The beaches and other outdoor surroundings create an inviting atmosphere in Santa Maria. Travellers to this relaxing city praise the zoo, cheese shops and coffee shops. A holiday rental can help make your stay complete—many rentals come with a full kitchen and laundry facilities.
Whether you're an adventurous traveller or just want to appreciate the scenery, Santa Maria is a great place to spend some time outside. These are a few of the area's noteworthy natural features, all within 30 miles (48.2 km) of the city centre:
If you're planning a holiday around warm-weather activities, September, October, August and November are the hottest months to visit, when temperatures average 26°C.
The closest airport is in Sal Island (SID-Amilcar Cabral Intl.), located 9.6 mi (15.4 km) from the city centre. If you can't find a flight that works for your travel itinerary, you could book a flight to Boa Vista Island (BVC-Aristides Pereira Intl.), which is 32.2 mi (51.8 km) away.