Things to do & places to visit in Central Region, Malawi

Central Region #2 destination in Malawi 2023. The average rating score is 4.00 based on 528 traveler reviews, of 41 attractions. Timezone: Africa/Blantyre, current date and time: Friday, May 10, 2024, 16:50.

Top things to do (28)

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5.0 Kibebe Malawi (9 reviews)
- Beautiful handmade gifts for a great cause
Friday: 9:00 AM - 4:30 PM Spent < 1 hour Speciality & Gift Shops

The most unique and trendy gifts in Malawi! All our items are lovingly hand-made in Dzaleka Refugee Camp, using vibrant African fabric and other local materials, as well as up cycling things like old jeans, plastic bottles and cereal boxes. Find us at Four Seasons, in the midst of gorgeous lush gardens, a beautiful coffee shop, fantastic tapas bar and highly curated shopping. Credit cards accepted. We also provide conference swag and other large-quantity custom orders - please email us or call us, we'd love to hear from you. See more..
5.0 Namalenje Island (2 reviews)
- Beautiful Snorkeling Canoeing Fishing & Fish Eagle
Islands

A must visit Island. You can have a picnic. Take your cool box, enjoy sundowner. Our kids aged 4 & 8 enjoyed snorkeling from show. Colourful Fish. Lovely to watch Fish Eagles dive in. Early morning or Noon are good times See more..
5.0 Khondi Spa Retreat (2 reviews)
- A fantastic treat for holiday or business trip
Friday: 10:00 AM - 7:00 PM Spas

Khondi's Spa is basically a massage salon that also offers other beauty services like nail art. It is located in the same building as the Orchid Restaurant and it is actually a great idea to combine the two. Khondi offers several types of massages from 20 min to one hour, including reflexology, hot stone massage and face massage. I have visited Khondi's Spa three times for a 60 min massage each and those were the best massages ever. Khondi has an excellent training and really knows what she is doing. She is using a good massage bench which allows your neck to rest when lying on your stomach. The place is quiet and restful. The prices are really moderate and Khondi is a very nice person. If you like massages you really want to check out this place. I booked my massages in advance but you can also try and drop in. Opening hours seem to vary a bit, so it is probably a good idea to call before you go there. See more..
5.0 Dedza Pottery Lodge (2 reviews)
- An artistic gem
Spent 1-2 hours Speciality & Gift Shops

What a beautiful little gem in the warm heart of Africa - Malawi - authentic local artistic talent See more..
5.0 Chez Ntemba (2 reviews)
- Great Spot To Experience Lilongwe Nightlife
Spent More than 3 hours Bars & Clubs

Multi room (including outside patio) entertainment venue that offers a good mix music and fun. Reasonably priced drinks, about 900 MWK for a beer. There was a 1000 MWK cover charge when I visited on a Saturday night but it was well worth it. Definitely worth checking out to experience some of the nightlife in Lilongwe. See more..
4.5 Kungoni Centre of Culture & Art (19 reviews)
- Beautiful Early Cultures Of Malawi
Art Museums

Must visit place to know the cultures of Malawi & the damage done by Christian Missionaries. Still promoting Christianity. You don't see this with other religions. Please leave Africa to believe what they believed Beautiful place. Must stay at least a day. See more..
4.5 Chongoni Rock Art Area (17 reviews)
- This rock art rocks! - And the Dedza Mountain hike is beautiful (Guide: Samuel)
Points of Interest & Landmarks

These rock art panels, which are most commonly found in caves/overhangs, are really impressive, with many different sites and different styles from two distinct eras. We were guided by Samuel (Whatsapp +265995946889), who is a local Malawian who is incredibly intelligent and knowledgeable and gifted at sharing the most relevant information. His prices are also more than fair. Samuel took us to several different rock art areas. We just trusted his judgement, and he guided us to some really great panels, interpreted them for us, and took us on very scenic hikes with great views in all directions. We were so impressed with the area and Samuel as a guide that we booked another day with him to climb Dedza Mountain. He again guided us brilliantly. He is from the Dedza area, so knows all the details and topography. The rock art and climb very nice adventures, and I think underrated as well, not to mention economical. And if you go, go with Samuel for an enhanced experience! See more..
4.5 Gems and Jewellery Lanka (13 reviews)
- Custom made sterling silver ring
Spent 1-2 hours Speciality & Gift Shops

For over 20 years we have been the sole supplier of Jewellery, Malawi Gemstones and Wedding/Engagement Rings here in Malawi. All our designs are custom made with the highest quality tools and craftsmanship. We have a huge collection of Malawi Gemstones, hand selected for quality and clarity by our gemologists and ideal for any setting in Gold, Silver and White Gold. We are the spot to visit if you want to see the minerals and gemstones found throughout Malawi. Come visit our showroom and learn how we transform Malawian gemstones into jewellery masterpieces. See more..
4.5 Nkhoma Mountain (12 reviews)
- Hash Day Out Climbed The Plateau
Mountains

