Fish Market

São Vicente Island

Cape Verde

Cape Verde is a place known for its tasty fish, caught along its coast. As it is an archipelago, consisting of small islands, it is always possible to find fresh fish in its markets. Learn why Mindelo’s fish market is a place to visit.

By Cape Verde Travel Guide

A vibrant location

Mindelo is the second largest city in Cape Verde. This makes your market in the morning a vibrant place.
People look for the fish just brought in by the fishermen to get the freshest and tastiest specimens. This morning bustle, ultimately makes the place vibrant and a good experience for those who want to see the local way of life.

Why visit?

Large variety of fish

In this market there is a wide variety of fish, with unique flavors. Tuna, is probably one of the best known and most caught, but also Mackerel, Whiting, Grouper, are some of the many fresh fish that the Cape Verdean seas have to offer. So if you are a fish lover and are thinking about cooking your own meal, the place to find it is here! The garish colors of the market and fish and the smell of the sea complements the sensory part of the experience.

A place full of smiles

Good mood is something that is never lacking in this market. And you still have the opportunity to hear, in Cape Verdean Creole, a “modi ki bo sta?” or “how are you?”, which is often a conversation starter with one of the vendors, who make you smile with their good mood.
The fish market is a simple yet fantastic place. Not to be missed on your visit to the island of São Vicente, near Mindelo’s Torre de Belém.