Browse and buy at Mercado Central de Maputo, a fruit and vegetable market that serves as a bustling center of local life. Set in a Portuguese colonial building, the covered market features stall after stall of fresh produce, piled high in colorful arrangements. The fresh fish area sells a good selection of freshly caught seafood, while the nut (particularly cashew) and spice stalls are particularly popular with tourists. The market also features a number of handicraft vendors, so treat yourself to a souvenir of your time in town. Make your Maputo itinerary with Inspirock to find out what to see and where to go.
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Mercado Central de Maputo reviews
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We have seen better markets, but that goes for almost everything in Maputo, so defenitely worth a look. Food and non-food here, lots of wigs.
We have seen better markets, but that goes for almost everything in Maputo, so defenitely worth a look. Food and non-food here, lots of wigs. more »
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The main entrance is through a large gate on which “Municipalidade de 1901” is written. As soon as you enter what attracts, like all tropical markets, are the colors of the fruit and the goods of all.... more
The main entrance is through a large gate on which “Municipalidade de 1901” is written. As soon as you enter what attracts, like all tropical markets, are the colors of the fruit and the goods of all.... more »
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It built in 1901. Local market. I really enjoy eating traditional fruits in there. It also very cheap.
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Tons of local food and products. Best price but the place not for the faint of heart. Be aware of surroundings and Get ready to bargain prices! Worth the trip!
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