Mindelo

Mindelo is on the island of São Vicente. Mindelo is the cultural capital of Cape Verde. You'll hear traditional music commonly played in restaurants around town.

Travel to Mindelo

16.885|-24.989}} From the airport at São Pedro taxis take you to Mindelo for 800$ during the day and 1000$ in the evening.

You can also walk the 100m from the airport up to the primary street. From there it is probably feasible to flag down an aluguer.

The port at Mindelo has regular ferries across to Porto Novo on Santo Antão.

How to get around in Mindelo

A lot of the town is walkable. Local buses travel some limited routes and taxis are common.

Top Muslim Travel Tips for Mindelo

Walking tour

Starting at Praça Nova (officially named Praça Amilcar Cabral) walk south past the historic CV Telecom building. Continue until you reach the Alliance Francaise. Diagonally opposite is Chava d'Ouro which is a good place for lunch and dinner or coffee and cake. Turn right into Rua Libertadores d'Africa to reach the eagle monument at the shore. Turn left to head south again past the Torre de Belem and the fish market where the road curves left to enter Praça Independencia and a general market. A narrow road bisects the square. Follow it north past the church, parliament and Mercado Municipal indoor market. Turn right after the market to reach Palácio do Povo. Turn left here and follow Avenida Baltazar Lopes da Silva north until Rua Patrice Lumumba. Turning left here returns you to Praça Nova.

From here you can head west past Hotel Mindel and its terraced bar restaurant and reach a small beach in the harbour. Head north along the road to reach the port. The boat for Santo Antão leaves from here. Looking back along the coast gives you the best view of the city.

If you still have time and energy a 20min walk to the north will take you around the headland, through the port area to a pleasant and popular beach in the next bay. From here you can walk or take a bus back to town.

Halal Restaurants in Mindelo

The most famous Capverdian dish is the catchupa, which you can get at any stand in the Quiosque Praça Nova, expect to pay around $200 (2€) for a catchupa or a feijoada with fish. There are also several cafés between Praça Nova and Rua Lisboa (Café Dalia, Café Confiança, etc.)

• Pica Pau - Excellent lobster

• Restaurante Chave Douro - 16.886694, -24.988360 - Mains from 500-800$

• Pizzeria O Cocktail - Avenida 5 de Julho 16.88875, -24.98802 from $400 Nice Pizzas.Live music (mornas) on Thursday to Sunday.

• Restaurant Anchote - Alto S. Nicolau - Rua Irmas do Amor de Deus 16.889883, -24.990396 ☎ +238 232 39 16 Mains from 500-2100$ Good atmosphere and a great seafood selection. Live music on Saturday nights (100$ extra charge).

• Gaudi 5, Rua Sanador Vera Cruz On the small street next to the Mercado Municipal ☎ +238 951 26 34 French cuisine with an African touch. Probably the only place in Cape Verde with a kitchen close to fine dining

• La bodeguita de Mindelo - end of Travessa do Cadamostro 16.88863, -24.98482 $600 Caribbean food. It is common to see Capeverdians play the guitar.

• affordable grog (rum) and pontche in the local bars of rua Santo Antonio

• Quiosque Praça Nova - Avenida 5 de Julho 16.889532, -24.987811 ☎ +238 232 70 50 Outdoor cafe bar in Praça Nova

• La bodeguita de Mindelo - end of Travessa do Cadamostro 16.888603, -24.984836 - Play urim and listen (or sing!) with capverdians, write your name on the walls.

• Mindel Hotel Bar - Av 5 de Julho 16.889194, -24.988661Just off Praça Nova to the west - Has an outside terrace

• Café Lisboa - Rua Lisboa 16.886522, -24.987856 - 70s-80s rock music

eHalal Group Launches Halal Guide to Mindelo

Mindelo - eHalal Travel Group, a leading provider of innovative Halal travel solutions for Muslim travelers to Mindelo, is thrilled to announce the official launch of its comprehensive Halal and Muslim-Friendly Travel Guide for Mindelo. This groundbreaking initiative aims to cater to the diverse needs of Muslim travelers, offering them a seamless and enriching travel experience in Mindelo and its surrounding regions.

With the steady growth of Muslim tourism worldwide, eHalal Travel Group recognizes the importance of providing Muslim travelers with accessible, accurate, and up-to-date information to support their travel aspirations to Mindelo. The Halal and Muslim-Friendly Travel Guide is designed to be a one-stop resource, offering an array of invaluable information on various travel aspects, all carefully curated to align with Islamic principles and values.

