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São Tomé-et-Príncipe

São Tomé is the capital and largest city of the Central African island country of São Tomé and Príncipe. Its name is Portuguese for "Saint Thomas".

Type City

Why go

  • Capital and the largest city of São Tomé and Príncipe.

History

São Tomé is the capital and largest city of the Central African island country of São Tomé and Príncipe. Its name is Portuguese for "Saint Thomas". Founded in the 15th century, it is one of Africa's oldest colonial cities.

Where things are

Centred on the region; individual places are not yet geocoded.

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Photographs

São Tomé-et-Príncipe
São Tomé-et-Príncipe
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When to go

Tourist season
May – September

The warmer, longer-day half of the year is the safest bet for a first visit.

Shoulder season
April, October

Cooler and quieter, with fewer visitors and better value.

Worth avoiding
Deep winter

Short days and the coldest weather — check local conditions before travelling.

Getting there & around

Getting there. We do not yet hold airport or rail details for São Tomé-et-Príncipe — check the official tourism sources below for the best routes in.

Getting around. Use the map above to orient yourself; nearby hotels, attractions and places to eat are listed from the live Ultimate data for São Tomé-et-Príncipe. Local transit details will be added as the guide is expanded.