Blantyre
Malawi
- Safety rating
- 5.5/10
- Best time to visit
- The cool, dry season from May to October is best for the city and nearby mountains.
- Population
- 0.8M
Overview
Malawi's oldest city and commercial hub sits among green hills in the south, with colonial-era churches and a lively trading scene. It's the gateway to Mount Mulanje's peaks and the tea estates of the Shire Highlands.
Top attractions
See the historic St. Michael and All Angels Church, the Mandala House, and use the city as a base for Mount Mulanje.
Getting around
Minibuses and taxis serve the hilly city; a rental car helps for reaching the surrounding highlands.