Title: Visit Mindelo: 2026 Travel Guide for Mindelo, São Vicente | Expedia.com

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# Mindelo

## Travel Guide

![Mindelo in dusk light. Port town with many boats in the bay on the Cape Verde in the northern part of the island Sao Vicente. Long exposure panoramic shot of the bay](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6060459/e326be2d-bc68-4dfb-abfe-35c4e7f81025.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh)

![Mindelo in dusk light. Port town with many boats in the bay on the Cape Verde in the northern part of the island Sao Vicente. Long exposure panoramic shot of the bay](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6060459/e326be2d-bc68-4dfb-abfe-35c4e7f81025.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh)

![Panoramic view on Mindelo, Sao Vicente island, Cabo Verde](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6060459/37555257-fad0-421e-b019-9726bd6924c0.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh)

![Colorful fishing boats on beach, Mindelo, Sao Vicente Island, Cape Verde Islands](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6060459/8b9242b7-ef7d-474e-a56f-fa94f57ffadc.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh)

![Cap Vert, Mindelo](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6060459/8d92ea6d-6a0a-47c0-9614-7592bb118674.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh)

## Visit Mindelo

Things to do

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- Vacation Rentals in Mindelo

![Ouril Hotel Mindelo](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/101000000/100160000/100157000/100156975/b689acb0_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150)

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Ouril Hotel Mindelo

Avenida Marginal São Vicente São Vicente

$98 nightly

$119 total

Mar 13 - Mar 14

Total with taxes and fees

Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in São Vicente. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and 2 outdoor pools. Popular attractions Mindelo Marina and Alfândega ...

9.2/10 Wonderful! (111 reviews)

Room was nice and view was great, but the shower was clogged and they don't provide drinking water, which is a bit crazy. Breakfast was decent, but a bit crowded and the pools were pretty tiny.

Reviewed on Feb 27, 2026

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![Mansa Marina Hotel](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/109000000/108400000/108397000/108396932/c97bdbde_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150)

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Mansa Marina Hotel

Rua da Praia, Mindelo São Vicente 

$112 nightly

$134 total

Mar 22 - Mar 23

Total with taxes and fees

Book a stay at this luxury hotel in São Vicente. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Popular attractions Pont d'Agua and Mindelo Marina are located ...

8/10 Very Good! (74 reviews)

Great stay with breathtaking views. Excellent staff.

Reviewed on Mar 8, 2026

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![Four Points By Sheraton São Vicente Resort](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/126000000/125420000/125413600/125413532/b1cc5fa4_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150)

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Four Points By Sheraton São Vicente Resort

Avenida Marginal Mindelo 

$147 nightly

$175 total

Mar 22 - Mar 23

Total with taxes and fees

Stay at this hotel in São Vicente. Popular attractions Laginha Beach and Monte Verde are located nearby.

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![Complexo Multiuso Copacabana](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/10000000/9400000/9392100/9392056/faa28d1a_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150)

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Complexo Multiuso Copacabana

Avenida Marginal Lagjnha, bloco M1 São Vicente 

Book a stay at this beach apartment in São Vicente. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a full-service spa. Popular attractions Laginha Beach and Monte Verde ...

5.6/10 (4 reviews)

Confusing check in and inconsistency with communication.

Reviewed on Jul 15, 2025

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![Cozy house, quiet with great light, beautiful view of Mount Cara](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/111000000/110650000/110647200/110647188/77cb439a_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150)

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Cozy house, quiet with great light, beautiful view of Mount Cara

 Mindelo São Vicente

Stay at this apartment in São Vicente. Popular attractions Torre de Belém and Fish Market are located nearby.

8/10 Very Good! (1 review)

L'appartement est simple et bien placés pour profiter de la vie nocturne et surtout du CARNAVAL. La station des aluguer est à 2 min de marche.

Reviewed on Feb 20, 2026

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!["The best Ocean View in Mindelo!”](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/43000000/42510000/42503200/42503143/4f4abcce_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150)

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"The best Ocean View in Mindelo!”

