Mabuku

Maputo


Diagonally opposite the South African High Commission, with a small selection of English-language books and magazines.


Lonely Planet's must-see attractions

Nearby Maputo attractions

2. Núcleo de Arte

0.4 MILES

This long-standing artists cooperative has frequent exhibitions featuring the work of up-and-coming artists (some of which is for sale). There’s also a…

3. Jardim dos Namorados

0.44 MILES

Wonderful for families, with a children's playground, pedalo rentals, lots of space, a good and inexpensive cafe and views over Maputo Bay.

4. Natural History Museum

0.56 MILES

The Natural History Museum, near Hotel Cardoso, is worth a stop simply to see its stately Manueline architecture and its garden with a mural by…

5. President's Residence

0.64 MILES

Mozambique's presidential complex is a beautiful and impressive structure overlooking Maputo Bay. Photographs are not permitted. It is also not permitted…

6. Jardim dos Professores

0.64 MILES

A pleasant, green area to while away a morning or late afternoon, with a children's playground, a small cafe, a community library and views over the…

7. 33 Storey Building

1.28 MILES

Maputo's tallest building – now known as the Mcel building because of its unmissable advertising – makes a convenient landmark.