Dili Travel Guide — Things to Do, Food & Hotels
capital of East Timor
About Dili
Dili was the classic backwater during colonial times, being the main city of a remote colony in a remote part of the world. However, this heritage left Dili with a distinct Portuguese flavour and together withMacau, is probably the furthest east where you can savour genuinePortuguesefood and architecture. Dili has since recovered remarkably, although one can still see many gutted buildings. Dili has sort of a colonial core, with its waterfront and a square bordered on the south side by the impressive Government Buildings. The commercial areas of Lecidere lies to the east, Colmera is to the west and the former Mercado Municipal (Central Market) is to the south.
Top Attractions in Dili
Explore the best things to see and do in Dili:
- ★Cape Fatucama
- ★Chega! Exhibition
- ★Dare War Memorial
- ★Motael Church
- ★Resistance Museum
- ★Santa Cruz cemetery
Where to Eat in Dili
Must-try local food and restaurants:
- 🍴Arriba
- 🍴Bebonuk beach BBQs
- 🍴Castaway
- 🍴Caz Bar
- 🍴Dilicious Timor
- 🍴Early Sun
Where to Stay in Dili
- 🏨Beachside Hotel
- 🏨Central Hotel
- 🏨DaTerra Hostel
- 🏨Dili Central Backpackers
- 🏨Discovery Inn
- 🏨Golgota Hotel & Resort
Dili Travel Guide Sections
Our comprehensive guide covers 14 sections including: