Timeline
17:38
Restaurante Marisqueira Rosita
Eat dinner at Restaurante Marisqueira Rosita. Order the local seafood; it is open until 23:00, so you have plenty of time before the sun goes down.
18:08
Walk up to the Museu Etnográfico to stretch your legs and browse the exhibits of Cape Verdean history. The museum closes at 18:00, so arrive before the doors shut.
18:23
Head to Praça Alexandre Albuquerque for the sunset. The sun sets toward the WSW around 18:23, casting golden light over the square marked by the four suits. Find a spot near the edges to watch the sky change.
18:53
End the evening at Quintal da Música. It is a short walk from the square where you can listen to national and traditional music while having a drink.
Local tip
The museum has specific opening hours for the afternoon (14:00-18:00). Make sure you leave enough time to see the exhibits before it closes at sunset.
Check before you go
- Museu Etnográfico closes at 18:00 on weekdays. Plan to enter by 17:45 to see the exhibits before the sunset.
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