Top 5 Must Do's in Luanda

Luanda Must Do’s involves a motley collection of umpteen things from sightseeing or shopping to exploration of historic assets or visiting restaurants. There are so many places to visit in Luanda that your tour won’t get over within a short period of time. Luanda with its lush landscape and an array of attractions will definitely add a pleasing savor to your trip.

Sightseeing Splendour

Sightseeing in Luanda is definitely a must-do for Luanda has plenty of sightseeing attractions for tourists. Places like Mussulo island, Kissama National Park are some of the eminent tourist destinations. Away from the hustle and bustle of Luanda City, Mussolo island is a refreshing experience with its serenity and white sand beach. Located at the south of Luanda, Kissama National Park on the other hand attracts tourists with its wildlife sanctuary.  

Heavenly Beaches

Luanda is a coastal town and has some beautiful beaches and your trip will remain incomplete without visiting any of its beaches at least once. Santiago beach is located approximately 46 kilometers north of Luanda and is an excellent location for fishing and getting a tan. Similarly, Palmeirinhas beach located about 45 kilometers south of Luanda is rich for its magnificent natural scenery. Ilha do Massula beach is another famous tourist hub of Luanda. The beach looks spectacular with its long stretch of swaying palm trees and white sand.

Historical Heritage

Exploring the ancient remnants of historical structure is another must do. Luanda is an ancient Portuguese colony and is affluent in historical heritage. Several monuments and artifacts are there bearing testimony to its Portugal influence. Famous and best preserved among the monuments is a white fort called Fortaleza de São Miguel. Standing as a symbol of colonial power in Angola this fort has been built by the Portuguese colonialists in the 17th century. Now, after the independence, this building situated in Luanda has been transformed to a museum. Constructed in the 17th century, Church Ingreza Nossa Senhora dos Remedios de Praia is another heritage building, picturesque with its colorful glass towers and steel domes.

Restaurants

If you are tired of sightseeing, you may try your taste buds in some of the well known restaurants here like Farol Belho, Caribe, Coconuts, Hongkong, Macau and so on. A variety of dishes from different parts of the world like Brazil, China, and Europe will be served in your platter in no minute. Undoubtedly, your trip to Luanda will be memorable for its dining experience too.

Shopping Indulgence

Shopping is another luxury you may indulge in when you are in Luanda. The city is dotted with plenty of markets and malls which will help you in your shopping extravaganza.