City: Zambia
Top Things to do in Zambia
The 10 Best Free Things to do in Zambia, Zambia
Coordinates: 15°S 30°E / 15°S 30°E / -15; 30
Restaurants in Zambia
1. 37D Gallery
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 26 reviews
37d Gallery is located within a beautiful contemporary building in the Kabulonga area. The gallery holds a wide range of art works by both local Zambian artists and international artists. The Gallery is non-profit organisation which in turn supports the stART Foundation which is a charitable trust dedicated to the generation and promotion of visual arts practice and arts education in Zambia.
Reviewed By dengisa - White Plains, United States
My fiancé and I ended up in Lusaka with a few days to be tourists. We found 37D on trip advisor and figured we would spend 30 minutes there. 2 hours into our visit, we were already planning our next trip back! To start with, the staff here are all welcoming and friendly. The various forms of artwork are all presented with the title, artist, and price in US dollars. It is in a modern building with indoor and outdoor spaces. There is even a section with children’s artwork and all of the proceeds go directly to the children and the program that works to provide children with art classes, which in turn helps children to pay school fees. Next to the art gallery is a gem gallery. We had the pleasure of talking with the owner who showed us the largest mined tourmaline and explained to us how jewelry is made from the wide selection of Zambian-mined gems. Then we found ourselves in the cafe, where we each had a coffee and a treat (banana bread and a chocolate cookie). Here we were able to casually look through the gift store and chose a lovely pair of earrings. It was hard to chose just one gift item as everything is so lovely and supports Zambian businesses that employ local people. We will definitely be back on this same short visit because they even have yoga a few days a week for k100 which takes place in a gorgeous outdoor area.
2. Pakati Sunday Market
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 14 reviews
Reviewed By spokenpriestess
I love markets! It's my favourite thing to do on my travels so hitting this market was exciting for me. There is so much to see & much to get. A lot of the stalls have similar items so you need to exhaust the parking lot & walk extensively comparing prices & negotiating the right prices for your finds. They have African jewellery, rare stones, pillows, fabric, wooden house deco pieces, woven baskets, paintings, you name it! It's a cash only environment - naturally - so you need to budget accordingly & get the best deals. You can easily spend up to K2000 if you go around the entire market picking up things but it's wise to make a note of exactly what you want to buy to avoid spontaneous purchses of all the amazing things you will see there. This market is actually cheaper than Kabwata Cultural Village which I also visited on the same day & found that their prices are extremely exorbitant. As a visitor, always be careful to shop around & compare prices before buying anything cause vendors often triple their prices for tourists. You must be firm & brave enough to question some of the prices when you're shopping. I found more variety & value in this market versus Kabwata Cultural Village.
3. Tribal Textiles
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 99 reviews
Tribal Textiles is a conscious business based in South Luangwa, Zambia that blends traditional craftsmanship with contemporary composition to create one-of-a-kind, ethical home decor handcrafted by artisans employed within the local community. We go beyond fair wages, reinvesting 5% of each purchase in community strengthening initiatives, and supporting local wildlife conservation. Pop in to visit our workshop during your stay in South Luangwa! You will experience the Tribal Textiles production process and see our talented team performing their skilled work (you can even book to paint your own masterpiece alongside our artisans). You will be able to purchase truly unique souvenirs from your trip to Zambia (textiles, weaving, wood, jewellery, stationery...). Or simply come to enjoy a tasty meal or a refreshing drink in our shady courtyard.
Reviewed By claassen312 - Newton, United States
We were so impressed with artists and their work. We watched them creating beautiful images on fabric, then visited the several shops. They keep a good selection on hand of pieces here. You can find some things at Mfuwe Lodge and local airport also. Strongly advise you to stop and look. You will not be disappointed.
4. Lake Bangweulu
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 17 reviews
Reviewed By theoverlanderzm - Livingstone, Zambia
The Northern circuit is home to the waterfalls of Zambia. The North is 70% water. The tour is best enjoyed with all kinds of travellers.. Motorbikes tour, cycling tour, vehicles etc. The hidden gems of Zambia. The Bangweulu Wetlands, the swamps, the lakes, the waterfalls, the rivers, streams, hotsprings, marshlands, hills, forests, plantations (pine wood, tea eastates). Photographers paradise. Next trip add North Zambia on your Bucket list. #maggristoultimateadventures #theoverlander #missionzambia2020
5. Cathedral of The Holy Cross Lusaka
6. Mulberry Mongoose
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 25 reviews
We hand craft exceptional jewellery & accessories inspired by the African bush whilst investing in conservation & the unique South Luangwa, Zambia. Our most celebrated range turns snare wire, found during essential anti snare patrols carried out to conserve our iconic wildlife, into jewellery & gives donations back to fund more patrols with every piece of jewellery sold.
Reviewed By charlnoble - Kapiri Mposhi, Zambia
Mulberry Mongoose is a lovely jewellery shop making unique and beautiful pieces. The women who work there are friendly and knowledgeable and make you feel very welcome to look around. My favourite collection was their snare wire collection, in which all of the pieces have been made from snare wires found in poaching traps in the local environment and 5% of the profits are donated to anti-poaching groups. I bought a bracelet from this collection that will always remind me of my time in South Luangwa and I'm tempted to buy more from their website. Although much pricier than other souvenirs, it's worth every penny. If you are doing a safari in this area, don't miss out on a trip to Mulberry Mongoose
7. Sunday Crafts Market
Overall Ratings
4.0 based on 70 reviews
Reviewed By Rachwar - Lusaka, Zambia
Great place to pass time after your Sunday morning church service. This is a lovely market that brings friends and families together. Good place to pick up some souvenirs to spoil your friends and family. You cab bargain for some nice pieces of curios, chitenge wraps, baskets, etc.
8. New Soweto Market
Overall Ratings
4.0 based on 18 reviews
Reviewed By PhilliSmit - Cape Town Central, South Africa
A truly authentic and wonderful experience. A market focused on the locals in the area but open to wonderful finds if you have time to explore. Very safe (I went alone), and everyone was incredibly helpful in making sure I got what I was looking for. The market is divided by “themes”, so you will find similar products grouped together - second hand clothing, shoes, fresh vegetables, fabrics, dried fish etc. The prices are so low it’s not worth bartering, but I am sure you could do it. Delicious fried rotis for 3 kwatcha ($0,30). Take water with as it gets pretty hot. Great fresh fruit too.
9. Manda Hill
Overall Ratings
4.0 based on 72 reviews
Reviewed By Gh0st50 - Lusaka, Zambia
Great more and a lot of floor space. The mall offers everything one can find when goes out for shopping, clothings,electronic,hardware,restaurants, jewerey,mobile gadgets etc all at the same place.Banks branches are found at the mall and even bureau de change for foreign notes.Credit cards are also accept at the mall.The mall also offers kids playing activities on the weekend.The mall also has big names like Game,Shoprite,Mr Price,Woolworths and so on. For operating hours the mall is open from 08 hours to 20 hours for most shopping stores and to open 22 hours for food places.
10. Jame Mosque
Overall Ratings
4.0 based on 9 reviews
Reviewed By kiltmaker2 - Evanston, United States
This mosque, which is located close to the Government Complex of Lusaka, is the house of worship for the Muslims in this city.
