Title: Things to Do in Porto Novo in 2026 | Expedia.com [Porto Novo Travel Guide](https://expedia.com/Porto-Novo.dx6177719)[Hotels in Porto Novo](https://expedia.com/Porto-Novo-Hotels.d6177719.Travel-Guide-Hotels)[Flights to Porto Novo](https://expedia.com/Cheap-Flights-To-Porto-Novo.d6177719.Travel-Guide-Flights)[Car Rentals in Porto Novo](https://expedia.com/Car-Rentals-In-Porto-Novo.d6177719.Car-Rental-Guide)[Porto Novo Vacation Packages](https://expedia.com/Porto-Novo.d6177719.Destination-Travel-Guides) # Things to do in Porto Novo ## Find and book activities, attractions and tours ## Visit Porto Novo Types of activities [Porto Novo Travel Guide](https://expedia.com/Porto-Novo.dx6177719) ![Adobe](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6177719/de8124fa-50cf-4e86-8f37-5e47a007460d.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Adobe](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6177719/de8124fa-50cf-4e86-8f37-5e47a007460d.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ### Porto Novo Attractions Smaller cities have a vibe you just don't find in their larger counterparts. 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[Book now](https://expedia.com/deals?rfrr=ACTIVITIES_SPRING_PROMO_6177719) ## Recommended things to do in Porto Novo | Number of things to do | 14 | | ------------------------------- | ----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- | | Cheapest thing to do on Expedia | [Volunteering with animals in Sao Vicente!](/things-to-do/volunteering-with-animals-in-sao-vicente.a2953558.activity-details): $19 | | Top 5 things to do | [Santo Antão: Hike Ponta do Sol - Fontainhas - Cruzinha](/things-to-do/santo-antao-hike-ponta-do-sol-fontainhas-cruzinha.a3193715.activity-details)[Discover Santo Antão: Day Trip by Car or Guided Trek](/things-to-do/day-trip-santo-antao-options-from-sao-vicente-or-santo-antao-by-car-or-hiking.a2161398.activity-details)[Full-Day Island Tour in Santo Antão with Lunch Included](/things-to-do/full-day-island-tour-in-santo-antao-with-lunch-included.a5183041.activity-details)[Santo Antão: Trekking Cova de Paúl Volcano Crater - Ribeira de Paúl](/things-to-do/santo-antao-trekking-cova-de-paul-volcano-crater-ribeira-de-paul.a3193643.activity-details)[Santo Antão Day Trip by Car – Explore Island Highlights](/things-to-do/santo-antao-highlights-by-car.a49644108.activity-details) | | Under $25 | [Volunteering with animals in Sao Vicente!](/things-to-do/volunteering-with-animals-in-sao-vicente.a2953558.activity-details) | | With kids | [Discover Santo Antão: Day Trip by Car or Guided Trek](/things-to-do/day-trip-santo-antao-options-from-sao-vicente-or-santo-antao-by-car-or-hiking.a2161398.activity-details)[Full-Day Island Tour in Santo Antão with Lunch Included](/things-to-do/full-day-island-tour-in-santo-antao-with-lunch-included.a5183041.activity-details)[Santo Antão Day Trip by Car – Explore Island Highlights](/things-to-do/santo-antao-highlights-by-car.a49644108.activity-details)[Shore Excursion, Santo Antão, Full Day, Highlights by car](/things-to-do/shore-excursion-santo-antao-full-day-highlights-by-car.a47850232.activity-details)[Santo Antão: Full-day Island Tour & Visit to Cova de Paúl Volcano Crater](/things-to-do/santo-antao-full-day-island-tour-visit-to-cova-de-paul-volcano-crater.a3193645.activity-details) | ## What to do in Porto Novo - For free - With kids ### Free Things to Do in Porto Novo Escaping to Porto Novo on a budget? The following can be seen for nada. **Fontainhas** \- Swing by this historic attraction and experience a slice of the cultural heritage of the area. **Ponta do Sol** \- See for yourself why locals and visitors alike are drawn to the atmosphere of this place. ### Things to Do in Porto Novo with Kids Porto Novo boasts loads of close by fun activities for you and the kids. Our [family friendly experiences](https://www.expedia.com/things-to-do/en/search?rid=6177719&rfrr=ATG.LP.BodyContent&categories=Family%20Friendly) will keep the crew