10 City Tours in Sao Vicente Worth Booking

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

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

Explore São Vicente’s beaches, villages, farms, Baía das Gatas, and Monte Verde on a practical five-hour island tour from Mindelo.

“I can highly recommend this tour! It was very interesting to experience the beautiful surroundings of Mindelo. I learned a lot about the history, culture, and economy of the island. The team is incredibly friendly, very hospitable, and accommodated my wishes whenever possible. The lunch in the small, picturesque village was delicious. I was recommended the local fish, which was freshly caught and prepared. All in all, a unique experience and ideal for those who want to get to know the island a bit better. Especially for those traveling alone as most tour operators don't accept lone travelers. The tour guides also gave me tips on how to use public…”

Check availability →Read our full review

2.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 tips from a local guide.

“We had a thoroughly enjoyable evening finding great spots in Mindelo to hear music, we appreciate the bread of knowledge of our guide and her passion for life in the town.”

Check availability →Read our full review

3.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, farming valleys, and coastal roads on a five-hour tour.

“Super excursion à Sao Vicente en compagnie de Danny. C'est un guide parfait qui nous a fait passer une super journée et découvrir l'ile. Nous avons passé un très moment.”

Check availability →Read our full review

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

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 12 reviews · from $64

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

“We enjoyed our tour of São Vicente with Freddy. He spoke very good English and was quite knowledgeable about Cape Verde. We learned a lot about life there and we felt like we got our money’s worth.”

Check availability →Read our full review

5.City Walking Tour, Mindelo, Highlights

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 12 reviews · from $42

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

“Danny, our guide, and Paolo, our driver were just terrific! Both spoke excellent English and knew the history of Mindello and all its fascinating aspects well. We hit all the city’s highlights and when I mentioned that I loved natas, the Portuguese Read more”

Check availability →Read our full review

6.S.Vicente: City Center+Rural Villages+Beach

★★★★★★★★★★4.6 · 6 reviews · 6 hours · from $93

Explore Mindelo, Monte Verde, Salamanca, and Baía das Gatas on a six-hour São Vicente tour with lunch and beach time.

“Lors de notre excursion sur l’île de São Vicente au Cap Vert, organisée via l’application Get Your Guide, nous avons eu la chance d’être accompagnés par un guide très aimable. Il nous a fait partager avec passion son amour pour son île natale. Grâce à lui, nous avons découvert la nature exceptionnelle de São Vicente, sa faune et sa flore variées, ainsi que la richesse de ses paysages. Son enthousiasme pour la randonnée était palpable et il nous a encouragés à apprécier pleinement les sentiers et la nature environnante. Les échanges furent nombreux et enrichissants : il nous a raconté l’histoire, les langues et les traditions cap-verdiennes, ce qui a…”

Check availability →Read our full review

7.City Walking Tour of Mindelo: Cultural Capital

★★★★★★★★★★4.2 · 4 reviews · 1h 30m · from $41Best value

Explore Mindelo’s markets, landmarks, music heritage, and Rua de Lisboa on a 90-minute walking tour with a local guide.

Check availability →Read our full review

8.City Tour with Hotel Pickup and Drop-Off

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 4 reviews · 2 hours · from $47

Explore Mindelo’s markets, colonial sights, arts centers, Monte Cara, and Laginha Beach on a private guided city tour.

“A visita pela cidade de Mindelo foi muito boa. A guia Susy bastante simpática e conhecedora da cultura e história. Sem dúvida a repetir.”

Check availability →Read our full review

9.Mindelo City Walking Tour

★★★★★★★★★★3.6 · 3 reviews · 2h 30m · from $53

Review of Mindelo’s 150-minute city walk, with markets, architecture, music, local flavor, pricing, tips, and guide details.

“Our guide for our Mindelo walking tour was very good. We enjoyed seeing the town and learning about the area. It was very interesting!”

Check availability →Read our full review

10.Mindelo Cultural: city tour with live music and dance class

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 3 reviews · 3h 30m · from $141

Explore Mindelo’s history, Cesária Évora, local music, and six Cape Verdean rhythms in a lively guided walking tour and dance class.

“Hele leuke informatieve tour met als afsluiting dansles met tekst en uitleg van de herkomst. Eerst een beetje onhandig maar met het geduld van onze dansinstructeur begon het daadwerkelijk nog ergens op te lijken. Heel ongedwongen en toch in de buitenlucht. Echt leuk om te doen.”

Check availability →Read our full review