City Tours

Indispensable Maputo Downtown Walking Tour

Starting from $35 per person

🏙️ Maputo Downtown Walking Tour

Explore the soul of the city—on foot.

Step into the vibrant streets of downtown Maputo and uncover a rich blend of history, culture, and architecture. Led by knowledgeable local guides, this walking tour reveals the city's colonial past, revolutionary stories, and dynamic present—all within a few fascinating kilometers.

🔍 What You'll See:

• Maputo Railway Station – One of the world’s most beautiful train stations, designed by Eiffel’s apprentices.
  
  

• Iron House (Casa de Ferro) – A curious architectural gem made entirely of iron.
  
  

• Independence Square & City Hall – The political heart of Maputo.
  
  

• The Cathedral – A striking example of modernist design in Africa.
  
  

• Central Market – Bustling with Mozambican flavors, crafts, and daily life.
  
  

• Downtown Streets – Full of street art, local rhythms, and architectural variety from Art Deco to Brutalism.

Polana and Pancho Guedes Architecture Walking Tour

Starting from $35 per person

🧱 Polana & Pancho Guedes Architecture Walking Tour

Where creativity meets concrete—discover Maputo through its most iconic architect.

This specialized walking tour takes you into the leafy Polana district to explore the visionary work of Pancho Guedes, Mozambique’s most influential modern architect. Known for his bold, playful, and unconventional designs, Guedes transformed the city's skyline with a style that blends surrealism, African symbolism, and European modernism.

🏛️ What You’ll Discover:

• Smiling Lion Building – Guedes’ most famous creation, fusing sculpture and architecture.
  
  

• Polana Shopping Center – An artistic marvel often overlooked by the casual eye.
  
  

• Residential Masterpieces – Walk past rare homes and apartments designed with whimsy and intellect.
  
  

• Pancho Guedes' Influence – Learn about his life, artistic philosophy, and the Mozambican modernist movement.
  
  

• Polana Neighborhood – A stroll through one of Maputo’s most elegant and storied suburbs.

📅 Duration:

2.5 to 3 hours
Relaxed pace with time for photos, sketching, or architectural discussion.

✅ Includes:

• Expert guide with architectural background
  
  

• Bottled water
  
  

• Entry access to selected buildings (when available)
  
  

• Printed map of Guedes' works in the city