9 Free Things to do in Dili That You Shouldn't Miss

June 11, 2021 Darleen Reid

Having endured 20 years of struggle for independence from Indonesia, East Timor's coastal capital, Dili, has made remarkable strides toward reconstruction after innumerable damages and losses. Its former Portuguese colonial flavor can still be found in remaining villas and churches along the waterfront, as well as the 65-foot statue of Jesus overlooking the coast, reminiscent of Cristo Redentor in Rio Di Janeiro. The waterfront parks and white sand beaches are popular for diving and relaxing.
Restaurants in Dili

1. Cristo Rei

Dili East Timor
Excellent
44%
Good
44%
Satisfactory
11%
Poor
1%
Terrible
0%
Overall Ratings

4.5 based on 502 reviews

Cristo Rei

Reviewed By sorayan900 - Dili, East Timor

A great exercise place with the most beautiful view ever, either early morning or for the sunset..the view is a breathtaking..a must while in Dili.

2. Alola Foundation Center & Shop

Rua Bispo de Medeiros, Mascarenhas-Mercado Lama Depan Markas Polisi Militar Timor-Leste, Dili East Timor +670 332 3855 [email protected] http://www.alolafoundation.org/
Excellent
50%
Good
30%
Satisfactory
20%
Poor
0%
Terrible
0%
Overall Ratings

4.5 based on 10 reviews

Alola Foundation Center & Shop

Alola Esperansa, the business arm of the Alola Foundation, was established in 2006 to promote cultural preservation and economic empowerment of women.

3. Arte Moris

Rua Dos Martires da Patria, Dili East Timor +670 331 0346 [email protected] http://www.artemoris.org/
Excellent
68%
Good
22%
Satisfactory
5%
Poor
3%
Terrible
2%
Overall Ratings

4.5 based on 37 reviews

Arte Moris

Reviewed By mrsmillwood

If you have an artistic eye and knowledge of the cultural history you will appreciate this place. Amazing initiative in my opinion.

4. Tais Market

Nr.D'Luis Dos Reis Noronna Kolmera, Dili East Timor https://www.facebook.com/pages/Dili%20tais%20Market/1215698695143846/
Excellent
21%
Good
46%
Satisfactory
29%
Poor
4%
Terrible
0%
Overall Ratings

4.0 based on 222 reviews

Tais Market

Reviewed By 505millied - West Palm Beach, United States

You can't leave Timor without owning some of their local textiles, the Tais Market has the best selection.

5. Chega! Exhibition

Estrada de Balide Eis-Comarca, Dili East Timor +670 331 0315 [email protected]
Excellent
53%
Good
12%
Satisfactory
18%
Poor
6%
Terrible
11%
Overall Ratings

4.0 based on 17 reviews

Chega! Exhibition

6. Tasitolu

Dili East Timor
Excellent
32%
Good
30%
Satisfactory
28%
Poor
7%
Terrible
3%
Overall Ratings

4.0 based on 60 reviews

Tasitolu

7. Cemetery of Santa Cruz

Dili's Motael Church, Dili East Timor
Excellent
46%
Good
33%
Satisfactory
19%
Poor
2%
Terrible
0%
Overall Ratings

4.0 based on 131 reviews

Cemetery of Santa Cruz

Reviewed By peterlT2126TH - Darwin, Australia

Over 230 young people were massacred by Indonesian Militia near here, those that were left injured were taken to the hospital where the Indonesians murdered those as well. Reviewing the names and ages of those buried here made my skin crawl, such a senseless waste.

8. Immaculate Conception Cathedral

Dili East Timor
Excellent
38%
Good
28%
Satisfactory
35%
Poor
0%
Terrible
0%
Overall Ratings

4.0 based on 40 reviews

Immaculate Conception Cathedral

Reviewed By tonyjong30

A very beautiful church both outside and inside, amazing colourful stain glass windows, very high ceilings making my jaw drop onto the floor. Love coming here with my special girl to pray together for a world full of love and peace ????????

9. Dare War Memorial Museum

Dili East Timor +670 726 9829 http://darememorialmuseum.com
Excellent
21%
Good
34%
Satisfactory
37%
Poor
8%
Terrible
0%
Overall Ratings

3.5 based on 38 reviews

Dare War Memorial Museum

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