São Francisco monastery and church Tours

You don't need to be a nun or a monk to appreciate the dignified atmosphere of São Francisco monastery and church. Visit for a glimpse into some local religious traditions and cultures.

This Cidade Velha residence for monks is an interesting place to begin your day of sightseeing. There's plenty to see and do in the vicinity, such as Prainha Beach, Royal Fortress of São Filipe, and Estadio da Varzea. Take your time at São Francisco monastery and church before hitting up these other fine attractions.

Plan a trip to see São Francisco monastery and church

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Atlantic Maio Hotel

Atlantic Maio Hotel

3.5 out of 5
Price was $1,096, price is now $1,029 per person
$1,029
per person
Dec 5 - Dec 8
found 24 hours ago
Roundtrip non-stop flight included
New York (JFK) to Santiago Island (RAI)
9.4/10 Exceptional! (13 reviews)
Excellent breakfast and very clean hotel. Small problems with hot water.

Reviewed on Nov 28, 2017

O Jardim do Vinho

O Jardim do Vinho

3.5 out of 5
Save 100% on your flight
Price was $13,533, price is now $11,130 per person
$11,130
per person
Dec 5 - Dec 8
found 24 hours ago
Roundtrip non-stop flight included
New York (JFK) to Santiago Island (RAI)
10/10 Exceptional! (1 review)

Popular places to visit

The Fort of São Filipe in Cidade Velha, Cape Verde.

Royal Fortress of São Filipe

3/5(5 reviews)

Find out about the history of Cidade Velha when you take a trip to Royal Fortress of São Filipe. While you're in the area, stroll along the beaches.

Royal Fortress of São Filipe

Igreja Nossa Senhora do Rosario

Igreja Nossa Senhora do Rosario is just one of the places to see in Cidade Velha, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? While you're in the area, stroll along the beaches.

Igreja Nossa Senhora do Rosario

Quebra Canela Beach

Why not spend a carefree afternoon at Quebra Canela Beach during your travels in Praia? Make some time to visit the cathedral while you're in the area.

Quebra Canela Beach

Estadio da Varzea

3/5(1 review)

Catch an event at Estadio da Varzea during your trip to Praia. While you're in the area, stroll along the beaches.

Estadio da Varzea

Prainha Beach

4/5(6 reviews)

Why not spend a carefree afternoon at Prainha Beach during your travels in Praia? Make some time to visit the cathedral while you're in the area.

Prainha Beach

Diogo Gomes Statue

You can find out about the history of Praia with a trip to Diogo Gomes Statue. Make some time to visit the cathedral while you're in the area.

Diogo Gomes Statue

Best Lodging Options Near São Francisco monastery and church

Pestana Trópico - Ocean & City Hotel

Pestana Trópico - Ocean & City Hotel

4 out of 5
Prainha, Cidade Da Praia, Praia, Santiago
Pestana Trópico - Ocean & City Hotel
Apartamento Laranjinha

Apartamento Laranjinha

3.5 out of 5
Rua Banana, Cidade Velha
Apartamento Laranjinha
Hotel Vulcão

Hotel Vulcão

4 out of 5
Ribeira Grande de Santiago, Cidade Velha, Ilha de Santiago
Hotel Vulcão
Barceló Praia Cape Verde

Barceló Praia Cape Verde

5 out of 5
Av. Rotary International, Praia, Praia
Barceló Praia Cape Verde
Account Pousada Quinta da Ribeirinha

Account Pousada Quinta da Ribeirinha

3 out of 5
Quinta da Ribeirinha, Cidade Velha
Account Pousada Quinta da Ribeirinha
Villa Bouganvilea – Rustic Charm, Sea View, and Pool in Cidade Velha

Villa Bouganvilea – Rustic Charm, Sea View, and Pool in Cidade Velha

Cidade Velha, Ribeira Grande de Santiago
Villa Bouganvilea – Rustic Charm, Sea View, and Pool in Cidade Velha
Hotel Pérola

Hotel Pérola

3 out of 5
Chã de Areia, PO Box 129A, Praia
Hotel Pérola
Praiano Aparthotel

Praiano Aparthotel

3 out of 5
Palamarejo Baixo, Praia
Praiano Aparthotel
Boutique Hotel Praia Maria

Boutique Hotel Praia Maria

3 out of 5
Rua Miguel Bombarda, Praia
Boutique Hotel Praia Maria
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