3-Hour Maputo City Tour

Highlights

Visit Independence Square, Town Hall and Samora Machel Statue to explore Maputo's history

Stroll through the bustling Central Market, a hub of local life and commerce

Discover the city's connection to the railways at the train station

Explore the historic Fortress and its intriguing architecture

Maputo

cultural, historical, sightseeing

Private Tour

3 Hours

Medium

English, Portuguese

Description

Explore the historical and cultural tapestry of Maputo, Mozambique, on this enriching 3-hour tour. From the shores that once served as a Portuguese way station to the vibrant streets and iconic landmarks, discover the city's compelling past and present. Immerse yourself in the heart of Maputo, uncovering its treasures and insights.

Itinerary

Maputo City Tour
- 09:00: Meeting at Cathedral (Independence Square). Places to Visit at the square- Cathedral, Town Hall, Samora Machael Status, Iron House, and Jardim Tunduru.
- 10:00: Finish the Independence tour and walk to the Central market.
- 11:00: Finish visit to the central market and walk to the train station.
- 12:00: Visit the Fotress.
- 12:30: Finish Tour.

What's Included

English-speaking tour guide

All entrance fees

What's Excluded

Pickup

Drop-off

Personal Expenses

Know Before You Go

This tour is a walking tour for 3 hours.

The coast of Mozambique was initially not much more than a way station for the Portuguese ships on their travels to and from the Spice Islands in present-day Indonesia. The Portuguese had broken into the very lucrative Arab/Venetian monopoly - spices were light and easy to transport and very expensive in Europe, which produced only salt as a condiment.

Today, Maputo Bay forms a valuable natural harbour that is accessible throughout the year. Several rivers flow into the bay: the Inkomati in the north, the Espíritu Santo or the Inglés River in the west (actually formed by the Matola, Umbeluzi and Tembe rivers), and the Maputo and Umfusi rivers come from the south. Maputo takes its name from the Maputo River.

However, the Portuguese did not use the bay as a way station, although it does appear on a map from 1502. In 1545, a Portuguese merchant named Lourenço Marques explored the upper reaches of the estuaries with a patent from King João III and established the ivory trade there.

What To Bring

Sun Hat

Water

Sunscreen

Meeting Point

Catedral de Maputo, Rua da Radio, Maputo, Mozambique

Cancellation Policy

For cancellations upto 2 days before the tour -

Refund of 80% of the tour price.

Price

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1 to 20	/person
Child
1 to 10	/person
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3-Hour Maputo City Tour

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Maputo City Tour

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What's Excluded

Know Before You Go

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Cancellation Policy

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