5 de Julho Street

The place to go shopping in Praia

Want to do some shopping in Cidade da Praia but don’t know where? The answer you are looking for is probably Rua 5 de Julho, where you will find some of the city’s most important boutiques, technology stores, etc.

Why visit?

Craftsmanship and culture

In addition to stores selling clothes and other utensils, it is possible to find on this street spaces dedicated to the sale of handicrafts, which allow you to remember the land of the morabeza, taking a bit of the local culture with you.

Street Artists and Events

Sometimes, especially on festival days or at busier times, it is possible to be surprised by the beautiful music or other forms of artistic expression of the local street artists along Rua 5 de Julho, on the capital island in Cape Verde. On special dates, sometimes concerts or local fairs also take place on this emblematic street.

Its historical importance

Important since colonial times, this street got its new name that corresponds to the date of Cape Verde’s independence.
These are some of the reasons why you should visit this iconic street in Cape Verde.

Care to be taken

Although it is a somewhat busy street you should go with someone when visiting this place, especially at night, and take some care with your belongings.