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Things to see in Praia (Cape Verde): 12 places and when to go
Praia is a city in Cape Verde with around 113,000 inhabitants, and this site lists 12 places in and around it, mainly History (3), Nature (3), Museums and art (3). The best known are Cidade Velha, Pico de Antónia and Dona Maria Pia Lighthouse. The best time to come is October to May; also possible: June to September. In June there are 12 h 53 of daylight, and in December, 11 h 07. Here is what there is, when to go, how to get there and what else is nearby.
In a nutshell
- Where
- Cape Verde · 14.9167, -23.5167
- Population
- About 113,000
- Places
- 12 places on this site, in the town and around it.
- What people come for
- History (3) · Nature (3) · Museums and art (3) · Temples (3) · Mountains (2) · Architecture (1)
- Best time
- October to May.
- Also possible
- June to September.
- Nearest airport
- RAI Praia, 4.4 km as the crow flies
- Highest point
- Pico de Antónia, at 1,394 m.
What to see in Praia
The places in and around Praia, best known first, each with its own page: what it is, when to go and what is next to it. Distances are from the centre, as the crow flies.
- Cidade VelhaOldest settlement in Cape Verde, and former capital of the territory9.5 km
- Pico de AntóniaMountain in Cape Verde20 km
- Dona Maria Pia LighthouseLighthouse in Cape Verde2.0 km
- Museu Etnográfico da PraiaEthnographic Museum in Santiago, Cape Verde1.1 km
- Museu da TabancaMusic-related museum in Santiago, Cape Verde28 km
- Pro-Cathedral of Our Lady of Grace, PraiaChurch building in Cape Verde866 m
- Arquivo Histórico NacionalNational archives of Cape Verde605 m
- Nossa Senhora do Rosário churchChurch building in Ribeira Grande de Santiago, Cape Verde9.5 km
- PelourinhoUNESCO World Heritage Site in Cidade Velha, Cape Verde, Pillory9.5 km
- Monte das VacasMountain in Cape Verde8.4 km
- Monte TchotaNature · Mountains18 km
- Sé Catedral (Cidade Velha)Building in Cape Verde9.4 km
When to go to Praia
The best time to visit Praia is October to May; also possible: June to September. This comes from its own places: a month counts as the town's best time when it is the best time for half of what there is to see.
- JanBest time11:12
- FebBest time11:31
- MarBest time11:54
- AprBest time12:20
- MayBest time12:42
- JunPossible12:53
- JulPossible12:48
- AugPossible12:30
- SepPossible12:05
- OctBest time11:39
- NovBest time11:18
- DecBest time11:07
Best timePossibleBetter notHours of daylight
In June there are 12 h 53 of daylight, and in December, 11 h 07. In January, 12 of the 12 places are at their best.
When to go to Cape Verde in general, with its festivals and peak seasons, is in its country guide.
Getting to Praia
The nearest main airport is Nelson Mandela International Airport (RAI, Praia), 4.4 km as the crow flies. How to get around Cape Verde (train, car, bus) is in its country guide, and what to sort out before you leave is in its checklist.
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Other towns nearby
And all of Cape Verde, in its country guide.
Frequently asked questions
What is there to see in Praia?
The best known: Cidade Velha, Pico de Antónia, Dona Maria Pia Lighthouse, Museu Etnográfico da Praia, Museu da Tabanca. In all, 12 places in the town and around it, all on your trip map from day one.
When is the best time to visit Praia?
October to May; also possible: June to September. In June there are 12 h 53 of daylight, and in December, 11 h 07.
How do you get to Praia?
The nearest main airport is Nelson Mandela International Airport (RAI), 4.4 km away. From there, directions opens the route on the map.
How do I add it to my trip?
Create a trip with Praia as the destination and these 12 places are on your map, each with its category. The ones you like go into a day's plan with one tap, and Kokai reminds you when you pass nearby.
Keep reading
- Cape VerdeBefore travelling to Cape Verde: 9 things worth sorting out, each with its deadline. No visa is needed for stays of up to 30 days, but two things are: the EASE pre-regis…
- History10 places for history in Cape Verde, from Cidade Velha to spots hardly anyone knows. Best time: October to May. Each with its own season by altitude and daylight.
- Where to travelPick what you fancy (mountains, beaches, museums…) and the months you have free, and Kokai tells you which countries to go to and what to see there.
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