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
The price is €71 per night from 5 Sept to 6 Sept
€71
5 Sept - 6 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Cidade Velha. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, 2 outdoor pools and 2 bars/lounges. Popular attractions Royal Fortress of São Filipe ...
7.6/10 Good! (64 reviews)
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Reviewed on 26 Jun 2026

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 Montes Redondos are located ...
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Secluded modern villa with pebble beach near Unesco heritage city
Barceló Praia Cape Verde

Barceló Praia Cape Verde

5 out of 5
Av. Rotary International Praia Praia
The price is €178 per night from 19 Sept to 20 Sept
€178
19 Sept - 20 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury hotel in Praia. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, 24-hour room service and a fitness centre. Popular attractions Prainha Beach and Centro Cultural Português ...
Barceló Praia Cape Verde
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Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
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 Montes Redondos are located ...
Secluded modern villa with pebble beach near Unesco heritage city
Praia City Apartments

Praia City Apartments

4 out of 5
Achada São Filipe Praia Santiago
Stay at this aparthotel in Praia. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a rooftop terrace. Popular attractions Museu Etnográfico de Praia and Alexandre Albuquerque ...
Praia City Apartments
Urban Aparth Hotel Praia Maria

Urban Aparth Hotel Praia Maria

4 out of 5
Av. Santo Antao Praia Praia
Stay at this aparthotel in Praia. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a beach locale and a rooftop terrace. Popular attractions Quebra Canela Beach and Centro Cultural Português ...
Urban Aparth Hotel Praia Maria
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Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

Stay near popular Cidade Velha attractions

Royal Fortress of São Filipe

8.4/10 (58 reviews)
Find out about the history of Cidade Velha with a stop at 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

€10
per adult
Walking Tour: Street arts, Markets, History and Architecture
Santiago Island Experience - Culture, Nature & Tarrafal Beach

Santiago Island Experience - Culture, Nature & Tarrafal Beach

€113
per adult
Santiago Island Experience - Culture, Nature & Tarrafal Beach
Shore Excursion: 3-Hour Guided Historic Tour of Praia & Cidade Velha

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

€55
per adult
Shore Excursion: 3-Hour Guided Historic Tour of Praia & Cidade Velha
From Praia: Fully explore the island of Santiago in 1 day with tastings

From Praia: Fully explore the island of Santiago in 1 day with tastings

€55
per adult
From Praia: Fully explore the island of Santiago in 1 day with tastings
Hiking to Gongon Valley

Hiking to Vale de Gongon – Sierra Malagueta Trail

€90
per adult
Hiking to Vale de Gongon – Sierra Malagueta Trail
Santiago Island: Banana Plantation, Natural Park & Workshop with a local family

Santiago Island: Banana Plantation, Natural Park & Workshop with a local family

€75
per adult
Santiago Island: Banana Plantation, Natural Park & Workshop with a local family
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A coastal town with buildings along the shoreline, a prominent hill in the background, and the ocean in the foreground.

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