Title: Visit Ribeira Grande: 2026 Travel Guide for Ribeira Grande, Cape Verde | Expedia.com [Hotels in Ribeira Grande](https://expedia.com/Ribeira-Grande-Hotels.d3000377144.Travel-Guide-Hotels)[Vacation Rentals in Ribeira Grande](https://expedia.com/Ribeira-Grande-Vacation-Rentals.d3000377144.Travel-Guide-VacationRentals)[Flights to Ribeira Grande](https://expedia.com/Cheap-Flights-To-Ribeira-Grande.d3000377144.Travel-Guide-Flights)[Things to do in Ribeira Grande](https://expedia.com/Things-To-Do-In-Ribeira-Grande.d3000377144.Travel-Guide-Activities)[Car Rentals in Ribeira Grande](https://expedia.com/Car-Rentals-In-Ribeira-Grande.d3000377144.Car-Rental-Guide)[Ribeira Grande Vacation Packages](https://expedia.com/Ribeira-Grande.d3000377144.Destination-Travel-Guides) # Ribeira Grande ## Travel Guide ![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=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![View from a plateau into the Vale Ribeira Grande near the town Cidade Velha, Island Santiago, Cape Verde](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/3000377144/419add64-c4ea-4268-a871-3c07cbc3b400.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Panorama of Xo-Xo valley surrounded by harsh mountain peaks. Steep walk path covered by yucca plants lead down to Ribeira Grande. Santo Antao island, Cape Verde](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/3000377144/3215996e-9d91-4c9d-8303-852aff0e592d.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Ribeira Grande](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6339012/1961214f-7c05-4c2a-a5d0-26cd7b3c6d56.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Ribeira Grande](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/3000377144/d4d2ca41-036e-48dc-b4fb-f5d2d1f76e90.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ## Visit Ribeira Grande Things to do - Ribeira Grande Hotel Deals - Vacation Rentals in Ribeira Grande ![The Retreat](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/96000000/95060000/95059700/95059665/759fcd9c_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### The Retreat Pinhão Ribeira Grande Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay $49 nightly $62 total Apr 20 - Apr 21 Total with taxes and fees Stay at this hotel in Ribeira Grande. Enjoy free breakfast, a rooftop terrace, and a garden. Popular attractions Cruzinha and Chã da Igreja are located ... 8.6/10 Excellent! (17 reviews) Very nice place, although the location showing it to be very central to ribeira grande when booking created a few changes in plans for me, but overall nice stay and great food! Reviewed on Mar 18, 2026 [](https://expedia.com/Hotel-Search?startDate=4%2F20%2F2026&endDate=4%2F21%2F2026&selected=95059665&PinnedHotelID=95059665&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=3000377144) ![Luxury Villa with private pool, Santo Antao](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/23000000/22740000/22733800/22733703/6f598f03_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Luxury Villa with private pool, Santo Antao Ribeira Grande Santo Antao Island Stay at this villa in Ribeira Grande. Enjoy free WiFi, private pools, and a garden. Popular attractions Cruzinha and Chã da Igreja are located nearby. 9.6/10 Exceptional! (12 reviews) A sunny hilltop Very comfortable, great views. Well equipped for self catering. Challenging drive up to property. Dropped pin for site in wrong position on google map. Reviewed on Feb 9, 2024 [Get rates](https://expedia.com/Hotel-Search?startDate=4%2F14%2F2026&endDate=4%2F15%2F2026&selected=22733703&PinnedHotelID=22733703&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=3000377144) [](https://expedia.com/Hotel-Search?startDate=4%2F14%2F2026&endDate=4%2F15%2F2026&selected=22733703&PinnedHotelID=22733703&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=3000377144) ![Pousada Green Place](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/47000000/47000000/46993300/46993205/8395033d_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Pousada Green Place Faja de coculi Ribeira Grande Santo Antão $55 nightly $68 total Apr 24 - Apr 25 Total with taxes and fees Book a stay at this business-friendly guesthouse in Ribeira Grande. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Popular attractions Cruzinha and Chã da ... [](https://expedia.com/Hotel-Search?startDate=4%2F24%2F2026&endDate=4%2F25%2F2026&selected=46993205&PinnedHotelID=46993205&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=3000377144) [See all 110 properties in Ribeira Grande](https://expedia.com/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.Hotels.DestinationExperience&startDate=4%2F1%2F2026&endDate=4%2F2%2F2026®ionId=3000377144) Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply. ![Luxury Villa with private pool, Santo Antao](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/23000000/22740000/22733800/22733703/6f598f03_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Luxury Villa with private pool, Santo Antao Ribeira Grande Santo Antao Island Stay at this villa in Ribeira Grande. Enjoy free WiFi, private pools, and a garden. Popular attractions Cruzinha and Chã da Igreja are located nearby. 