About Mbeya
Mbeya is one of Tanzania's major cities, home to around 541,603 people.
Best time
The dry season for the most comfortable travel
Weather
Largely warm year-round with distinct wet and dry seasons
Experiences
Things to do in Mbeya
1
Lake Ngozi
2
Kitulo National Park
3
Malamba waterfalls
4
Matema Public Beach
Budget travel
Free things to do in Mbeya
Lake Ngozi
Kitulo National Park
Malamba waterfalls
Matema Public Beach
Mostly free or pay-what-you-like — always double-check opening times and any seasonal fees before you go.
Plan your trip
Suggested itinerary
- 1
Day 1
Icons & landmarks
- Visit Lake Ngozi
- Visit Kitulo National Park
- Visit Malamba waterfalls
- Eat at Mbeya Hotel Limited
- 2
Day 2
Culture & neighborhoods
- Visit Matema Public Beach
- Eat at Metro Cuisine
Where to eat
Local favourites
Mbeya Hotel Limited
Very nice place with Indian, Continental, Chinese and Tanzanian food, curries.
Metro Cuisine
Really good pizza, decent burgers.
Hill View Hotel
Good food for good prices, but takes ages.
Utengule Coffee Farm
Good food, higher prices and own transport or taxi needed.
Maua Cafe & Restaurant
Royal Oven
bakery.
Where to stay
Tourist favourites & top-rated
Catholic Youth Centre
single/Double room with own bathroom.
Peace of Mind Resthouse
Nicely decorated and well-maintained rooms, the better rooms (TSh 65,000) are very spacious. Restaurant in the basement is serving mostly In
Shopping
- Equity Bank
- Stanbic Bank
- Diamond Trust Bank DTB
- Azra Provisions
- Adonai Mini Market
- Ndiyo Mini Market
Nightlife
- City Pub
In pictures
Mbeya gallery
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