It's a beautiful mountain range to climb. Organised a Hash Day out. Beautiful. To go to the second mountain is challenging See more..
4.5 Anake Taxi Services (10 reviews)
- If you are looking for someone to guide you through Malawi, Andrew is the one!
Friday: 12:00 AM - 11:59 PM Spent More than 3 hours Taxis & Shuttles

Anake taxi provides airport transferss, planned itenenaries and tour packages. We deliver best customer services at competitive places. Are you traveling in Malawi anake taxi is your best car solution, with our local knowledge we have put in place value for money tour packages. See more..
4.5 Chongoni Rock-Art World Heritage Site (6 reviews)
- Mesmerizing
Spent More than 3 hours Mountains • Forests • Geologic Formations

I have visited Chongoni art caves on May 2022 i was guided by Mr. Samuel +265995946889 You can get in touch with him i prefer couple of days before since sometimes his contact may be out of coverage. Their are many caves in chongoni region and painting are way back 10,000 years old. Its a must watch place if you are in Malawi and specially around lilongwe. From lilongwe its just 60 kms. Once you are in dedza prefer bike over car its fast to move around different caves. Unless you are with family you can take a car. Also you can stay around caves and do camping. See more..
4.5 Sputnik Car Hire (5 reviews)
- Great value for money car hire in Malawi
Taxis & Shuttles

We hired a Nissan Xtrail for 11 days recently with Sputnik. Good value for money compared with the the big names. The car was in good/reasonable condition (certainly not new but did not expect this) and worked perfectly throughout our trip. Easy company to work with - good with respect to communication and liasion on payment. Accommodating on our pick-up / drop-off arrangements. Would recommend others to use. See more..
4.5 Central Bridge Taxi (3 reviews)
- Perfect service and experience!
Friday: 12:00 AM - 11:59 PM Spent More than 3 hours Taxis & Shuttles

An Economical Taxi Service that runs 24 hours a day. Smartly dressed drivers who speak fluent English. Road worthy cars and always on time. Operates from City Centre and Kamuzu International Airport in Lilongwe, Malawi. See more..
4.5 National Herbarium And Botanic Gardens Of Malawi (2 reviews)
- Perfect for some space to yourself or with friends
Gardens

The Botanical Gardens are the perfect place to spend a sunny afternoon. You could take a picnic, read, spend some time with your friends or partner, go for a walk, and some people use the gardens to pray or meditate. There is plenty of space and it wasn't busy. I went in May - therefore not all of the plants were planted out, but it was great to see some huge cacti, ferns and many I could not name! Entrance is just 50KW. There's no cafe anywhere nearby, so take your own food and drink! The War Memorial is nearby, so you could call by that too. See more..
4.0 Lilongwe Wildlife Centre (122 reviews)
- A fascinating place to visit for the wildlife. And the Maravi cafe's excellent too
Friday: 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM Nature & Wildlife Areas

Lilongwe Wildlife Centre is an award winning sanctuary with lions, monkeys, antelope and more. Set in 180 hectares of beautiful woodland it's the perfect escape from the hustle and bustle of the city. We are open 365 days a year from 8am to 5pm and we would appreciate your visit - every kwacha of your entry fee goes towards supporting our project. See more..
4.0 Kuti Wildlife Reserve (63 reviews)
- 5 STAR
Friday: 7:30 AM - 4:30 PM Spent More than 3 hours Nature & Wildlife Areas

Kuti Wildlife Reserve is located in central Malawi. This nation is known as ‘The Warm Heart of Africa’, both for its stunning beauty and friendly people. Kuti is home to a variety of animals native to this area. Although no dangerous predators live here, there are plenty of animals such as zebra, eland, monkeys, giraffe and a great variation of birds. The absence of dangerous game makes the park accessible on foot or by bicycle, which gives you a unique and up-close experience with the bush. Besides sharing the beauty of nature, Kuti Wildlife Reserve is important for the local communities. We raise awareness about ecology and support community projects. By changing local perceptions of wildlife, we hope to preserve wildlife for future generations. Visit Kuti and experience the unique tranquillity of the African bush! See more..
4.0 Kumbali Cultural Village (37 reviews)
- Great Experience
Friday: 8:00 AM - 7:00 PM Spent 2-3 hours Points of Interest & Landmarks

We had our corporate team event organized here and it was a great experience with traditional performers, lip smacking food and nice ambiance. See more..
4.0 World War I Memorial (25 reviews)
- Historical Landmark In Lilongwe
Spent < 1 hour Points of Interest & Landmarks • Monuments & Statues

