Lusaka is a vibrant blend of tradition and modernity—from bustling markets and contemporary malls to rich art, culture, and history. Discover diverse dining, lively events, nearby wildlife sanctuaries, and awe-inspiring wonders like the world’s largest waterfall in this true African gem.

Area Attractions

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One of Lusaka’s top attractions, Kabwata Cultural Village is a historic hub of thatched huts and artisan stalls dating back to the 1930s. Shop for handmade masks, drums, fabrics, and baskets, and enjoy authentic Zambian cuisine while exploring the country’s rich history and traditions.

Kabwata Cultural Village

Known as "the smoke that thunders," Victoria Falls is the world’s largest waterfall, straddling Zambia and Zimbabwe. Surrounded by wildlife-rich national parks, it's common to spot elephants, hippos, and exotic birds. Adventure seekers can bungee jump from Victoria Bridge, go white-water rafting, or take the plunge into Devil’s Pool—a natural infinity pool at the edge of the falls.

Victoria Falls

A hidden gem for art lovers, Namwandwe Gallery is the private collection of John Kapote, showcasing contemporary works by emerging and established Zambian artists. Set within his residence, the gallery also features African sculptures, masks, fabrics, and paintings in a thoughtfully curated space.

Namwandwe Gallery

Also called Pakati Market, this vibrant market near Arcades Shopping Centre offers a colorful array of treasures. Wander bustling stalls and meet artisans from across the region, bargaining for exquisite wood carvings, malachite pieces, handmade jewelry, and striking African art prints.

Sunday Crafts Market

Part of Kalimba Farms, known for crocodile farming and free-range produce, this park offers guided tours of snakes, tortoises, giant Nile crocodiles, and the rare African slender-snouted crocodile. Visitors can hold a python, enjoy beer and barbecued crocodile meat, relax at the kids’ playground, or try fishing in the park’s pond.

Kalimba Reptile Park

Standing proudly on Independence Avenue, the Freedom Statue is a powerful symbol of Zambia’s liberation from British rule in 1964. It depicts a man breaking free from chains—believed to represent freedom fighter Zanco Mpundu Mutembo—capturing a defining moment of courage and resistance. A lasting tribute to the nation's fight for independence and the enduring human spirit.

Freedom Statue

Just 16 km from the city, Munda Wanga—meaning “my garden” in Nyanja—began as a botanical garden in 1950. Today, it’s a popular wildlife sanctuary housing cheetahs, lions, baboons, and more, alongside botanical gardens, a kid’s park, and a café. Guided tours offer families engaging insights into the local ecosystem.

Munda Wanga Environmental Park

Zambia, one of Africa’s most biodiverse and accessible countries, boasts 21 national parks. From sunset vistas at Lower Zambezi to thrilling walking safaris in South Luangwa, the wildlife experiences are unforgettable. Just outside the capital, Lusaka National Park—Zambia’s newest and smallest—offers walking and biking trails through 46 square kilometres of grasslands, woodlands, and rocky outcrops, home to giraffes, zebras, wildebeest, and more.

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