Port of Maputo, Maputo

Name: Port of Maputo
Address: Maputo, Mozambique

#15 among attractions in Maputo

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The Port of Maputo, also called the Maputo-Matola port complex, is a Mozambican port located in the cities of Maputo and Matola. They are installed in Maputo Bay, on the north bank of the Espírito Santo estuary, which is separated from the Mozambique Channel by the islands of Inhaca and Portugueses and by the Machangulo peninsula. ()

Alternative names: Coordinates: 25°57'37"S, 32°32'46"E

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Port of Maputo – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Nearby attractions include: Maputo central market, Maputo–Katembe bridge, Cathedral of Our Lady of the Immaculate Conception, Tunduru Gardens.

1.6 miSE
Shopping, Flea market, Market
Maputo central market, Maputo
41 min walk • Maputo Central Market, a bustling hub of commerce and culture, stands as a vibrant testament to the diverse and rich heritage of Mozambique's capital city. Located in the heart of Maputo, this market, also known as Mercado Central or Bazar da Baixa, is an essential...
1.1 miSE
Bridge
Maputo–Katembe bridge, Maputo
28 min walk • The Maputo–Katembe bridge in Mozambique stands as a marvel of modern engineering and a symbol of progress in the region. Officially opened in November 2018, this impressive structure spans the Maputo Bay, connecting the capital city of Maputo to the district of...
1.9 miE
Church
Cathedral of Our Lady of the Immaculate Conception, Maputo
48 min walk • The Cathedral of Our Lady of the Immaculate Conception stands as a beacon of faith and architectural beauty in the heart of Maputo, Mozambique. This Roman Catholic cathedral, known for its striking white facade and twin spires reaching towards the heavens, serves not...
1.9 miSE
Park, Garden
Tunduru Gardens, Maputo
49 min walk • Tunduru Gardens is a serene park nestled in the heart of Maputo, the vibrant capital city of Mozambique. This verdant oasis offers a peaceful retreat from the urban hustle and bustle, providing residents and tourists alike with a picturesque space to relax, socialize...
2.8 miSE
Museum, Natural history museum, Science museum
Museum of Natural History, Maputo
72 min walk • The Natural History Museum of Maputo, Mozambique, was established in 1913. It was initially a Provincial Museum, occupying several locations before settling in 1932 in the current Neo-Manuelino building as the Dr. Álvaro de Castro Museum.
2.9 miE
Colonial architecture
Vila Algarve, Maputo
76 min walk • Vila Algarve, a historic building nestled in the heart of Maputo, Mozambique, stands as a silent witness to the country's complex past. This once grandiose structure, characterized by its distinctive architecture, reflects a bygone era of Portuguese colonial rule.
1.9 miSE
Library
National Library of Mozambique, Maputo
49 min walk • The National Library of Mozambique is located in Maputo, Mozambique. It is located in a structure which formerly housed the Office of Finance of the Colony of Mozambique.
3.1 miSE
Palace
Palácio da Ponta Vermelha, Maputo
79 min walk • The Palácio da Ponta Vermelha is the official residence of the President of Mozambique in Maputo. Ponta Vermelha refers to the area of Maputo where it is located rather than to any feature of the building. The name is also used metonymically to refer to the Mozambican presidency.
1.8 miSE
25°58'16"S • 32°34'18"E
Gil Vicente, Maputo
46 min walk • Nightlife, Bars and clubs, Cinema
1.8 miE
Historical landmark
Casa de Ferro, Maputo
47 min walk • The Iron House is a prefabricated property, imported from Belgium to Mozambique and built in 1892 to house the governor-general's residence. Currently located on Samora Machel Avenue in Maputo, it was initially installed on Josina Machel Avenue...
1.8 miE
Square
Praça da Independência, Maputo
46 min walk • Praça da Independência is a public square and focal point of Maputo, Mozambique. It was built by the Portuguese as Praça Mouzinho de Albuquerque and was dominated by a statue of Mouzinho de Albuquerque, the former governor-general of Portuguese Mozambique. The statue of Mouzinho on horseback was inaugurated in 1940.

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How to get to Port of Maputo by public transport?

The nearest stations to Port of Maputo:

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Malanga • Lines: 101i, 101v, 102i, 102v, 107i, 107v, 108i, 108v, 109i, 109v, 110i, 110v, 111i, 112i, 112v, 113i, 113v, 114i, 114v, 115i, 115v, 201i, 201v, 202i, 202v, 203i, 203v, 204i, 204v, 205i, 205v, 206i, 206v, 207i, 207v, 208i, 208v, 209i, 209v, 210i, 210v, 211i, 211v, 212i, 212v, 213i, 213v, 218i, 218v, 219i, 219v, 220i, 220v, 223i, 223v, 301i, 301v, 304i, 304v, 306i, 306v, 507i, 507v, 602i, 603i, 605i, 606i, 607i, 702i, 702v, C2i, C2v, C3i, C3v, C4i, C4v, C9i, C9v, X25i, X25v, X26i, X26v, X27i, X27v (18 min walk)
Fajardo • Lines: 101i, 101v, 102i, 102v, 107i, 107v, 108i, 108v, 109i, 109v, 110i, 110v, 111i, 112i, 113i, 113v, 114i, 114v, 115i, 115v, 201i, 201v, 202i, 202v, 203i, 203v, 204i, 204v, 205i, 205v, 206i, 206v, 207i, 207v, 208i, 208v, 209i, 209v, 210i, 210v, 211i, 211v, 212i, 212v, 213i, 213v, 218i, 218v, 219i, 219v, 220i, 220v, 223v, 301i, 301v, 304i, 304v, 306i, 306v, 507i, 507v, 601i, 601v, 602i, 604i, 604v, 605i, 605v, 606i, 607i, 608i, 608v, 702i, 702v, C2v, C3i, C3v, C4i, C4v, C8i, C8v, C9i, C9v (21 min walk)

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Maputo (35 min walk)