Discover Santa Cruz
Santa Cruz is a coastal city located on the northwestern tip of the Cape Verde archipelago in the Atlantic Ocean. The city is home to some of the most spectacular beaches with crystal clear waters and breathtaking panoramas along its coast. Santa Cruz's tropical climate makes it an ideal place for sunseekers and beachgoers.
The city offers plenty to do, from visiting historical sites such as Forte Real de Sao Filipe, Museu Municipal de Santa Cruz or Casa das Memorias, to enjoying some of its cultural events like Festival da Cancao Cabo-verdiana or Cantata Crioula. These events provide an insight into local culture and cuisine and are a great way to get a taste of life in Cape Verdean cities like Santa Cruz.
Among other activities available to visitors are shopping at markets in nearby Praia, taking boat trips from local piers or strolling around town sampling traditional snacks like bolo di mel (honey cake) or cachupa rica (slow-cooked corn stew). Of course no visit would be complete without stopping by one of many beach bars for an ice cold Limonada gaseifa (lemon soda), while gazing over views that will make you fall in love with this destination!
The city offers plenty to do, from visiting historical sites such as Forte Real de Sao Filipe, Museu Municipal de Santa Cruz or Casa das Memorias, to enjoying some of its cultural events like Festival da Cancao Cabo-verdiana or Cantata Crioula. These events provide an insight into local culture and cuisine and are a great way to get a taste of life in Cape Verdean cities like Santa Cruz.
Among other activities available to visitors are shopping at markets in nearby Praia, taking boat trips from local piers or strolling around town sampling traditional snacks like bolo di mel (honey cake) or cachupa rica (slow-cooked corn stew). Of course no visit would be complete without stopping by one of many beach bars for an ice cold Limonada gaseifa (lemon soda), while gazing over views that will make you fall in love with this destination!