9.6/10 Exceptional! (12 reviews) A sunny hilltop Very comfortable, great views. Well equipped for self catering. Challenging drive up to property. Dropped pin for site in wrong position on google map. Reviewed on Feb 9, 2024 [](https://expedia.com/Ribeira-Grande-Hotels-Luxury-Villa-With-Private-Pool.h22733703.Hotel-Information) ![Residencial Kolina D Sol](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/95000000/94890000/94883100/94883033/66f052f6_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Residencial Kolina D Sol Chã Monte Sossego ao lado Agua Linda Ribeira Grande Santo Antão Conselho Ribeira Grande Stay at this residence in Ribeira Grande. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Popular attractions Ribeira Grande Beach and Cruzinha are located ... [](https://expedia.com/Ribeira-Grande-Hotels-Residencial-Kolina-D-Sol.h94883033.Hotel-Information) ![Ribeira Grande Country House](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/35000000/34440000/34435100/34435093/0cb7cb66_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Ribeira Grande Country House Ribeira Grande Stay at this cottage in Ribeira Grande. Enjoy free WiFi, a garden, and laundry facilities. Popular attractions Cruzinha and Chã da Igreja are located ... 9/10 Wonderful! (2 reviews) Mitten im Zuckerrohrfeld und von Bananenpalmen umgeben haben wir uns superwohl gefühlt und das in einem familiären Umfeld. Der Vermieter war sehr nett und hat uns mit Bananen und Papaya überrascht. Die beiden Hunde hätten wir am liebsten adoptiert. Die Küche hatte alles… Waffeleisen, Pürierstab usw. ... 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Amble around the area's beaches or visit its monuments. [](https://expedia.com/Cruzinha-Ribeira-Grande.d553248621532404040.Vacation-Attraction) #### Ponta do Sol Town Hall 3.5/5(3 reviews) Ponta do Sol Town Hall is just one of the places to see in Ponta do Sol, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Stroll along the beaches or discover the area's volcano viewpoints. [](https://expedia.com/Ponta-Do-Sol-Town-Hall-Ribeira-Grande.d553248621560505594.Vacation-Attraction) #### Chã da Igreja 4/5(1 review) Find out about the history of Ribeira Grande when you take a trip to Chã da Igreja. Stroll along the beaches or discover the area's volcano viewpoints. [](https://expedia.com/Cha-Da-Igreja-Ribeira-Grande.d553248621532404041.Vacation-Attraction) ### Things to do ![Discover Santo Antão: Day Trip by Car or Guided Trek](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/2161398/1369c7a2-1227-4a50-8a95-7a4ade78a382.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Discover Santo Antão: Day Trip by Car or Guided Trek $109 per adult [](https://expedia.com/things-to-do/discover-santo-antao-day-trip-by-car-or-guided-trek.a2161398.activity-details) ![Discover the highlights of Santo Antão from Mindelo ](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/45935660/7b7cce8a-8f66-42b9-b2e3-93319b905521.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Discover the highlights of Santo Antão from Mindelo $137 per adult [](https://expedia.com/things-to-do/discover-the-highlights-of-santo-antao-from-mindelo.a45935660.activity-details) ![Shore Excursion, Santo Antão, Full Day, Highlights by car](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/47850232/0455043f-f768-4c4c-ad2a-d5bf3b73548b.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Shore Excursion, Santo Antão, Full Day, Highlights by car $109 per adult [](https://expedia.com/things-to-do/shore-excursion.a47850232.activity-details) [See all activities in Ribeira Grande](https://expedia.com/Things-To-Do-In-Ribeira-Grande.d3000377144.Travel-Guide-Activities) ## Cities near Ribeira Grande ![Adobe](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6177719/de8124fa-50cf-4e86-8f37-5e47a007460d.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) ### Porto Novo ![Boca de Coruja](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6339012/1961214f-7c05-4c2a-a5d0-26cd7b3c6d56.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) ### Boca de Coruja ![Paul](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/3000001186/b5733a1c-dcf0-4adc-be58-1f770c897cfc.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) ### Paul ## Explore a world of travel with Expedia - 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