Harare
ZimbabweZW
Capital and largest city of Zimbabwe
Harare, formerly known as Salisbury, is the capital and largest city of Zimbabwe. The city proper has an area of 982.3 km2 (379.3 sq mi), a population of 1,849,600 as of the 2022 census, and an estimated 2,487,209 people in its metropolitan province. The city is situated in north-eastern Zimbabwe in the country's Mashonaland region. Harare Metropolitan Province incorporates the city and the municipalities of Chitungwiza, Epworth and Ruwa. The city sits on a plateau at an elevation of 1,483 metres above sea level, and its climate falls into the subtropical highland category.
Read more on Wikipedia →- Population
- 2,150,000
- Coordinates
- -17.828, 31.053
- Timezone
- Africa/Harare
- Elevation
- 1494 m
Overview of Harare
Harare is the kind of big-city destination you find in Zimbabwe. About 2,150,000 people are based here. Which matters when you decide how long to stay. Plan around nature, culture and sports and you will not run out of ideas. Its southern-hemisphere position decides when the high season falls. Elevation is roughly 1,494 metres.
Things to do in Harare
Nature in Harare
(21)The nature shortlist for Harare: Beaches, Caves, Countryside, Desert and Forest. All of it is drawn from Harare's recorded activities. That is 21 tagged options in total, so there is room to pick and choose.
Culture in Harare
(18)Our data lists Ancient Ruins, Architectural Buildings, Art Galleries, Bridges and Castles as culture options here. The full list runs to 18 activities. Straight from the activity profile stored for Harare.
Sports in Harare
(14)Harare records Biking, Golf, Hiking, Hiking Trails and Horse Trails under sports. All of it is drawn from Harare's recorded activities. That is 14 tagged options in total, so there is room to pick and choose.
Adventure in Harare
(13)Looking for adventure? Harare has Abseiling, Adventure, Adventure Parks, Amusement Parks and Boat Rides. In all, 13 activities are recorded in this category. This reflects only what is documented for Harare.
Water Sports in Harare
(13)Looking for water sports? Harare has Canoeing, Diving, Kayaking, Paddle and Sailboats. In all, 13 activities are recorded in this category. This reflects only what is documented for Harare.
Nightlife in Harare
(10)Our data lists Bars, Casinos, Clubs, Disco and Events as nightlife options here. In all, 10 activities are recorded in this category. This reflects only what is documented for Harare.
Wellness in Harare
(6)Wellness lovers get Farms, Ranches, Spa, Therms and Turkish Baths. Everything listed here comes from what Harare is actually tagged with. Altogether 6 options are tagged here.
Family in Harare
(4)Family in Harare covers Aquariums, Playgrounds, Water Parks and Zoo. Each one is worth building half a day around. Straight from the activity profile stored for Harare.
Shopping in Harare
(2)Shopping in Harare covers Food and Shopping. Plan them together and you have a full day. Straight from the activity profile stored for Harare.
More to do in Harare
(2)Other activities lovers get Fishing and Secret. All of it is drawn from Harare's recorded activities. Small in number, simple to combine into one outing.
Best time to visit Harare
December to March brings the conditions water activities need. Choose October to November and March to April for hiking without the heat or the crowds. Snow activities belong to June to August. Culture, dining and nightlife hold up in every season.
Getting there & around
Long-distance travel plus local networks make Harare straightforward to reach and cross. Time zone: Africa/Harare.
Similar destinations
Places near Harare that share the same kinds of activities.
Frequently asked questions
- What is Harare known for?
- Harare, in Zimbabwe, is best known for nature, culture and sports. Those categories cover most of what visitors record here, in a place of roughly 2,150,000 residents.
- What can you do in Harare?
- Recorded activities in Harare include Beaches, Caves, Countryside, Desert and Forest. Combine two or three of them and you have a full day without leaving the area.
- When is the best time to visit Harare?
- December to March brings the conditions water activities need. Choose October to November and March to April for hiking without the heat or the crowds. Snow activities belong to June to August. Culture, dining and nightlife hold up in every season.
- Where is Harare located?
- Harare is located in Zimbabwe. Use the country and region pages to see what else lies nearby and to plan a route between stops.
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