+Maria&swp=off) ### Water activities [See all 28 activities](https://expedia.ca/things-to-do/search?&rid=6084955&location=Santa+Maria&filter.categories=Wateractivities) ![Sal: All-Inclusive Half-Day Lounge Catamaran Cruise](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/4523216/317d07fd-f4c8-4986-b6b8-dbacc852d2a0.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Sal: All-Inclusive Half-Day Lounge Catamaran Cruise 4h Free cancellation available CA $113 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.ca/things-to-do/sal-all-inclusive-half-day-lounge-catamaran-cruise.a4523216.activity-details?&rid=6084955&location=Santa+Maria&swp=off) ![Sal: Full-Day Trip Around the Island with Lunch](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/4756419/da45e431-417b-4772-aa2e-f5eb8b6f44b2.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Sal: Full-Day Trip Around the Island with Lunch 8h Free cancellation available CA $109 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.ca/things-to-do/sal-full-day-guided-sightseeing-trip-around-the-island.a4756419.activity-details?&rid=6084955&location=Santa+Maria&swp=off) ![Spectacular Half Day Sailing - Sal Island, Cape Verde](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/48484186/f0a3a825-4a70-4f6d-853f-bbaef2dd921d.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Spectacular Half Day Sailing - Sal Island, Cape Verde 3h Free cancellation available CA $140 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.ca/things-to-do/spectacular-half-day-sailing-sal-island-cape-verde.a48484186.activity-details?&rid=6084955&location=Santa+Maria&swp=off) ![Sailing yacht half day- with Cape Verde Sailing](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/44831260/8fa92402-ac24-42d7-92de-a58a60555a9a.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Sailing yacht half day- with Cape Verde Sailing 3h Free cancellation available CA $96 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.ca/things-to-do/half-day-sailing-trips.a44831260.activity-details?&rid=6084955&location=Santa+Maria&swp=off) ![Incredible Full Day Sailing - Sal Island, Cape Verde](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/48485231/78b42edd-a9be-42f5-8340-043c45de10b4.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Incredible Full Day Sailing - Sal Island, Cape Verde 6h Free cancellation available CA $281 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.ca/things-to-do/incredible-full-day-sailing-sal-island-cape-verde.a48485231.activity-details?&rid=6084955&location=Santa+Maria&swp=off) ![Full day Sailing yacht - Beautiful day on the Atlantic Ocean](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/48740477/8f4d3920-53be-4d22-ac12-e5eddaedf7ef.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Full day Sailing yacht - Beautiful day on the Atlantic Ocean 6h 30m Free cancellation available CA $210 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.ca/things-to-do/full-day-sailing-yacht-beautiful-day-on-the-atlantic-ocean.a48740477.activity-details?&rid=6084955&location=Santa+Maria&swp=off) ![Sal Island: Shark Bay Shark Watching Experience from Santa Maria](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/2772660/30ebed7e-4fdd-4015-97af-1bff2ee31f5a.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Sal Island: Shark Bay Shark Watching Experience from Santa Maria 2h 10/10 1 review Free cancellation available CA $49 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.ca/things-to-do/shark-bay.a2772660.activity-details?&rid=6084955&location=Santa+Maria&swp=off) ![Amazing Full Day Boat Rental - Sal Island, Cape Verde](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/48489914/b7e398f7-88e4-46bc-801d-2a643600521e.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Amazing Full Day Boat Rental - Sal Island, Cape Verde 6h 30m Free cancellation available CA $1,631 includes taxes & fees per traveller\* \*Get lower prices by selecting more than 2 adults [](https://www.expedia.ca/things-to-do/amazing-full-day-boat-rental-sal-island-cape-verde.a48489914.activity-details?&rid=6084955&location=Santa+Maria&swp=off) ![Snorkelling Tour](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/46047919/b1a0dab8-7e52-4c43-9363-f2138e404a5b.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Snorkelling Tour 2h Free cancellation available CA $62 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.ca/things-to-do/snorkelling-tour.a46047919.activity-details?&rid=6084955&location=Santa+Maria&swp=off) ![Sal Island: Private Tour Shark Bay Experience from Santa Maria](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/45962771/47060434-41f3-416f-94a0-1752b9ae415f.