Location: Maputo
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Maputo, the lush capital of Mozambique, sits on the shore of the Indian Ocean. Founded as a port town by the Portuguese, the influence of travelers and traders from Africa, Asia, and Europe, has made the city a diverse and lively metropolis. The area is famous for its prawns in peri-peri sauce, a spicy concoction made from an especially hot African chili pepper. Calm down your taste buds afterwards with a beer at one of the many bars and nightclubs in the Fere de Populare neighborhood.
Restaurants in Maputo
1. Inhaca Island
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 282 reviews
Reviewed By tabbybartels - Maputo, Mozambique
Went there with a small fishing dhow, was one of my most unique experiences as a pod of dolphins passed by while on our way to the island.
2. Paroquia Santo Antonio
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 145 reviews
Reviewed By MaryleneS - Maputo, Mozambique
Also known in town as the lemon-squeezer, this church is a landmark not to be missed when visiting Maputo. Its shape is particular and recognizable among all. The contrast of its materials: rough concrete and delicate stain steel is to be mentioned. Its games of light created by the disposition of the stain glasses inside is adding to the particularities of the place. The church is open to the public for visits but also for worshipping.
3. Maputo Elephant Reserve (Reserva Especial de Maputo)
Overall Ratings
4.0 based on 99 reviews
Mozambique’s southern province of Maputo is home to this reserve, a sandy and humid habitat that is still working to replenish its wildlife population that was destroyed in 1970s civil wartime.
Reviewed By annemarieo946 - Alenquer, Portugal
A very charming nature reserve close to Maputo with a great variety of animals to be seen, plenty of signs warning about the elephants, although one elephant was having a bad day, lovely visit.
4. Maputo Central Train Station
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4.0 based on 605 reviews
Reviewed By ubauba66 - South Africa, null
Old but well managed building. Train station terminal at downtown Maputo, in front of the lady statue from the colonial era. Busy place. Difficult to get parking. Closer to the harbour and Fortaleza De Maputo. Also advisible to visit ... historical monuments ...
5. FEIMA - Feira de Artesanato, Flores e Gastronomica
Overall Ratings
4.0 based on 331 reviews
Reviewed By Yachal_D - Durban, South Africa
This was an amazing stop! The market is gorgeous with vendors selling everything you can think of. The market is also surrounded by a nursery and has a few restaurants/cafe/bars which serve nice cold beers on tap. The kids area needs a little TLC but our toddler enjoyed walking around.
6. Cathedral of Our Lady of the Immaculate Conception
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4.0 based on 159 reviews
Reviewed By Culture04422714881 - Maputo, Mozambique
The cathedral is what it's called. Unique, spectacular, a true work of centuries-old architecture. The exterior view offers an unimaginable beauty, but the interior of the cathedral is where the imagination went beyond. I recommend that you visit the interior to get an idea of what I mean.
7. Tunduru Botanical Gardens
8. Mercado Central de Maputo
Overall Ratings
3.5 based on 164 reviews
Reviewed By ubauba66 - South Africa, null
Down town Maputo. Busy place. If you are looking local market with fresh food and goods, you are at the right place. Please be careful with any value objects in the car and wallet/ purse. It is a good great place to shop. ..
9. Museu De Historia Natural de Maputo
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3.5 based on 222 reviews
Reviewed By Hugo_2030 - Helsinki, Finland
This is an interesting natural history museum with impressive exhibitions of wildlife in Mozambique. A very interesting part is a small etnographic section on different peoples of Mozambique.
10. Casa de Ferro (The Iron House)
Overall Ratings
3.5 based on 239 reviews
Reviewed By ubauba66 - South Africa, null
Historical monument from the colonial era... Amazing iron structure... Advisible to visit ... near Botanical Garden ...
