The islet of Sal Rei has ruins of the historic Duque de Braganca Fort. On a short walk from the beach of Chave towards the south, you will arrive at Rabil that has several sites of touristic interest, one of them being the church of S. Roque. This is the oldest church on the island of Boavista, which was constructed in 1801 AD. You will also come across a ceramic factory where you can gather a first hand knowledge on making ceramic items. To get off the beaten track, you can set out on a biking expedition. Besides, there are plenty of opportunities to indulge in various water sports activities such as fishing, diving, and windsurfing. You can make this place as a base and set on a fascinating ferry journey to the islands of Santiago in Praia, Maio in Vila do Maio, and Sal in Santa-Maria. To get the most out of your vacation, make any of the holiday rentals Sal Rei Cape Verde as your lodging option.

One of the best times to visit Sal Rei is during the New Year celebration. The first day of the year is celebrated with great pomp and aplomb in this city where the locals dance hand-in-hand with one another to the beautiful tune of the island music. The cuisine is rich and varied, primarily based on fish. The local restaurants serve some of the extremely delicious delicacies. Variety is noticeable in the local shops too. Popular buys include ceramic items, objects made of coconut shells and horns, clay dolls, straw hats, etc. Most of the holiday apartments Sal Rei located at a stone's throw from the shops and restaurants of the city.