Café · Dili
Dare Memorial Museum & Café
A café at the Dare memorial museum in the hills above Dili, which remembers the Australian soldiers and Timorese who fought together in the Second World War. Panoramic views over the city.
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By David
Quick answer · as of October 2026
Dare Memorial Museum & Café is a café in Dare, in the hills above Dili, serving coffee. Views over Dili from the hills. Listed hours: Mon–Sat 09:00–21:00; Sun 09:00–22:00.
- Type
- Café
- Cuisine
- Coffee
- Area
- Dare, in the hills above Dili
- Hours (as listed)
- Mon–Sat 09:00–21:00; Sun 09:00–22:00
At a glance
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Type | Café |
| Cuisine | Coffee |
| Area | Dare, in the hills above Dili |
| Hours (as listed) | Mon–Sat 09:00–21:00; Sun 09:00–22:00 |
| Good to know | Sea view |
What to order
- Coffee
Why go
- Views over Dili from the hills
- Second World War memorial museum
- Good for: a half-day trip out of the heat
- Good for: history
Worth knowing
- You need transport to get up the hill
Location
Location
Dare Memorial Museum & CaféDare, in the hills above Dili-8.5966, 125.5761
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- Hours (as listed)
- Mon–Sat 09:00–21:00; Sun 09:00–22:00
- Phone
- +670 7579 0406
Hours change often in Timor-Leste. Check before a special trip.
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