Things to do in Bissau
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Dona Fernanda
Hidden down a dirt road east of Estrada de Santa Luzia, Dona Fernanda serves up excellent Guinean dishes. Her bica (sea bream) is considered one of the best in the city.
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Fortaleza d'Amura
Off the southern end of Av Amilcar Cabral are the narrow streets of the old Portuguese quarter, with colourful if often crumbling Mediterranean-style buildings. The old neighbourhood is guarded by the Fortaleza d'Amura. Surrounded by imposing stone walls, it's still used by the Guinean military and strictly off-limits to visitors.
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Former Presidential Palace
The former presidential palace dominates Praça dos Heróis Nacionais at the northern end of Av Amilcar Cabral. With a bombed-out roof and shrapnel in its once graceful, neoclassical façade, it's an ever-present reminder of the country's devastating civil war.
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Centro Artistico Juvenil
Not only a great place to shop (prices are actually marked and there is no pressure to buy!), this is also a fine introduction to the arts and crafts of the Guinea-Bissau's many ethnicities. Purchases help young trainees learn traditional artisanship.
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Gelataria Baiana
Serving espresso, drinks and baked goods on an outdoor terrace in the city's most attractive praça (park or square), Baiana is a favourite of politicians, artists and expats alike.
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X Club
For late-night partying, this club caters to everyone from idealistic UN workers to shady businessmen on the prowl. Décor is Euro-trendy and there are two free snooker tables.
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Bambu 2000
On weekends, this more rustic locale overflows with locals willing to drop a few thousand CFA to dance till dawn.
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Bate Papo
At night, this upmarket place has the best pizza in town, and in the morning, it has good pastries and coffee.
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Restaurant Magui
The charming Magui serves up spot-on Senegalese dishes in her simple eatery above the now-defunct cinema.
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Papa Louca Fast Food
A decent option for 'fast food' such as shwarmas, hamburgers and pizza that is popular with expats.
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Restaurant Asa Branca
Asa Branca serves traditional Portuguese fare and is particularly noted for its seafood.
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