Maseru walking tour & city guide

A small, friendly capital at the foot of the mountains.

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Walking Tour in Maseru

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Maseru on foot

Maseru sits on the Caledon River, right on the border with South Africa, with the mountains of Lesotho rising behind it. It is a compact and easy-going capital, with one main street, Kingsway, and the iconic Basotho Hat building at its entrance.

Kingsway and the centre

Kingsway, the main road through the city, links the border post to the royal palace and is lined with shops, banks and government buildings. Side streets around the central market are busy with minibus taxis and traders.

The Basotho Hat, a craft shop built in the shape of the traditional mokorotlo straw hat, is the city's best-known landmark and sells blankets, baskets and weaving from across the country.

A classic walk

Start at the Basotho Hat and walk along Kingsway past the Cathedral of Our Lady of Victories and the central shops. Continue to the market area, then take a short drive out to Thaba Bosiu, the flat-topped mountain fortress of King Moshoeshoe I, founder of the Basotho nation.

Good to know

Spring (September to November) and autumn (March to May) are the most pleasant times. Winters are cold and the mountains can get snow. Most visitors arrive overland from South Africa through the Maseru Bridge border post. Bring warm clothes for the evenings even in summer.

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Top sights in Maseru

1
Basotho Hat
The landmark craft shop shaped like a traditional hat.
2
Kingsway
The city's main street.
3
Cathedral of Our Lady of Victories
Maseru's large Catholic cathedral.
4
Maseru West
A leafy district with embassies and gardens.
5
Caledon River
The river that forms the border with South Africa.

Near Maseru

Thaba Bosiu
A historic mountain fortress near the city.

Eat

Food markets & where to eat in Maseru

Central market area
Street food and simple local dishes.
Kingsway
Cafés and restaurants on the main street.
Maseru Mall area
Restaurants around the city's shopping centre.

Taste

Food to try in Maseru

Papa
Stiff maize porridge, eaten with most meals.
Moroho
Cooked leafy greens, often with onion.
Likhobe
A dish of beans and sorghum or maize.
Sesotho bread
A steamed bread, often made at home.

Opening hours and prices change often. Please check with each place before you visit.

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