5 days in Dili Itinerary

When East Timor declared itself independent from Indonesia in 2002, the small town of Dili took center stage as the nation's capital.

Step off the beaten path and head to Old Ai Pelo Prison and One Dollar Beach. Immaculate Conception Cathedral and Cemetery of Santa Cruz will appeal to history buffs. And it doesn't end there: get a taste of the local shopping with Arte Moris, see the interesting displays at The Archives & Museum of East Timorese Resistance, learn about all things military at Dare Memorial Museum and Cafe, and stroll around Largo de Lecidere.

To find photos, where to stay, maps, and tourist information, go to the Dili trip maker app.

If you are flying in from Australia, the closest major aiport is Presidente Nicolau Lobato International Airport.