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Sal Island: Private Tour Shark Bay Experience from Santa Maria 2h Free cancellation available CA $163 includes taxes & fees per traveller\* \*Get lower prices by selecting more than 2 adults [](https://www.expedia.ca/things-to-do/sal-island-private-tour-shark-bay-experience-from-santa-maria.a45962771.activity-details?&rid=6084955&location=Santa+Maria&swp=off) ### Private & custom tours [See all 15 activities](https://expedia.ca/things-to-do/search?&rid=6084955&location=Santa+Maria&filter.categories=Privatecustomtours) ![Full Day Private Tour in Sal Island](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/46263049/0368076b-8977-4a47-9c23-b2b6d94778f7.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Full Day Private Tour in Sal Island 6h Free cancellation available CA $351 includes taxes & fees per traveller\* \*Get lower prices by selecting more than 2 adults [](https://www.expedia.ca/things-to-do/the-best-ilha-do-sal-private-tour.a46263049.activity-details?&rid=6084955&location=Santa+Maria&swp=off) ![Sal Island Exclusive - Full Day Customised Just for You](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/47791152/f0db4583-537a-4d62-9efb-90c75c03d24a.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Sal Island Exclusive - Full Day Customised Just for You 7h Free cancellation available CA $294 includes taxes & fees per adult\* \*Get lower prices by selecting more than 2 adults [](https://www.expedia.ca/things-to-do/sal-full-day-private-island-tour-guided-by-local-expert.a47791152.activity-details?&rid=6084955&location=Santa+Maria&swp=off) ![From Santa Maria: Sal Island Private Day Trip](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/48324929/c8083890-49a7-4cdd-b684-5689503c6a1b.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### From Santa Maria: Sal Island Private Day Trip 6h Free cancellation available CA $279 includes taxes & fees per adult\* \*Get lower prices by selecting more than 2 adults [](https://www.expedia.ca/things-to-do/from-santa-maria-sal-island-private-day-trip.a48324929.activity-details?&rid=6084955&location=Santa+Maria&swp=off) ![Union tour Full Day Private tour](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/1072099/3f252098-0921-43be-8f78-bb8317d2054e.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Union tour Full Day Private tour 5h Free cancellation available CA $261 includes taxes & fees per traveller\* \*Get lower prices by selecting more than 2 adults [](https://www.expedia.ca/things-to-do/union-tour-full-day-private-tour.a1072099.activity-details?&rid=6084955&location=Santa+Maria&swp=off) ![Sal: Private Tour Secrets of a native guide All-inclusive](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/48293203/939aebc1-96cb-4ee6-af40-d53c0f93a166.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Sal: Private Tour Secrets of a native guide All-inclusive 7h Free cancellation available CA $357 includes taxes & fees per adult\* \*Get lower prices by selecting more than 2 adults [](https://www.expedia.ca/things-to-do/sal-private-tour-secrets-of-a-native-guide-all-inclusive.a48293203.activity-details?&rid=6084955&location=Santa+Maria&swp=off) ![2.5 Hours Private Tour in Espargos City and Sal Island](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/46289065/701877cf-5391-4083-ad50-571849a1e16a.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### 2.5 Hours Private Tour in Espargos City and Sal Island 2h 30m Free cancellation available CA $253 includes taxes & fees per traveller\* \*Get lower prices by selecting more than 2 adults [](https://www.expedia.ca/things-to-do/2-5-hours-private-tour-in-espargos-city-and-sal-island.a46289065.activity-details?&rid=6084955&location=Santa+Maria&swp=off) ![Boavista: Rabil, Shipwreck, City, Snacks & Drinks - 4x4 Tour](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/47925373/6a1be1f8-92b5-4e2a-881e-de3eb859846d.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Boavista: Rabil, Shipwreck, City, Snacks & Drinks - 4x4 Tour 4h+ Free cancellation available CA $261 includes taxes & fees per adult\* \*Get lower prices by selecting more than 2 adults [](https://www.expedia.ca/things-to-do/boa-vista-rabil-shipwreck-sal-rei-beach-bar-4x4-tour.a47925373.activity-details?&rid=6084955&location=Santa+Maria&swp=off) ![Full-Day Private Tour Hidden Secrets Sal Island Off Road](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/48896789/ee0d53d5-b951-47fa-ab6e-eedfef1e6ab4.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Full-Day Private Tour Hidden Secrets Sal Island Off Road 8h Free cancellation available CA $418 includes taxes & fees per traveller\* \*Get lower prices by selecting more than 2 adults [](https://www.expedia.ca/things-to-do/full-day-private-tour-hidden-secrets-sal-island-off-road.a48896789.activity-details?