What to do and see in Dili, Dili District: The Best Things to do

April 28, 2022 Almeta Stockton

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. The Archives & Museum of East Timorese Resistance

Rua de Cidade de Lisboa, Dili East Timor +670 333 1159 http://amrtimor.org/amrt/index.php
Excellent
59%
Good
34%
Satisfactory
5%
Poor
1%
Terrible
1%
Overall Ratings

4.5 based on 229 reviews

The Archives & Museum of East Timorese Resistance

Reviewed By Olex_KL - Kuala Selangor, Malaysia

Totally worth spending an hour to learn about the Timorese struggle for independence. Very well arranged, although more English language explanatory notes would be helpful. Tickets available at the gate at USD1.00. No photography inside allowed

3. Largo de Lecidere

Avenido Dos Direitos Humanos, Dili East Timor
Excellent
56%
Good
22%
Satisfactory
22%
Poor
0%
Terrible
0%
Overall Ratings

4.5 based on 9 reviews

Largo de Lecidere

4. 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.

5. 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.

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. Xanana GusmAo Reading Room

Rua Belarmino Lobo No 1, Bidau Lecidere, Dili, Dili East Timor +670 331 2890 [email protected] http://xananagusmaoreadingroom.com/
Excellent
33%
Good
50%
Satisfactory
0%
Poor
17%
Terrible
0%
Overall Ratings

4.0 based on 6 reviews

Xanana GusmAo Reading Room

The XGRR is the only public library in Dili, books, audiovisual and a museum houses important items related to Xanana Gusmão. Community spaces host a range of educational and other activities aimed at nurturing pride in East Timorese culture and promoting skills development through events, discussions, and exhibitions of local art. We are a community space free to everyone.

10. One Dollar Beach

One Dollar Beach, Dili East Timor
Excellent
33%
Good
28%
Satisfactory
22%
Poor
11%
Terrible
6%
Overall Ratings

3.5 based on 18 reviews

One Dollar Beach

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