Cidade Velha

Travel Guide

An aerial view of a coastal town with a rugged coastline, a bay, and distant mountains.
A coastal town with a rugged coastline, terraced fields, and a mix of residential and commercial buildings.
A coastal village with houses along the shoreline, a road curving through the landscape, and a clear view of the ocean.
A stone fort with a flag, a small tower, and a view of the sea.
A hilly landscape with green vegetation and a few scattered buildings.
Hotel Vulcão

Hotel Vulcão

4 out of 5
Ribeira Grande de Santiago Cidade Velha Ilha de Santiago
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Cidade Velha. Enjoy free WiFi, 2 outdoor pools, and 2 bars/lounges. Popular attraction Royal Fortress of São Filipe ...
7.6/10 Good! (63 reviews)
"The pool and access to the sea were lovely but the cockroaches in our (hard) bed every night were not"

Reviewed on Jun 4, 2026

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Hotel Vulcão
Secluded modern villa with pebble beach near Unesco heritage city

Secluded modern villa with pebble beach near Unesco heritage city

Cidade Velha Ribeira Grande de Santiago
Stay at this villa in Cidade Velha. Enjoy laundry facilities and air conditioning. Popular attractions Royal Fortress of São Filipe and Quebra Canela Beach are ...
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Secluded modern villa with pebble beach near Unesco heritage city
Pestana Trópico

Pestana Trópico

4 out of 5
Prainha, Cidade Da Praia Praia Santiago
The price is CA $190 per night from Jul 14 to Jul 15
CA $190
CA $226 total
Jul 14 - Jul 15
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this beach hotel in Praia. Enjoy free WiFi, room service, and in-room massages. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular attractions ...
8.4/10 Very good! (277 reviews)
"Nice place to stay"

Reviewed on Jul 9, 2026

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Secluded modern villa with pebble beach near Unesco heritage city

Secluded modern villa with pebble beach near Unesco heritage city

Cidade Velha Ribeira Grande de Santiago
Stay at this villa in Cidade Velha. Enjoy laundry facilities and air conditioning. Popular attractions Royal Fortress of São Filipe and Quebra Canela Beach are ...
Secluded modern villa with pebble beach near Unesco heritage city
Quinta Achada Fazenda

Quinta Achada Fazenda

3 out of 5
Achada Fazenda Baixo Santa Cruz Santa Cruz
Stay at this apartment in Santa Cruz. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and 10 outdoor pools. Popular attractions Pedra Badejo Beach and Pedra Badejo Municipal ...
Quinta Achada Fazenda
Praia City Apartments

Praia City Apartments

4 out of 5
Achada São Filipe Praia Santiago
Stay at this aparthotel in Praia. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and an airport shuttle (surcharge). Popular attractions Museu Etnográfico de Praia and Market ...
Praia City Apartments
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Stay near popular Cidade Velha attractions

Royal Fortress of São Filipe

8.4/10 (58 reviews)
Find out about the history of Cidade Velha when you take a trip to Royal Fortress of São Filipe. While you're in the area, stroll along the beaches.
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Things to do

Picture 11 for Activity Walking Tour: Street arts, Markets, church & Flavours

Walking Tour: Street arts, Markets, History and Architecture

CA $29
per adult
Walking Tour: Street arts, Markets, History and Architecture
Shore Excursion: 3-Hour Guided Historic Tour of Praia & Cidade Velha

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

CA $89
per adult
Shore Excursion: 3-Hour Guided Historic Tour of Praia & Cidade Velha
From Port of Praia: Island Tour for Cruise Ship passengers

From Port of Praia: Island Tour for Cruise Ship passengers

CA $114
per adult
From Port of Praia: Island Tour for Cruise Ship passengers
4h Guided city tour Praia & Cidade Velha

Praia & Cidade Velha: Guided City Tour

CA $73
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Praia & Cidade Velha: Guided City Tour
Santiago ISLAND TOUR by Aventour - Nature & Local Life Tour

Santiago ISLAND TOUR by Aventour - Nature & Local Life Tour

CA $97
per adult
Santiago ISLAND TOUR by Aventour - Nature & Local Life Tour
Picture 5 for Activity Private tour: Explore Santiago Island

From Praia: Explore the whole island in 1 day

CA $80
per adult
From Praia: Explore the whole island in 1 day
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Cities near Cidade Velha

A coastal town with buildings along the shoreline, a prominent hill in the background, and the ocean in the foreground.

Praia