Overview
Harare is Zimbabwe's capital, home to over 2.5 million people. It boasts an excellent highland climate, well-planned garden suburbs, and a collection of museums like the National Gallery of Zimbabwe and the Zimbabwe Museum of Human Sciences.
Architecture · Budget Travel · History · Museums · Nature
Before you go
Connectivity
WiFi available from private providers from USD1. Internet cafes are becoming scarce.
Money
US dollars and the Zimbabwean Zig are used. Larger stores accept cards, and ATMs at Ecobank, Stanbic, and Nedbank give USD and accept international Visa/Mastercard.
Safety
Safe during day in central areas; avoid high-density suburbs and poorly lit areas after dark. Take taxis at night.
Transport
Best to get around by car; fuel is readily available. Trains and buses serve the city.
