Location: Maseru
Top Things to do in Maseru
Top 10 Things to do in Maseru, Lesotho
Maseru is the capital and largest city of Lesotho. It is also the capital of the Maseru District. Located on the Caledon River, Maseru lies directly on the Lesotho-South Africa border. Maseru is Lesotho's capital city with a population of approximately 253,000. The city was established as a police camp and assigned as the capital after the country became a British protectorate in 1869. When the country achieved independence in 1966, Maseru retained its status as capital. The name of the city is a Sesotho word meaning "red sandstones".
Restaurants in Maseru
1. Maletsunyane Falls
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 86 reviews
Reviewed By Ehsan R - Cape Town Central, South Africa
If you're in Lesotho and planning to be in Mountains, don't miss this beautiful fall that is the midst of nowhere. Pristine and spectacular and scenic. You can sit by the big rocky outcrop and watch the highest fall in Africa flowing majestically.
2. Katse Dam
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 90 reviews
The Katse dam, in the Lesotho Highlands, is one of the most spectacular water features in the country. Located on the Malibamatso River, this dam was completed in 1997 and is central to the Lesotho Highlands Water Project. The dam is second in size in Africa to Ghana’s Lake Volta and Akosombo Dam. The impressive dam wall is 185m high, 700m long and contains 92 000 cubic metres of concrete.
Reviewed By Maureen B - Johannesburg, Gauteng, South Africa
The journey through the Maluti Mountains to reach the Katse Dam was magnificent. Climbing to a height of 3000 metres on winding mountainous roads was a great adventure. The Katse Dam - built as a four phase project began with the signing of the treaty between South Africa & Leostho. 2 phases are complete and the project end date is 2030. The Katse Dam is part of the Leostho Highlands Water scheme aimed at delivering water to the Free State and Gauteng areas of South Africa. The tour of the dam wall started with a lecture on the building and engineering of the first (Katse) dam wall and was followed by a tour over the dam wall and into the tunnels within the dam wall itself. A fascinating project running a total of 50 years - that's long term planning at its best.
3. Maluti Mountains
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 46 reviews
Reviewed By NauticalVoyager - Durban
The road trip through the Maluku Mountains, although hair-raising with some of the twists and turns, is 100% pure amazing. Take note of the road condition with many potholes however the road works are making repairs which also causes one way travel in certain spots. In Winter be careful of ice build up on roads left in morning shadow.
4. Thaba-Bosiu National Monument
Overall Ratings
4 based on 42 reviews
Reviewed By W5WPH - Hillsborough, United Kingdom
This is a special place in the history of the Kingdom of Lesotho. Talk with the guide and understand the history and resilience of the people of this wonderful country. Wonderful storytellers. Intriguing mountain.
Don’t miss the mountain which gives its shape to national headdress and flag
5. Mohale Dam
Overall Ratings
4 based on 37 reviews
Maseru is an ideal base from which to explore the western region of Lesotho with its magnificent scenery, rich history, culture and crafts. A made-made phenomenon in this area is the Mohale Dam, which was completed in 2003, situated 91km from Maseru. It is southwest of Katse Dam and almost doubles the water supply to South Africa through an inter-connecting tunnel into the Katse Reservoir.
Reviewed By anitaspokiene - London, United Kingdom
Mohale Dam is beautiful place where you can feel the peace and beauty around you. The fresh air and magic Mountains taking over your mind. Nice restaurant with wooow delicious food are waiting for you, big portions and just freshly made giving the best taste ever you can taste.
Look around and whatever it is you know that you must stay longer or come back once again. This place take you inside and everywhere you look you will feel it, it took my heart too and I fall in love with this place. Unforgettable !!!!!
6. Lesotho Sun Casino
Overall Ratings
3.5 based on 28 reviews
The Lesotho Sun is situated on a hillside overlooking Maseru, the capital of Lesotho. The elegant, modern building, constructed from sandstone, is designed to give guests a spectacular outlook across the city towards faraway Mountains. The stylish bedrooms and suites are decorated to give an elegant, chic feel and are equipped with all the comforts and facilities of a first-class international hotel. Various restaurants offer a wide variety of gourmet meals and the stylish bars and lobby are a favourite rendezvous for family and friends. The Convention Centre is a state-of-the-art facility and our professional team will help arrange an unforgettable conference or event. The tranquil serenity of Lesotho’s landscapes and the glamour, thrills and fun of our gaming areas, make an irresistible combination for those wanting a truly memorable break.
Reviewed By Ashram M - Vancouver, Canada
Great place for the buffet lunch. Chinese restaurant beside the downstairs casino is quite good. Best way to experience the views is from the pool area or for a sun-downer drink. Had a chance to attend a sold out wine festival which was the perfect way to experience the views of Maseru and the casino if you are into gambling.
7. Lesotho Co-operative Handicrafts
Overall Ratings
4 based on 9 reviews
Reviewed By Anton v - London, United Kingdom
The Basothu speak Se-Sotho and live in Lesotho....and their capital Maseru isn't one of Africa's most exciting destinations, so curb your enthusiasm and make a massive big deal out of their famous Big Hat Shop.
Lesotho has the world's only Hat themed flag. Hats are a big deal to Batotho's. It featured on 2 of the 3 flags they have had since independence, including the current design, and on this famous shop also featured on their first Banknote (since replaced by a coin).
Whilst the hats themselves may be cheaper spread out in the car-park at the border, this famous land-mark is undoubtably the most famous man-made structure in the entire country, so don't rush past, and take load of photo's as you wont see anything else this iconically se-Sotho.
The Hats are based upon the view of Qilane hill, as seen from Thaba Bosiou, the spiritual home of the Sotho nation, and well worth visiting, but that's miles away from Maseru, where there is little else to see, but they do have a KFC if you're feeling peckish.
8. National Museum
Overall Ratings
3 based on 5 reviews
The sleepy little town of Maseru houses this popular national museum.
Reviewed By dmittleman - Palm Beach Gardens, Florida
The only real museum in the country, it is quite small with some dusty exhibits. The guide wants to show you every item in the museum. Despite it being small, that could take an entire day. We stopped her and just browsed ourselves. The items are well labeled and it should take no more than 15 minutes to see everything. Not earth shattering, but worth a quick stop.
9. Our Lady of Victory Cathedral
Overall Ratings
2.5 based on 3 reviews
Reviewed By dmittleman - Palm Beach Gardens, Florida
I went to view this church which sits on a traffic circle at one end of town. The church, unlike most Catholic churches, was firmly locked. I took a picture of the outside (which is quite nice) and was yelled at by a guard that made a sudden appearance out of nowhere. "Who said you could take a picture of our national heritage?" He ranted for several minutes in a menacing fashion before I could escape. Visitors beware.
10. Royal Palace
Overall Ratings
2.5 based on 5 reviews
This large government building is where crowds gather for important occasions.
Reviewed By dmittleman - Palm Beach Gardens, Florida
Lesotho is a kingdom. You can visit the royal complex and view the king's house (as well as the houses of his predecessors). The houses look like McMansions from other parts of the world. Nicely landscaped with beautiful lawns, they are surrounded by a village. Incongruous but interesting. No pictures allowed.
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