The Travel Guide encompasses a wide range of features that will undoubtedly enhance the travel experience for Muslim visitors to Mindelo. Key components include:

Halal-Friendly Accommodations inMindelo: A carefully selected list of hotels, lodges, and vacation rentals that cater to halal requirements, ensuring a comfortable and welcoming stay for Muslim travelers in Mindelo.

Halal Food, Restaurants and Dining in Mindelo: A comprehensive directory of restaurants, eateries, and food outlets offering halal-certified or halal-friendly options in Mindelo, allowing Muslim travelers to savor local cuisines without compromising their dietary preferences in Mindelo.

Prayer Facilities: Information on masjids, prayer rooms, and suitable locations for daily prayers in Mindelo, ensuring ease and convenience for Muslim visitors in fulfilling their religious obligations.

Local Attractions: An engaging compilation of Muslim-friendly attractions, cultural sites such as Museums, and points of interest in Mindelo, enabling travelers to explore the city's rich heritage while adhering to their values.

Transport and Logistics: Practical guidance on transportation options that accommodate Muslim travel needs, ensuring seamless movement within Mindelo and beyond.

Speaking about the launch, Irwan Shah, Chief Technology Officer of eHalal Travel Group in Mindelo, stated, "We are thrilled to introduce our Halal and Muslim-Friendly Travel Guide in Mindelo, a Muslim friendly destination known for its cultural richness and historical significance. Our goal is to empower Muslim travelers with accurate information and resources, enabling them to experience the wonders of Mindelo without any concerns about their faith-based requirements. This initiative reaffirms our commitment to creating inclusive and memorable travel experiences for all our clients."

The eHalal Travel Group's Halal and Muslim-Friendly Travel Guide for Mindelo is now accessible on this page. The guide will be regularly updated to ensure that Muslim travelers have access to the latest information, thus reinforcing its status as a reliable companion for Muslim travelers exploring Mindelo.

About eHalal Travel Group:

eHalal Travel Group Mindelo is a prominent name in the global Muslim travel industry, dedicated to providing innovative and all-inclusive travel solutions tailored to the needs of Muslim travelers worldwide. With a commitment to excellence and inclusivity, eHalal Travel Group aims to foster a seamless travel experience for its clients while respecting their religious and cultural values.

For Halal business inquiries in Mindelo, please contact:

eHalal Travel Group Mindelo Media: info@ehalal.io

Muslim Friendly Hotels

• Chave Douro - avenida 5 de Julho 16.88712, -24.98826 - 1000$ (~10€) - A basic hostel with rooms for 1-2. Located in the center. You can bargain the price if you stay more than a few days.

• Residencial Maravilha - 16.889492, -24.989644 - 4500$ double incl. breakfast Checkout: 12:00 A charming place with friendly management.

• Foya Branca - Sao Pedro - Island of Sao Vicente CP 781 ☎ +238 230 74 00
• Residencial Beleza - @leza.com Rua Oficinas Navais, Caixa Postal 93A, S. Vicente ☎ +238 2324094, +238 29839183 - Bed and breakfast hotel with wireless internet in all the rooms. There is a cybercafé, a bar where you can try exotic drinks and a restaurant on the terrace of the hotel with a great panoramic view over Mindelo and the sea.

• Casa Colonial - Rua 24 de Setembro Centro Historico ☎ +238 9238206 40 Euros Check-in: 11.00 / Check-out: 12.00 Classic Mindelo - in Style and Value.; Casa Colonial is a beautifully restored historic home in the heart of Mindelo and the cultural capital of Cape Verde, on the island of São Vicente. The house is one of the oldest homes in the City and is perfectly located in a quiet residential street within meters of the Presidential Palace and the cafés, restaurants, bars, and retail outlets of Rua Lisboa. Mindelo bay and the Marina and the Historic Fort, and Ponta D’Agua resort are 2 mins by foot. Laginha Beach is just 10 mins by foot. ; Casa Colonial has four large double bedrooms, two reception rooms, a dining room, reading room, study, fully equipped kitchen, utility room, and 4 wet-rooms each with open plan shower and w/c. The accommodation is very flexible with three King-sized 4-poster beds and six large single beds. The house can sleep a maximum of 12 guests in 7 separate rooms and is ideal for couples, families, and groups. All the furniture is handmade from solid mahogany by local, skilled craftsmen. The floors and ceilings throughout the property are mahogany and the kitchen and wet-rooms are finished with local, handmade tiles.

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Go to Santo Antão: a different island with magical landscapes. At least two boats a day leave from Mindelo to Porto Novo for 300$ (tickets can be purchased at the harbour)Copyright 2015 - 2024. All Rights reserved by eHalal Group Co., Ltd.
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