Maputo: Highlights Tour with Local Beer Tasting
Mozambique
Explore Maputo with professional and knowledgeble tour guides who will not only explain the history of the city and country, but also entertain you with stories of local people through the main stops.
Maputo Walking Tour: Architecture, History, and Local Culture
This half-day walking tour explores Maputo's key historical sites and local culture, ideal for visitors interested in architecture and the city's heritage.
Highlights
- Explore Maputo's unique architecture and historical landmarks.
- Visit main city highlights that transport you to ancient Maputo.
- Sample local drinks and fruit while learning about Mozambican culture and traditions.
Description
The tour begins at the Fortress of Our Lady of Conception, where you'll learn about the resistance of the Gaza Empire. Next, visit the Maputo Railway Station, ranked third by Time Magazine, including its museum. Nearby is Africa's longest suspension bridge.
Continue to the colorful mosque in the oldest part of the city, an area historically inhabited by Indian communities during Lourenço Marques times. Behind the mosque, admire murals painted by Coana, and stop at a local bar to try Mozambican beer.
The Central Market offers a chance to sample locally produced fruit and see the foods Mozambicans eat daily. At Tunduro Gardens, observe fruit bats hanging from the trees. The final stop is the Iron House, designed by architect Gustav Eiffel, which also houses an art gallery.
Includes
- Entry tickets to the Fortress and Train Station Museum
Excludes
- Hotel pickup and drop-off
- Gratuities
Easy Cancellation
Cancel up to 24 hours in advance for a full refund.
Book in the morning for cooler temperatures and bring comfortable walking shoes, sunscreen, and a camera to capture the city’s architectural sights.
