Sao Tome city sightseeing
Map of Highlight os Sao Tome city
Tour stops:
- São Tomé International Airport
- O Bigodes
- Praia do Lagarto
- Chocolate Factory
- Banco Internacional de São Tomé e Príncipe - Banco
- Praca de Independencia
- STP Airways
- Central Post Office
- Marcelo Da Veiga Cinema
- Parque Popular
- Largo das Alfandegas
- National Museum
- Star Fort
- Rio Água Grande
- Presidential Palace
- Cathedral of São Tomé
- Portuguese Cultural Center
- Centro Policlínico
- Polícia Nacional
- Embassy of Portugal
- City Hall
- National Library
- Arquivo Histórico de São Tomé e Príncipe
- Club Nautico
- National Lyceum
- Estadio Nacional 12 de Julho
- Fortí de São Jerónimo
- São Tomé Surf Club Santana
After settling in, your first stop is 'O Bigodes', a well-known local restaurant by the sea, where you can enjoy fresh, delicious seafood and the famous "Calulu", a traditional Sao Tomean dish. The restaurant offers a relaxed atmosphere and is a great introduction to the local cuisine and culture.
Next, we visit Praia do Lagarto, a charming and tranquil beach where you can indulge in sunbathing and swimming in the clear waters. It's the perfect spot to relax and take in the beauty of São Tomé's coastline.
A real treat for the senses awaits you at the local Chocolate Factory. São Tomé is renowned for its cocoa production, and the chocolate factory presents the perfect opportunity to taste chocolate made from the finest locally sourced cocoa. A tour of the facility can also be arranged to see the bean-to-bar process.
Then, we'll take a walk around the Banco Internacional de São Tomé e Príncipe. While it might seem unusual to visit a bank, this building is an integral part of the country's rich history and economy. Nearby, we find the Praca de Independencia, a significant square that marks the heart of the city, where many cultural festivities take place.
As we move through the bustling city streets, we'll come across the Central Post Office, an excellent representation of Portuguese colonial architecture, and the Marcelo Da Veiga Cinema, which is a key entertainment location for local residents.
Parque Popular is a park with daily life, where you can enjoy a stroll and soak in the local atmosphere. Nearby, Largo das Alfandegas is another bustling area filled with the local charm.
History enthusiasts will enjoy the National Museum which houses a wealth of information about the country's past, including colonial artifacts and exhibitions that detail the island's cultural heritage. Close by stands the Star Fort, which once served as a defense outpost and offers a glimpse into the country's colonial history.
The Rio Água Grande is a natural landmark where you can enjoy a peaceful moment by the riverside, listening to the gentle flow of water. Moving into the political heart of the city, the Presidential Palace stands as a symbol of the nation's governance, while the grand Cathedral of São Tomé sits as a spiritual center and architectural gem with its colonial influences.
For art and literary interests, the Portuguese Cultural Center offers insight into the rich cultural interactions between São Tomé and Portugal. The National Library underscores the nation's commitment to progress and education.
A stroll past the Polícia Nacional and the Embassy of Portugal will lead you to the City Hall, where local administration takes place. Nearby, the Arquivo Histórico de São Tomé e Príncipe is a treasure trove for history buffs looking to delve deeper into the nation's archival records.
For those seeking leisurely pursuits, the Club Nautico offers water-based activities, while the National Lyceum and Estadio Nacional 12 de Julho show the importance of education and sports in the city.
No tour would be complete without exploring São Tomé's military history at Fort de São Jerónimo, a true historical landscape. Eventually, the adventurous can find themselves at the São Tomé Surf Club Santana, where the ocean waves beckon surf enthusiasts of all levels.
Picture Galley of São Tomé city