&rid=6084955&location=Santa+Maria&swp=off) ![Private Sal Island Tour Authentic Experience from Santa Maria](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/2772646/ba6473ce-9e0d-447d-b5a2-f2002647eabf.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Private Sal Island Tour Authentic Experience from Santa Maria 7h Free cancellation available CA $325 includes taxes & fees per traveller\* \*Get lower prices by selecting more than 2 adults [](https://www.expedia.ca/things-to-do/private-experience.a2772646.activity-details?&rid=6084955&location=Santa+Maria&swp=off) ![Private Creative Pictures Full Day Island Tour (Off Road inc.)](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/46341137/824e7b13-32dd-4b2d-b2c3-e63f43f60f6a.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Private Creative Pictures Full Day Island Tour (Off Road inc.) 8h Free cancellation available CA $228 includes taxes & fees per adult\* \*Get lower prices by selecting more than 2 adults [](https://www.expedia.ca/things-to-do/out-of-the-box-island-tour-off-road-and-creative-pictures.a46341137.activity-details?&rid=6084955&location=Santa+Maria&swp=off) ### Classes & workshops [See all 11 activities](https://expedia.ca/things-to-do/search?&rid=6084955&location=Santa+Maria&filter.categories=ClassesWorkshops) ![Sal: All-Inclusive Salt Lake, Blue Eye and Shark Bay Tour](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/47988204/053f21ff-aa0c-4773-a347-82c1c4dcd050.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Sal: All-Inclusive Salt Lake, Blue Eye and Shark Bay Tour 4h 10/10 1 review Free cancellation available CA $73 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.ca/things-to-do/sal-all-inclusive-salt-lake-blue-eye-and-shark-bay-tour.a47988204.activity-details?&rid=6084955&location=Santa+Maria&swp=off) ![Spectacular Half Day Sailing - Sal Island, Cape Verde](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/48484186/f0a3a825-4a70-4f6d-853f-bbaef2dd921d.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Spectacular Half Day Sailing - Sal Island, Cape Verde 3h Free cancellation available CA $140 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.ca/things-to-do/spectacular-half-day-sailing-sal-island-cape-verde.a48484186.activity-details?&rid=6084955&location=Santa+Maria&swp=off) ![Santa Maria: Open Water Diver - PADI or SSI Course](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/47756314/4af0976b-0c95-4ac5-af29-b111993475c2.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Santa Maria: Open Water Diver - PADI or SSI Course 3d Free cancellation available CA $824 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.ca/things-to-do/santa-maria-open-water-diver-padi-or-ssi-course.a47756314.activity-details?&rid=6084955&location=Santa+Maria&swp=off) ![Santa Maria: Stand-Up Paddle Tour](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/48109160/840721b7-24c4-4eed-80a6-c66bd13e26b1.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Santa Maria: Stand-Up Paddle Tour 1h 30m Free cancellation available CA $55 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.ca/things-to-do/santa-maria-stand-up-paddle-tour.a48109160.activity-details?&rid=6084955&location=Santa+Maria&swp=off) ![Santa Maria: Review Diving Course with 2 Guided Dives](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/47669058/697b6c5b-1aad-4170-9481-dc78216680ff.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Santa Maria: Review Diving Course with 2 Guided Dives 1d Free cancellation available CA $261 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.ca/things-to-do/santa-maria-review-diving-course-with-2-guided-dives.a47669058.activity-details?&rid=6084955&location=Santa+Maria&swp=off) ![Sal: Kizomba Group Class - Santa Maria, Cape Verde](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/48375316/385708cf-0b18-4081-8531-a86387ccd95d.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Sal: Kizomba Group Class - Santa Maria, Cape Verde 1h 10/10 1 review Free cancellation available CA $36 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.ca/things-to-do/sal-kizomba-lessons-santa-maria-cape-verde.a48375316.activity-details?&rid=6084955&location=Santa+Maria&swp=off) ![Boavista: Turtle, Shark, Santa Monica, Sandboard & Tasting](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/47995292/49638b64-6261-4b3e-8b78-c5dd9b395866.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Boavista: Turtle, Shark, Santa Monica, Sandboard & Tasting 4h Free cancellation available CA $212 includes taxes & fees per adult\* \*Get lower prices by selecting more than 2 adults [](https://www.expedia.ca/things-to-do/boavista-green-turtle-shark-bay-sandboard-tour-tasting.a47995292.activity-details?