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Maputo: City Tour (Historical and Cultural Highlights)

By Trip to Mozambique
Free cancellation available
The previous price was NZ$77 and current price is NZ$73 per adult
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  • Free cancellation available
  • 4h
  • Mobile voucher
  • Instant confirmation
  • Multiple languages

Overview

Explore the vibrant capital of Mozambique on a guided walking tour that delves into Maputo's rich history, culture, and architecture. Begin at Independence Square, where you’ll admire the statue of Samora Machel, then stroll to the stunning Cathedral of Our Lady of the Immaculate Conception. Visit the historic Maputo Fortress and the Central Railway Station, renowned for its beautiful design. Immerse yourself in the local atmosphere at the Mercado Central before unwinding in the serene Jardim Tunduru. This tour includes water, and entry fees, providing a complete and enjoyable experience in just a few hours.

  • Guided walking tour of Maputo's key historical sites
  • Includes soft drinks, water, juice, and snacks
  • Highlights include Independence Square, Maputo Fortress, and Mercado Central
  • Suitable for all ages, with assistance provided throughout the trip

Activity location

  • Metropolitan Cathedral of Our Lady of Conception
    • Av. 24 de Julho
    • 1100, Maputo, Mozambique

Meeting/Redemption Point

  • Catedral de Maputo
    • Rua da Rádio
    • Maputo, Maputo, Mozambique

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Maputo History Stories and Lifestyle Tour in English
  • Activity duration is 4 hours4h
    4h
  • Opening hours: Sat 8:00 am-5:30 pm
  • English
Price details
NZ$76.90
NZ$73.06 x 1 AdultNZ$73.06
Total
The previous price was NZ$76.90 and current price is NZ$73.06
5% off

What's included, what's not

  • What's includedWhat's included
    Entrance fee

Know before you book

  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transport options are available nearby
  • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
  • Not recommended for travellers with spinal injuries
  • Not recommended for pregnant travellers
  • Not recommended for travellers with poor cardiovascular health
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Activity itinerary

Metropolitan Cathedral of Our Lady of Conception

  • 10m
The city's main Catholic church, built in the 1940s in a modern European style. It represents Portuguese religious influence and continues to be an important spiritual site for the local population.

Praca da Independencia

  • 10m
The political and symbolic centre of the country, where Mozambique's independence was proclaimed in 1975. Here you will find the statue of Samora Machel and important government buildings.

Tunduru Botanical Gardens

  • 10m
Botanical garden designed during the colonial period with European influence. It features centuries-old tropical trees, sculptures, and recreational areas, making it one of the most important green spaces in the city.

Casa de Ferro (The Iron House)

  • 15m
A 19th-century prefabricated iron building, often associated with the workshop of Gustave Eiffel. It was designed as the governor's residence, but proved too hot for tropical habitation. Today it is one of the city's most curious architectural icons.

Museu dos CFM

  • 10m
Considered one of the most beautiful railway stations in Africa, it was inaugurated in 1916 during the Portuguese colonial period. It served as a strategic link between the port of Maputo and the gold mines of South Africa, making the city an important commercial centre in the region. Today it represents the beginning of the urban and economic growth of the capital.

Mercado Central de Maputo

  • 10m
One of the oldest and most authentic markets in the city, opened at the beginning of the 20th century. Here visitors find fresh tropical fruits, spices, fish, seafood, local products and traditional stalls. It is the ideal place to understand the daily life of Maputo residents, the importance of local agriculture and the country's cultural diversity.

Fortaleza of Maputo

  • 10m
  • Admission ticket included
Built in the 18th century to protect the city from invasions, it was the first permanent defensive point of what was then Lourenço Marques. It currently functions as a historical museum, preserving cannons, colonial artefacts, and the memory of the city's founding.

FEIMA - Feira de Artesanato, Flores e Gastronomica

  • 15m
Maputo's main craft market, where local artists sell wood carvings, paintings, and traditional products. It allows direct contact with the local culture and economy.

Location

Activity location

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    Metropolitan Cathedral of Our Lady of Conception
    • Av. 24 de Julho
    • 1100, Maputo, Mozambique

Meeting/Redemption Point

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    Catedral de Maputo
    • Rua da Rádio
    • Maputo, Maputo, Mozambique

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