10 Things to do in Blantyre That You Shouldn't Miss

April 10, 2022 Matilde Konrad

Blantyre (UK: /ˈblænˌtaɪə/) is Malawi's centre of finance and commerce, and its second largest city, with an estimated 1,068,681 inhabitants as of 2015. It is sometimes referred to as the commercial and industrial capital of Malawi as opposed to the political capital, Lilongwe. It is the capital of the country's Southern Region as well as the Blantyre District.
Restaurants in Blantyre

1. The Responsible Safari Company - Private Day Tours

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The Responsible Safari Company - Private Day Tours

The Responsible Safari Company is the best choice to get off the beaten track in Malawi. We provide both half day tours around Lilongwe and Blantyre and multi-day tours all around Malawi. RSC is about real travel experiences and authentic adventures in Malawi.

2. Afroventures Overland Touring

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Afroventures Overland Touring

Afroventures is a Malawi based overland touring company that provides motorcycle tours across the SADC and COMESA regions. Tours can be guided or self-guided or indviduals or groups can hire for self planned trips.

3. Nyasa Adventures

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Nyasa Adventures

Nyasa Adventures are a specialist tour operator that offers Day Trips from Blantyre. We also offer tailor made tours across Malawi.

4. Cycle Malawi

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Cycle Malawi

Cycle tours visiting Malawi's highlights and attractions. Self guided & full supported cycling tours. Discover and explore mountain forest woodlands, lakeside village beaches, crop plantations and wildlife region. Day Tours, Overnight Tours and Multi-day tours. Create your own bike tour or ride one of our suggested routes and trails. Bike rentals available too! Ride in the warm heart of Africa.

5. Tiyamike Sewing

6 Chiuta Close Namiwawa, Blantyre Malawi +265 992 72 22 46 [email protected] http://www.tiyamikesewing.com
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Tiyamike Sewing

We are a charity with a vision to demonstrate the love of God by empowering underprivileged women in Malawi. We offer free sewing and skills classes to women so they can better provide for themselves and their families. Our shop stocks a large variety of beautiful products handmade by graduates from our program. All profits go back to the women and to keeping the work of Tiyamike Sewing going so we can continue to empower women.

Reviewed By lizmjames78 - Blantyre, Malawi

Tiyamike makes beautiful toys, bunting, bags, clothes and home decor items. Don't miss their lovely shop when you visit Blantyre, you'll be sure of a warm welcome.

6. The Way of the Cross/ Njira ya Mtanda

Start from St. James Parish Church Chilomoni High Road, Blantyre 123 Malawi +265 882 67 65 39 [email protected]
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The Way of the Cross/ Njira ya Mtanda

The Way of the Cross is a Pilgrimage Trail available all-year round to Tourists, Pilgrims and anybody who wants to experience an extraordinary vista of natural scenery as well as taking part in a spiritually refreshing journey. The Story of the Way of the Cross begins in old Yugoslavia, Europe and is the world's 2nd KRIZEVAC (Croatian for Cross Mountain). Guided Tours Available in English or Chichewa.

7. The Society of Malawi Library

Old Manager's House Kaoshiung Road, Mandala, Blantyre Malawi +265 1 872 617 [email protected] http://www.societyofmalawi.org/libarchives.php
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The Society of Malawi Library

The Society of Malawi Library and Archive is housed on the first floor of Mandala House, a National Monument. It boasts a wide collection of books, journals, photographs about Africa in general with a special interest to Malawi. The library focuses on maintaining the history and heritage of Malawi.Below the library is a national art gallery which features artworks of great artists in Malawi.

Mandala Road, Blantyre Malawi +265 1 810 932 http://www.bizmalawionline.com
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La Caverna Art Gallery

9. St Michael and All Angels Church

Chileka Road, Blantyre Malawi
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St Michael and All Angels Church

10. Serendib Hair Day Spa

Off Chilomoni Ring Road, Blantyre Malawi +265 212 400 402 https://www.facebook.com/Serendib-Hair-Salon-Day-Spa-269918346717071/home?ref=page_internal
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Serendib Hair Day Spa

We offer exceptional spa services and the trained hands of our experts pamper your body, soothe your mind and re-energize your soul. Our spa offers massages, manicures, pedicures, facials and waxing.

Reviewed By MrsOkenzie05

Words fail me on how i can express my gratitude to Serendip and Thilina for the amazing birthday treats prepared for my husband. The massage was just absolutely great and the wonderful customer service topped up everything.

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