Fundação Amílcar Cabral, Praia

#21 among attractions in Praia

History museum, Museum

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Fundação Amílcar Cabral (address: 5, Rua Dr. Julio Abreu) is a place located in Praia (Praia county) and belongs to the category of history museum, museum.

It is situated at an altitude of 108 feet, and its geographical coordinates are 14°55'2"N latitude and 23°30'29"W longitude.

Planning a visit to this place, one can easily and conveniently get there by public transportation. Fundação Amílcar Cabral is a short distance from the following public transport stations: Plateau Banco Interatlantico (bus, 3 min walk), Porto da Praia (ferry, 17 min walk).

Among other places and attractions worth visiting in the area are: Pro-Cathedral of Our Lady of Grace (church, 1 min walk), Praia Cathedral (church, 2 min walk), Avenida Andrade Corvo (street, 2 min walk).

Coordinates: 14°55'2"N, 23°30'29"W

Address

5, Rua Dr. Julio AbreuPraia CP 280 Cape Verde

Contact

+238 261 33 70

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Fundação Amílcar Cabral – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Nearby attractions include: Estádio da Várzea, Gimnodesportivo Vavá Duarte, Praia de Gamboa, Praça Alexandre Albuquerque.

~1460 ftW
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0.4 miSW
14°54'42"N • 23°30'39"W
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~400 ftNW
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Praça Alexandre Albuquerque, Praia
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~1380 ftN
Museum
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~1380 ftW
Concerts and shows, Theater
National Auditorium, Praia
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~180 ftW
Church
Pro-Cathedral of Our Lady of Grace, Praia
1 min walk • The Pro-Cathedral of Our Lady of Grace, a revered religious edifice, stands as a beacon of faith in the city of Praia, Cape Verde. This church, while not as ancient as some of its European counterparts, holds significant importance for the local Catholic community...
~610 ftN
14°55'8"N • 23°30'31"W
Mercado Municipal, Praia
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~710 ftSW
Monuments and statues, Lookout
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~660 ftN
Street, Historic walking areas
Rua 5 de Julho, Praia
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~1160 ftW
Arenas and stadiums, Library
National Library of Cape Verde, Praia
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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Which popular attractions are close to Fundação Amílcar Cabral?

Nearby attractions include Pro-Cathedral of Our Lady of Grace, Praia (1 min walk), Praia Cathedral, Praia (2 min walk), Avenida Andrade Corvo, Praia (2 min walk), Rua Patrice Lumumba, Praia (2 min walk).

How to get to Fundação Amílcar Cabral by public transport?

The nearest stations to Fundação Amílcar Cabral:

Bus

Plateau Banco Interatlantico • Lines: 10, 6, 8 (3 min walk)
Plateau-Comercio Geral Henia • Lines: 4, 6, 8 (6 min walk)

Ferry

Porto da Praia (17 min walk)