Planning a trip to Luanda? This visitor guide brings together the essentials you actually need: best time to go, tourist visas, where to stay, how to get around, money & payments, plus health and safety tips — so your stay in Angola’s capital is smooth, safe, and stress-free.

• Check visa requirements and flight options for your dates.
• Choose a hotel area (bayfront, Ilha, Talatona) and book airport transfer.
• Sort local SIM, payments and basic transport (ride-hailing/driver).
• Map a simple plan: bay walk, a museum, a beach day, and a sunset spot.

• ➜ Best Time to Visit
  Seasons, weather and ideal months for beaches, safaris and city breaks.
• ➜ Tourist Entry Visas for Angola
  Visa types, requirements, processing tips and official references.
• ➜ Essential Arrival Tips
  Airport, SIM, ride-hailing, cash vs cards, and first-week checklist.
• ➜ Hotels & Guesthouses
  Where to stay by mood and budget — bayfront, Ilha, Talatona & more.
• ➜ Transportation
  Ride-hailing, drivers, airport transfers and getting around safely.
• ➜ Money & Payments
  Currency, cards vs cash, ATMs and practical cost expectations.
• ➜ Travel Health Tips
  Clinics, pharmacies, insurance reminders and common travel advice.
• ➜ Safety Essentials
  Street-smart tips, areas to know and emergency contacts.

• ➜ Food in Luanda
  Where to eat, traditional dishes and delivery apps.
• ➜ Nightlife in Luanda
  Bars, clubs, rooftops and live music.
• ➜ City Walks
  Waterfront promenades, historic squares and urban viewpoints.
• ➜ Nature & Adventure
  Beaches, river tours, Miradouro da Lua and nearby safaris.
• ➜ Cultural & Historical
  Fortresses, museums, art spaces and living heritage.
• ➜ Shopping & Souvenirs
  Craft markets, malls, outlets and useful shopping apps.
• ➜ Fun in Luanda — Events & Entertainment
  What’s on: concerts, festivals and cultural shows.

• ➜ Suggested Itineraries
  Ready-made routes to explore Luanda and nearby highlights.