Never thought there would be such a monument in Malawi. Nice place for an evening stroll after reading what's written in the monuments See more..
4.0 Vision Gaming (22 reviews)
- The place to go
Spent 2-3 hours Bars & Clubs

Vision Gaming has branches in Lilongwe , Blantyre and Mzuzu. It's the premier destination for entertainment in Malawi. In Lilongwe the venues are situated at Area 10 Pacific Parade Mall, Lilongwe Hotel & Double Vision at the Skyband Complex. Blantyre you can find us at Blue Elephant Bar & Grill as well as at Mount Soche Hotel & In Mzuzu we are located next door to the new National Bank. Each venue has a dedicated safe bar facility where locals and expats are made most welcome. Gaming machines are found at all the venues which are linked to the DBR national jackpot. Double Vision located off Chilambula(Paul Kagame) road Lilongwe also offers a grill where our qualified chefs will braai your choice of one or more of our dedicated braai packs available from the barman on request. The Vision Gaming brand has been operating in Malawi for eight years and has established itself as the leading venue to relax and entertain or be entertained. See more..
4.0 Old Town Mall (18 reviews)
- Tranquility in Lilongwe
Shopping Malls

Shoping in peace for good quality locally made products and souvenirs. All the shops and restuarant accept card payments, but take cash for the restuarant tips. A couple of great restaurant options there, Vegetarian and Itallian (with good wine prices). Batering local market 40m away over the road if you have the constitution left in you for bartering. See more..
4.0 Mausoleum of Dr.Hestings Kamuzu Banda (5 reviews)
- Awesome
Points of Interest & Landmarks

A beautiful place to honour the memory of the country's first president. Reminds me of the Ho Chi Min maeuselium See more..
4.0 Lizulu Market (5 reviews)
- where the locals go shopping
Spent 1-2 hours Farmers Markets

Lizulu market is a big openair market in the old city center (area 2/3/5) of lilongwe. The food market is on one side of the river, the clothes market on the other side. They are linked with several bamboo bridges, where you have to pay a little toll to cross. If you want to have a genuine local experience in a city with not much to see, go there! If you're not too concerned about hygiene, you can have a local meal for 600 kwacha there. See more..
4.0 Lake Chilwa (4 reviews)
- Chisi Island Tour
Bodies of Water

As a tour company, we visited chisi Island to see all possible ways of taking clients to Chisi Island. With a newly built camp site things are better and wealthy visiting. See more..
4.0 Cockpit Lounge (3 reviews)
- Best thing in malawi
Bars & Clubs

Amazing place. Must go. Upscale crowd. All night long. Awesome music. Casino marina is adjacent. Entry is paid. See more..
4.0 Lilongwe Central Musjid (2 reviews)
- Lilongwe Mosque
Religious Sites

This is the Muslim House of Worship which is near Lilongwe Central. Walking distance to major attractions and surely an advantage for Muslim tourist to perform their prayers while being in town. See more..
4.0 Bunda Hill (1 review)
- A Climb With Harry
Mountains

Beautiful scenic climb. We had children aged 5 & 9. Along with our friends Evelyn & Harry. We had breakfast up the rock. Please carry water or energy drink. Not a hard climb. Do it at your own pace See more..
4.0 Pacific Parade (1 review)
- Area10のちょっとしたショッピングモール
Shopping Malls
Area10にあるちょっとしたモール。スーパーマーケット、ATM、バー、レストラン、BBQ提供の肉屋(金曜日土曜日のみ)があり、地元の人向け。

周辺が高級住宅地が多いからか、富裕層であろう人たちが多々買い物してます。買い物やナイトライフには便利スポットです。 See more..
4.0 Maula Cathedral (1 review)
- Your best option in Lilongwe for a Catholic mass
Churches & Cathedrals
The congregation is very festive and the mass has an obvious African flare. If you like the hustle and bustle of praise and worship, be sure to join the 8am mass. For a quieter and more relaxed mass, join the 17:00 mass. This is a beautiful parish in need of some good people for fresh ideas. See more..
3.5 Nature Sanctuary (63 reviews)
- Worth several hours
Nature & Wildlife Areas

We spent most of the morning here before setting out for Nyika NP, a long drive away. #Birding was quite good along the small river that flows thru the preserve. We also saw a troop of Vervet monkeys The trails in the preserve are well maintained and suitable for children as well as adults. This is well worth spending a morning. See more..
3.5 Parliament Building (42 reviews)
- Stunning
Government Buildings

The building and grounds is well gaurded and very well maintained. Entrance unfortunaely restricted. See more..