 Mindelo Sao Vicente

Stay at this apartment in São Vicente. Enjoy free WiFi, laundry facilities, and cable/satellite TV service. Popular attractions Monte Verde and Laginha Beach ...

10/10 Exceptional! (1 review)

Cap-Vert 

Appartement avec tout le confort nécessaire pour passer un excellent séjourLa vue depuis celui ci est exceptionnelleL emplacement est idéal pour pouvoir visiter la ville a pied

Reviewed on Mar 10, 2025

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### Popular places to visit

#### Mindelo Marina

Explore the waterfront in Mindelo with a trip to Mindelo Marina. Wander the waterfront or discover the area's mountain views. 

[](https://expedia.com/Mindelo-Marina-Sao-Vicente.d553248621558095795.Vacation-Attraction)

#### Cultural Center of Mindelo

Enjoy an outing to Cultural Center of Mindelo during your stay in Mindelo. Stroll along the waterfront or discover the area's mountain views. 

[](https://expedia.com/Cultural-Center-Of-Mindelo-Sao-Vicente.d553248621532404027.Vacation-Attraction)

#### Pont d'Agua

You can find out about the history of Mindelo with a trip to Pont d'Agua. Stroll along the waterfront or discover the area's mountain views. 

[](https://expedia.com/Pont-DAgua-Sao-Vicente.d553248621532404028.Vacation-Attraction)

#### Torre de Belém

You can find out about the history of Mindelo when you stop by Torre de Belém. Wander the waterfront and beaches while you're in the area. 

[](https://expedia.com/Torre-De-Belem-Sao-Vicente.d553248621532404121.Vacation-Attraction)

#### Presidential Palace

After visiting Presidential Palace, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Mindelo. Wander the waterfront and beaches while you're in the area. 

[](https://expedia.com/Presidential-Palace-Sao-Vicente.d553248621532404122.Vacation-Attraction)

#### Monte Verde

Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Monte Verde during your travels in Mindelo. Wander the waterfront or discover the area's mountain views. 

[](https://expedia.com/Monte-Verde-Sao-Vicente.d553248621562866485.Vacation-Attraction)

### Things to do

![Half Day Island Tour São Vicente](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/984855/ab569a0f-0697-47d3-9552-a434cee3de7c.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh)

#### Half Day Island Tour, Sao Vicente, 4h

$65

per adult

[](https://expedia.com/things-to-do/half-day-island-tour.a984855.activity-details)

![Full Day Island Highlights Best of São Vicente
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#### Full Day Island Tour, Highlights of São Vicente

$83

per adult

[](https://expedia.com/things-to-do/full-day-island-tour.a984854.activity-details)

![Picture 1 for Activity São Vicente: Full Day Guided Highlights Tour, Mindelo](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/46264271/175d14e6-e32a-4a5d-b4f9-635299ace2c9.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh)

#### Full Day Island Tour, São Vicente, Mindelo, Highlights

$83

per adult

[](https://expedia.com/things-to-do/full-day-island-tour.a46264271.activity-details)

![Having a fantastic day with us!
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#### Shore Excursion São Vicente, Mindelo 4h or 6h

$77

per adult

[](https://expedia.com/things-to-do/shore-excursion-sao-vicente.a2335727.activity-details)

![Half Day Island Tour, Best of São Vicente, Highlights](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/48008462/5ad30a65-c59c-4581-9239-bf1627d78c6e.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh)

#### Half Day Island Tour, Best of São Vicente, Highlights

$65

per adult

[](https://expedia.com/things-to-do/half-day-island-tour.a48008462.activity-details)

![Thatched roof homes in the valley of Paul
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#### Discover Santo Antão: Day Trip by Car or Guided Trek

$112

per adult

[](https://expedia.com/things-to-do/discover-santo-antao-day-trip-by-car-or-guided-trek.a2161398.activity-details)

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## Cities near Mindelo

![Mindelo, São Vicente, Cape Verde - November 13, 2025 : night view of the city of Mindelo on the island of São Vicente](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/3751/2e3de49e-e09c-4944-9d14-2a9f1197032a.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium)

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