Maputo Central Railway Station
Estação Central dos CFM
Completed in 1916, this copper-domed railway station is often ranked among the world's most beautiful, and it is a symbol of Maputo.
Maputo Central Station (Estação Central dos CFM) was completed in 1916, designed by Portuguese engineer Ferreira da Costa and others. It is often mistakenly credited to Eiffel. The pale white facade is paired with a verdigris metal dome and cast-iron decoration. Inside, vintage steam locomotives are displayed on the platforms, and the concourse is open for free visits and photography. The station's jazz bar hosts live performances on weekends. Located in the Baixa downtown district, it can be easily combined on foot with the Iron House and the Central Market. Please obtain permission before photographing trains or staff inside the station.
Opening hours
All day (daytime best for visiting the station)
Nearby sights
- Mercado Central (Mercado Municipal)
- Museu Nacional da Moeda (Casa Amarela)
- Fortress of Maputo
- National Museum of Art of Mozambique
- Casa de Ferro (Iron House)
- Tunduru Botanical Gardens
- Independence Square & City Hall
- Cathedral of Our Lady of the Immaculate Conception