The 15 Best Town & City Tours in Cape Verde

1.Espargos City Tour, Local Life, and Cape Verde Tapas

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 200 reviews · 2h 30m · from $35Our pick

Explore Espargos with a local guide, see street art, meet residents, and taste Cape Verdean tapas on this relaxed 150-minute tour.

“Chan, our guide, was brilliant he was honest, funny and open about anything we asked. He gave us time to absorb all the sights. This tour gives you a raw insight in to local life - and needs to be done by someone who can explain the life, the area - someone who lives it. Chan was a perfect host to this town and culture”

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2.Beaches, Villages and Monte Verde (excludes city)

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 87 reviews · 5 hours · from $82

See São Vicente beyond Mindelo, from Monte Verde tea and village life to Baía das Gatas, Calhau farms, beaches, and local food.

“Lino, the guide from Green Line Tours, was a happy fellow with a lot of valuable knowledge of the island of San Vicente. At several stops he explains about geological, botanical issues and history of Cabo Verde. Always open for questions and suggestions. Lunch at the restaurant Hamburg was well organised, served fast and very tasteful. Although the road was a challenge, the skills of driver Edson, were great and he drove very safe. We also had time to swim at Baia das Gatas near the festival area. Edson, besides he could drive was also a great nurse as I got a wound to my toe. I recommend this tour…”

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3.Praia & Cidade Velha: Guided City Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 80 reviews · 4 hours · from $53

Explore Praia markets and Cidade Velha landmarks on a 4-hour Cape Verde tour with hotel pickup, local guides, and historic ocean views.

“Amerigo nous a fait partager sa connaissance de l'histoire de son pays avec beaucoup de professionnalisme dans un français plus que correct. si vous en avez la possibilité demandez à faire le circuit "à l'envers"( comme nous avons dû le faire du fait des embouteillages du lundi matin): vous commencerez alors par Santiago "historique" et terminerez par Praia "contemporaine". J'airais même préféré commencer par la citadelle de Cidade Velha avant la ville de Cidade Velha. Attention, l'entrée à la citadelle coute 500escudos (5€) par personne.”

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4.Baobab Mysterious Tree, Green Valley & Old City Hike

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 53 reviews · 4 hours · from $53

Hike from Praia through Santiago’s green valley to a 400-year-old baobab and Cidade Velha, with local guides and hotel transfers.

“Leuke tour met geduldige en goed geïnformeerde gids”

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5.Santa Maria City Tour & Cuscuz Tasting with a Local Family

★★★★★★★★★★4.6 · 50 reviews · 2 hours · from $41

Explore Santa Maria, taste homemade cuscuz and fidjos, visit salt pans and Shells Beach, and finish with a swim at Ponta Preta.

“Ik heb genoten van de tour. Heb nog plekken gezien die wat verder gelegen lagen. De Cuzcuz en fidjos waren heerlijk!!! Top gids en chauffeur hele vriendelijke mensen.”

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6.Guided Sal Island City Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.2 · 39 reviews · 4 hours · from $39

Explore Espargos with a local guide, markets, crafts, food, and São José Church, with hotel pickup and flexible four-hour planning.

“Le guide était très bien. Par contre, la visite n’a aucun intérêt. Visite d’une ville en construction. Lors du tour de l’île, nous avions eu les mêmes explications.”

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7.Santa Maria city tour, street art and tapas

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 37 reviews · from $147

Review of Sal’s Santa Maria city tour with Pontão, street art, Cape Verdean tapas, local shopping tips, and practical value advice.

“Ist leider Preis leistungsorientiert viel zu teuer aber der Service war gut”

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8.Mindelo Cultural: city tour “Mindelo by Night”

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 35 reviews · 2 hours · from $81

Explore Mindelo by night with live music, local bars, Cape Verdean culture, a traditional drink, and practical restaurant tips.

“I really loved this tour. Marion was incredibly kind, knowledgeable, and easy to connect with. She shared amazing recommendations for bars and restaurants, and each spot helped me experience Mindelo in a more authentic, local way. I really appreciated how she blended culture, conversation, and fun throughout the night. A genuinely memorable experience — highly recommend!!!”

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9.Espargos city tour, Local life and Cape Verde Tapas

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 22 reviews · from $34

Explore Espargos from Santa Maria with street art, local stories, Cape Verdean tapas, drinks, and a hilltop town view.

“It was brilliant! Chan, our guide, was great - so knowledgeable and passionate about the city. We saw the city’s artwork, heard great stories, experienced where real Cape Verdeans live, and tasted their lovely food and drinks. It’s was great to go off the beaten track and venture outside the tourist areas and see more of Cape Verde. Entertaining, educational, safe and well worth.”

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10.Rabil, Shipwreck, City, Snacks & Drinks – 4×4 Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 17 reviews · 4 - 5 hours · from $76

Explore Boa Vista by 4x4, from Rabil pottery and the Santa Maria shipwreck to Sal Rei, with Cape Verdean snacks and drinks.

“Nous avons aimé l’épave du bateau, la plage Atlanta, l’encas Cap-Verdien, la balade dans Rabil et Sal Rey, par contre à la poterie, les postiers ne travaillaient pas, dommage nous aurions bien aimé les voir faire, pas de visite des 2 églises, celle de Rabil en plein travaux et la chapelle de Fatima fermée à clef. Et un contre temps le matin, nous avons attendu 20 minutes, aucun appel ni de messages, si je ne m’étais pas manifestée, on attendrait encore, heureusement l’excursion a pu être remise à l’après midi.”

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11.Beaches, Villages and Monte Verde, São Vicente Excludes City

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 13 reviews · from $81Top rated

Explore São Vicente’s beaches, fishing villages, Monte Verde views, local tea, and farm country on a practical five-hour island tour.

“J’ai passé une journée inoubliable avec Paulo. L’expérience était excellente. Les conversations étaient riches. Je vous recommande de sortir de Mindelo pour voir la beauté de l’île et connaître son histoire à travers ce parcours où vous passRead more”

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12.S.Vicente: Tour of the city center and rural villages

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 12 reviews · from $63

Explore Mindelo, Monte Verde, Salamansa, and Baía das Gatas on a practical half-day São Vicente tour with local guides.

“It was awesome! It’s the perfect day for a cruise ship stop. It gives you a clear understanding of the island and its people.”

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13.City Walking Tour, Mindelo, Highlights

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 12 reviews · from $41

Explore Mindelo’s markets, culture, music, and daily life on a small-group walking tour with local tips and pickup options.

“The tour was great and gave me a comprehensive view of the city. The tour guide was good and service provided by the company is good as well. The customized the tour to my need. The go the extra mile to give a good service.”

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14.Guided City tour Praia with Cidade Velha (World Heritage)

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 10 reviews · from $58

Explore Praia markets, colonial sights, and UNESCO-listed Cidade Velha on a compact Cape Verde tour with pickup and a small group.

“Our group of 8 prebooked a tour in Praia when our cruise ship came in. Unfortunately our ship cancelled the stop because of been fogged in in Cape Town. I contacted Antonio and he agreed to refund monies paid. So professional and a delight to deal with. I would not hesitate in using this company.”

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15.Tour Old City/Discover Old Town

★★★★★★★★★★4.0 · 8 reviews · from $29

Explore Cidade Velha from Praia, with Fortaleza, ruined cathedral, historic churches, and the UNESCO-listed pillory for $29.60.

“We booked this tour in order to learn more about the island. The stated duration was approximately five hours. We were finished with the itinerary in 2.5 hours and were asked to pay more if we wanted to do something else. Our driver, Nelson, Read more”

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