&rid=6084955&location=Santa+Maria&swp=off) ![Surf Lessons](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/2062772/9ba44089-32c4-42f4-a2da-cd4c80c6c0d6.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Surf Lessons 1h Free cancellation available CA $55 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.ca/things-to-do/surfing-lessons.a2062772.activity-details?&rid=6084955&location=Santa+Maria&swp=off) ![Private Kizomba Class](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/49660830/8a261090-e578-4119-96e3-93622e55ca76.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Private Kizomba Class 1h Free cancellation available CA $54 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.ca/things-to-do/private-kizomba-class.a49660830.activity-details?&rid=6084955&location=Santa+Maria&swp=off) ![Sal Island: Catxupa Cooking Class with a local family](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/48132692/bc7e71fc-3d62-4f03-ba06-87135aa6c933.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Sal Island: Catxupa Cooking Class with a local family 2h Free cancellation available CA $54 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.ca/things-to-do/sal-island-catxupa-cooking-class-with-a-local-family.a48132692.activity-details?&rid=6084955&location=Santa+Maria&swp=off) ## Recommended things to do in Santa Maria | Number of things to do | 110 | | --- | --- | | Cheapest thing to do on Expedia | [Group Kizomba Lesson](https://expedia.ca/things-to-do/group-kizomba-lesson.a49660103.activity-details): CA $30 | | Top 5 things to do | - [Quad Tour Sal Island](https://expedia.ca/things-to-do/buggy-and-quad-tour-with-local-guide-on-sal-island.a49757300.activity-details) - [Full-day tour - Salt Mine, Blue Eye, Shark Watch and Kite Beach](https://expedia.ca/things-to-do/full-day-tour-salt-mine-blue-eye-shark-watch-and-kite-beach.a46193695.activity-details) - [Santa Maria: Desert Adventure on a 500cc 4x4 Quad Bike](https://expedia.ca/things-to-do/sal-2-hour-500cc-quad-bike-4x4-quad-desert-adventure.a4750439.activity-details) - [Santa Maria: Salt Mine, Natural Pool, and Shark Bay Tour](https://expedia.ca/things-to-do/santa-maria-salt-mine-natural-pool-and-shark-bay-tour.a47968787.activity-details) - [Sal: Espargos City Tour, Local Life, and Cape Verde Tapas](https://expedia.ca/things-to-do/sal-espargos-city-tour-local-life-and-cape-verde-tapas.a47673261.activity-details) | | Half-day tours | - [Quad Tour Sal Island](https://expedia.ca/things-to-do/buggy-and-quad-tour-with-local-guide-on-sal-island.a49757300.activity-details) - [Santa Maria: Desert Adventure on a 500cc 4x4 Quad Bike](https://expedia.ca/things-to-do/sal-2-hour-500cc-quad-bike-4x4-quad-desert-adventure.a4750439.activity-details) - [Sal: Espargos City Tour, Local Life, and Cape Verde Tapas](https://expedia.ca/things-to-do/sal-espargos-city-tour-local-life-and-cape-verde-tapas.a47673261.activity-details) - [Spectacular Half Day Sailing - Sal Island, Cape Verde](https://expedia.ca/things-to-do/spectacular-half-day-sailing-sal-island-cape-verde.a48484186.activity-details) - [Catamaran Half Day - Beautiful day on the Atlantic Ocean](https://expedia.ca/things-to-do/catamaran-half-day-beautiful-day-on-the-atlantic-ocean.a48740210.activity-details) | | With kids | - [Quad Tour Sal Island](https://expedia.ca/things-to-do/buggy-and-quad-tour-with-local-guide-on-sal-island.a49757300.activity-details) - [Full-day tour - Salt Mine, Blue Eye, Shark Watch and Kite Beach](https://expedia.ca/things-to-do/full-day-tour-salt-mine-blue-eye-shark-watch-and-kite-beach.a46193695.activity-details) - [Sal: Espargos City Tour, Local Life, and Cape Verde Tapas](https://expedia.ca/things-to-do/sal-espargos-city-tour-local-life-and-cape-verde-tapas.a47673261.activity-details) - [The best full day Ilha do Sal tour](https://expedia.ca/things-to-do/the-best-full-day-ilha-do-sal-tour.a46266704.activity-details) - [Small Group Full Day Island Tour in Sal](https://expedia.ca/things-to-do/small-group-full-day-island-tour-in-sal.a44960947.activity-details) | ## What to do in Santa Maria * * * ### Discover the most popular places to visit in Santa Maria ![Santa Maria Beach](https://mediaim.expedia.com/destination/1/6081da0b2bc40b42a989a194d7bef8a4.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Santa Maria Beach Why not spend a carefree afternoon at Santa Maria Beach during your travels in Santa Maria? You can enjoy the bars while in the area. [](https://expedia.ca/Santa-Maria-Beach-Sal.d6101592.Vacation-Attraction) ![Santa Maria Pier](https://mediaim.expedia.com/destination/2/4169b4dc4557ee18a28083e90addfeb1.