entertained for hours. --- Looking for sports, concerts, or theater events in Porto Novo? [Search event tickets](https://www.expedia.com/event-tickets/) to see what's happening today, or to plan what to do this weekend! --- --- ### Discover the most popular places to visit in Porto Novo #### Ponta do Sol 4.5/5(5 reviews) Find out about the history of Porto Novo when you spend time at Ponta do Sol. Discover the area's volcano viewpoints and monuments. [](https://expedia.com/Ponta-Do-Sol-Porto-Novo.d553248621532404031.Vacation-Attraction) #### Fontainhas 4.5/5(2 reviews) You can find out about the history of Porto Novo when you stop by Fontainhas. Stroll along the beaches or visit the monuments while you're in the area. [](https://expedia.com/Fontainhas-Porto-Novo.d553248621532404032.Vacation-Attraction) #### Topo da Coroa 4/5(1 review) Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Topo da Coroa during your travels in Porto Novo. Discover the area's mountain views and monuments. [](https://expedia.com/Topo-Da-Coroa-Porto-Novo.d553248621558095799.Vacation-Attraction) #### Turtle Square 4/5(1 review) Learn about the local history of Porto Novo when you take a trip to Turtle Square. Discover the area's volcano viewpoints and monuments. [](https://expedia.com/Turtle-Square-Porto-Novo.d553248621558095801.Vacation-Attraction) --- Looking for fun things to do nearby? Check [things to do near me](https://www.expedia.com/things-to-do-near-me) to find and book the best things to do, fun activities, and top attractions wherever you happen to be. --- ## Popular day trips from Porto Novo ![Hiking from the Cova Crater to Cidade Dad Pombas starts off with the most incredible view across the valley. Follow the steep, twisting path down below the clouds for the most beautiful hike on the island of Santo Antão. ](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/3000001186/b5733a1c-dcf0-4adc-be58-1f770c897cfc.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) ### Paul ![vibrant stairway; yellow walls; Ribeira Grande; street architecture; bright blue sky; urban charm; stairs; ascent; colorful; Cape Verde; cityscape; travel destination; picturesque; sunny; cultural arc](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/3000377144/c1ed6703-0f78-4324-b8ae-c48cb282dc7b.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) ### Ribeira Grande ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Porto Novo worth visiting? ### How do I spend a day in Porto Novo? ### What is the top tourist attraction in Porto Novo? ### Is three days enough to stay in Porto Novo? ### What are some activities to do in Porto Novo with kids? > - [Discover Santo Antão: Day Trip by Car or Guided Trek](https://expedia.com/things-to-do/day-trip-santo-antao-options-from-sao-vicente-or-santo-antao-by-car-or-hiking.a2161398.activity-details) > - [Full-Day Island Tour in Santo Antão with Lunch Included](https://expedia.com/things-to-do/full-day-island-tour-in-santo-antao-with-lunch-included.a5183041.activity-details) > - [Santo Antão Day Trip by Car – Explore Island Highlights](https://expedia.com/things-to-do/santo-antao-highlights-by-car.a49644108.activity-details) > - [Shore Excursion, Santo Antão, Full Day, Highlights by car](https://expedia.com/things-to-do/shore-excursion-santo-antao-full-day-highlights-by-car.a47850232.activity-details) > - [Santo Antão: Full-day Island Tour & Visit to Cova de Paúl Volcano Crater](https://expedia.com/things-to-do/santo-antao-full-day-island-tour-visit-to-cova-de-paul-volcano-crater.a3193645.activity-details) ### What to do in Porto Novo for adults? ### Are there free things to do in Porto Novo? ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/mad-service/footer/bnaBanners/BEX_Footer.jpg) ## Go further with the Expedia app Save even more - get up to 20% on select hotels when you book on the app. Our app deals help you to save on trips so you can travel more and manage it all on the go. 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