Maputo Shore Excursion

3 h 30 min Free cancellation

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About this activity

Explore this immersive excursion through grand civic squares, colonial marvels of Maputo, your excursion begins just minutes from the cruise terminal.

Explore the central market and take time to absorb the vibrant paintings on the streets.

Head to Independence Square to see the Samora Machel Statue, grand Maputo Cathedral, and city hall.

Explore the lush Tunduru Botanical Garden, the unique metal Iron House (Casa de Ferro), and the bustling Central Market for local crafts and spices. Conclude your journey by admiring the stunning stained-glass architecture of the modernist Polana Church and FEIMA. Perfect for travelers seeking history, culture, and architecture!

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At a glance

Duration: 3 h 30 min
Confirmation: Instant confirmation
Ticket: Mobile or paper ticket accepted
Group: Up to 66 people
People per booking: 1–15
Guide: English
Operated by: Maputo Freelancer Tour Guide

Ages: Infants (0–1 years) · Children (2–14 years) · Youth (15–24 years) · Adults (25–64 years) · Seniors (65–80 years)

What is included

Included

Included: Bottled water
Included: Entrance fees: Entrance fee
Included: In-vehicle air conditioning: Air-conditioned vehicle

Not included

Not included: Meals

Itinerary

Maputo Central Railway Station

15 min

It was once ranked as the third most beautiful railway station in the world by the USA magazine times
Mercado Central de Maputo

25 min

The building has got a “U” form design and it was built in the neoclassic style of Anglo-Saxon architecture;

The roof is made of iron and is typical of many commercial houses existing in the same area;

The building is believed to be a replica of Aster Hall, a building in the German Town of Hamburg;

You can buy fruits, cashew nuts, fish, meat, moringa, aromatic herbs and spices as well as handcraft and souvenirs.
Fortaleza of Maputo

20 min Admission included

You will learn the history of Mozambique before, during and after Portuguese occupation represented through handcraft. You will also learn the history of Ngungunhane the king of shangane tribes and see the statue of the Portuguese Antonio Enes and Mouzinho de Albuquerque.
Samora Machel Statue

10 min

It represents the first president of Mozambique. He was very charismatic president and the most respect in Mozambique, he was the 1st husband of Graca Machel, the window of Nelson Mandela.
Parish of Our Lady of the Conception of the Cathedral of Maputo

20 min

The idea to build it was by the governor of Mozambique Sebastiao Jose Alves in 1930’s to expand the congregation of European Christians.

It was visited by pope Joao II 1988

Due to the rapid growth of the City in the early part of the 20th century it was decided that the small churches in existence were not serving the expanding congregations and influx of European Christians.
CCFM - Centro Cultural Franco-Mocambicano

30 min

It is a a cultural center with beautiful art display and gallery room.
Casa Elefante

30 min

Walk around Maputo down town and appreciate the colorfull traditional dress named capulana.
FEIMA - Feira de Artesanato, Flores e Gastronomia

30 min

It is a handcraft market where you will have opportunity to buy souvenirs
Paroquia De Santo Antonio Da Polana

20 min

Most known as lemon squeezer or inverted flower is is a testimony of the Portuguese presence in Mozambique.
Casa de Ferro (The Iron House)

10 min

One of the most attractive spot in Maputo, a metal house designed by Gustavo Eiffel