Title: 10 TOP Things to Do in Ribeira Grande April 2026 | Expedia.co.uk [Hotels in Ribeira Grande](https://expedia.co.uk/Ribeira-Grande-Hotels.d3000377144.Travel-Guide-Hotels)[Ribeira Grande Car Hire](https://expedia.co.uk/Compare-Cheap-Car-Hire-In-Ribeira-Grande.d3000377144.Car-Hire-Guide)[Ribeira Grande Holidays](https://expedia.co.uk/Ribeira-Grande.d3000377144.Holidays-City-Breaks) # What to do in Ribeira Grande ## Activities, attractions and tours ## Visit Ribeira Grande Types of activities [Ribeira Grande travel guide](https://expedia.co.uk/Ribeira-Grande.dx3000377144) ![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) ## Ribeira Grande Attractions Let Expedia help you to experience the best that Ribeira Grande has to offer! If you’re planning a trip to Ribeira Grande, we can provide you with a list of the top sightseeing attractions, as well as helping you to find unmissable activities. 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[Learn about One Key](https://www.expedia.co.uk/welcome-one-key) --- ## Recommended things to do in Ribeira Grande | Number of things to do | 15 | | ------------------------------- | ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- | | Cheapest thing to do on Expedia | [Santo Antão: Hike Ponta do Sol - Fontainhas - Cruzinha](/things-to-do/santo-antao-hike-ponta-do-sol-fontainhas-cruzinha.a3193715.activity-details): £69 | | 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 the highlights of Santo Antão from Mindelo](/things-to-do/santo-antao-discover-this-amazing-island-in-1-day.a45935660.activity-details)[Discover Santo Antão: Day Trip by Car or Guided Trek](/things-to-do/welcome-to-santo-antao.a2161398.activity-details)[Santo Antão Day Trip by Car – Explore Island Highlights](/things-to-do/santo-antao-highlights-by-car.a49644108.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) | | Half-day tours | [Santo Antão: Walk Ponta do Sol to Fontainhas, Picturesque Village](/things-to-do/santo-antao-walk-ponta-do-sol-to-fontainhas-picturesque-village.a50021996.activity-details) | | With kids | [Discover the highlights of Santo Antão from Mindelo](/things-to-do/santo-antao-discover-this-amazing-island-in-1-day.a45935660.activity-details)[Discover Santo Antão: Day Trip by Car or Guided Trek](/things-to-do/welcome-to-santo-antao.a2161398.activity-details)[Santo Antão Day Trip by Car – Explore Island Highlights](/things-to-do/santo-antao-highlights-by-car.a49644108.activity-details)[Santo Antão: Full Day Island Tour & Visit to Cova de Paúl](/things-to-do/santo-antao-full-day-island-tour-visit-to-cova-de-paul.a44631301.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) | ## What to do in Ribeira Grande --- ### Popular places to visit #### Cruzinha Find out about the history of Ribeira Grande with a stop at Cruzinha. Amble around the area's beaches or visit its monuments. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Cruzinha-Ribeira-Grande.d553248621532404040.Attraction) #### Ponta do Sol Town Hall 4/5(1 review) 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.co.uk/Ponta-Do-Sol-Town-Hall-Ribeira-Grande.d553248621560505594.Attraction) #### Chã da Igreja Find out about the history of Ribeira Grande with a stop at Chã da Igreja. Stroll along the beaches or discover the area's volcano viewpoints. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Cha-Da-Igreja-Ribeira-Grande.d553248621532404041.Attraction) #### Ponta do Sol Church After visiting Ponta do Sol Church, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Ponta do Sol. Stroll along the beaches or discover the area's volcano viewpoints. 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Check [things to do near me](https://www.expedia.co.uk/things-to-do-near-me) to find and book the best things to do, fun activities, and top attractions wherever you happen to be. --- ## Day trip destinations from 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 ![Paul](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/3000001186/b5733a1c-dcf0-4adc-be58-1f770c897cfc.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) ### Paul ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Ribeira Grande worth visiting? ### How do I spend a day in Ribeira Grande? ### What is the top tourist attraction in Ribeira Grande? ### Is three days enough to stay in Ribeira Grande? ### Is Ribeira Grande a walkable city? ### What are some activities to do in Ribeira Grande with kids? > - [Discover the highlights of Santo Antão from Mindelo](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/santo-antao-discover-this-amazing-island-in-1-day.a45935660.activity-details) > - [Discover Santo Antão: Day Trip by Car or Guided Trek](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/welcome-to-santo-antao.a2161398.activity-details) > - [Santo Antão Day Trip by Car – Explore Island Highlights](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/santo-antao-highlights-by-car.a49644108.activity-details) > - [Santo Antão: Full Day Island Tour & Visit to Cova de Paúl](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/santo-antao-full-day-island-tour-visit-to-cova-de-paul.a44631301.activity-details) > - [Full-Day Island Tour in Santo Antão with Lunch Included](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/full-day-island-tour-in-santo-antao-with-lunch-included.a5183041.activity-details) ### What to do in Ribeira Grande for adults? ### Are there free things to do in Ribeira Grande? ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/mad-service/footer/bnaBanners/BEX_Footer.jpg) ## Go further with the Expedia app Save on select hotels when you book in 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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