About Maputo
Maputo is the capital of Mozambique, home to around 1,254,837 people.
Best time
The dry season for the most comfortable travel
Weather
Largely warm year-round with distinct wet and dry seasons
Experiences
Things to do in Maputo
1
Maputo Fortress
2
Tunduru Botanical Gardens
3
Maputo City Hall
4
Mercado Central
5
Praça dos Trabalhadores
6
Cathedral of Our Lady of the Immaculate Conception
7
Saint Anthony Catholic Church
8
Museum of the Revolution
Budget travel
Free things to do in Maputo
Tunduru Botanical Gardens
Cathedral of Our Lady of the Immaculate Conception
Saint Anthony Catholic Church
Mostly free or pay-what-you-like — always double-check opening times and any seasonal fees before you go.
Plan your trip
Suggested itinerary
- 1
Day 1
Icons & landmarks
- Visit Maputo Fortress
- Visit Tunduru Botanical Gardens
- Visit Maputo City Hall
- Eat at Cantinho do Brasil
- 2
Day 2
Culture & neighborhoods
- Visit Mercado Central
- Visit Praça dos Trabalhadores
- Visit Cathedral of Our Lady of the Immaculate Conception
- Eat at Mercado Janeta
- 3
Day 3
Markets, parks & hidden corners
- Visit Saint Anthony Catholic Church
- Visit Museum of the Revolution
- Eat at Mamma Mia
Where to eat
Cantinho do Brasil
Mercado Janeta
Mamma Mia
Mimmos
Piri Piri
Mercado do Peixe
Mundos
Maputo Waterfront
Where to stay
- Fatima's Place
- The Base Backpackers
- Maputo B&B, Backpackers
- Pestana Rovuma
- Massala Beach Resort
Shopping
- Ecobank
- Coconut Club, Maputo
Nightlife
- La Dolce Vita
- Havana Bar
Museums & culture
- Cathedral of Our Lady of the Immaculate Conception
- Saint Anthony Catholic Church
- Museum of the Revolution
In pictures
Maputo gallery
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