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Santa Maria Pier You can find out about the history of Santa Maria with a visit to Santa Maria Pier. Stroll along the area's beaches or simply enjoy its bars. [](https://expedia.ca/Santa-Maria-Pier-Sal.d553248635975607508.Vacation-Attraction) ![Ponta Preta](https://mediaim.expedia.com/destination/2/37a0766f4a54fc6cc7354e2aa0b2aa8a.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Ponta Preta You can find out about the history of Santa Maria with a visit to Ponta Preta. Stroll along the area's beaches or simply enjoy its bars. [](https://expedia.ca/Ponta-Preta-Sal.d553248635975607507.Vacation-Attraction) #### Santa Maria Town Square You can find out about the history of Santa Maria with a visit to Santa Maria Town Square. Stroll along this relaxing area's beaches, or simply enjoy its bars. [](https://expedia.ca/Santa-Maria-Town-Square-Sal.d6326952.Vacation-Attraction) #### Shark Bay Beach If a restful vacation is part of your travel plans, Shark Bay Beach might be the perfect place to seek out during your trip to Santa Maria. You can enjoy the bars while in the area. [](https://expedia.ca/Shark-Bay-Beach-Sal.d553248621558144268.Vacation-Attraction) #### Kite Beach Why not spend a lazy afternoon at Kite Beach during your trip to Santa Maria? Stroll along the area's beaches or simply enjoy its bars. [](https://expedia.ca/Kite-Beach-Sal.d553248635975607506.Vacation-Attraction) #### Nazarene Church After visiting Nazarene Church, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Santa Maria. Stroll along this relaxing area's beaches, or simply enjoy its bars. [](https://expedia.ca/Nazarene-Church-Sal.d553248634289843909.Vacation-Attraction) #### Santa Maria Municipal Market You can do some window-shopping at Santa Maria Municipal Market during your stay in Santa Maria. Stroll along the area's beaches or simply enjoy its bars. [](https://expedia.ca/Santa-Maria-Municipal-Market-Sal.d553248635995343471.Vacation-Attraction) #### Viveiro Botanical Garden & Zoo Why not visit the native and exotic animals who call Viveiro Botanical Garden & Zoo home during your travels in Santa Maria? Stroll along this relaxing area's beaches, or simply enjoy its bars. [](https://expedia.ca/Viveiro-Botanical-Garden-Zoo-Sal.d553248634289843227.Vacation-Attraction) * * * Looking for fun things to do nearby? Check [things to do near me](https://www.expedia.ca/things-to-do-near-me) to find and book the best things to do, fun activities, and top attractions wherever you happen to be. * * * ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Santa Maria worth visiting? > Providing a mix of watersports and coastal beaches, there are many things to do in Santa Maria. While you're here, head to Kite Beach, a top attraction in the area. ### How do I spend a day in Santa Maria? > Santa Maria Pier and Kite Beach are two excellent places to begin your vacation adventures. Be sure to check out the shopping and dining options in Santa Maria while you're in town too. ### What is the top tourist attraction in Santa Maria? > The top tourist attraction in Santa Maria is Kite Beach, so don't forget to include it on your itinerary. ### Is three days enough to stay in Santa Maria? > Three days will give you enough time to check out some popular city highlights, like Kite Beach, Ponta Preta and Viveiro Botanical Garden & Zoo. The average stay in Santa Maria is six days. If you have the urge to extend your trip, Sal isn't far away. ### What are some activities to do in Santa Maria with kids? > If you're looking for attractions and activities for all of your group, we've got some fantastic ideas for what to do in Santa Maria with kids. > > > > - [Quad Tour Sal Island](https://expedia.ca/things-to-do/buggy-and-quad-tour-with-local-guide-on-sal-island.a49757300.activity-details) > - [Full-day tour - Salt Mine, Blue Eye, Shark Watch and Kite Beach](https://expedia.ca/things-to-do/full-day-tour-salt-mine-blue-eye-shark-watch-and-kite-beach.a46193695.activity-details) > - [Sal: Espargos City Tour, Local Life, and Cape Verde Tapas](https://expedia.ca/things-to-do/sal-espargos-city-tour-local-life-and-cape-verde-tapas.a47673261.activity-details) > - [The best full day Ilha do Sal tour](https://expedia.ca/things-to-do/the-best-full-day-ilha-do-sal-tour.a46266704.activity-details) > - [Small Group Full Day Island Tour in Sal](https://expedia.ca/things-to-do/small-group-full-day-island-tour-in-sal.a44960947.activity-details) ### What to do in Santa Maria for adults? > From delicious food and cultural highlights to outdoor activities and unique experiences, there are loads of great things to do in Santa Maria for adults. ### Are there free things to do in Santa Maria? > In Santa Maria, Kite Beach is a popular spot for anyone wishing to tour the city without opening their wallet. 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