in Tanzania★ Capital

Dodoma

Tanzania's purpose-built capital on the central plateau, surprising visitors with its vineyards and easy-going small-city pace.

Notable spots

Dodoma Vineyards
Food
The unlikely heart of Tanzania's homegrown wine industry.
Lion Rock (Simba Hill)
Scenery
A granite outcrop hike with sweeping views over the capital.
Dodoma Grand Mosque
Landmark
Nyerere Square
Landmark

Best months: Jan, Feb, Mar, Apr, May, Jun, Jul, Aug, Sep, Oct and Nov

👕 Dodoma in Oct: T-shirts, shorts and breathable fabrics; sunscreen and water; big day–night swing, so dress in layers.