About Antananarivo
Antananarivo is the capital of Madagascar, home to around 1,349,501 people.
Best time
The dry season for the most comfortable travel
Weather
Largely warm year-round with distinct wet and dry seasons
Experiences
Things to do in Antananarivo
1
Rova
2
Prime Minister's Palace
3
Lemurs' Park
4
Croc Farm
5
Botanical and Zoological Garden of Tsimbazaza
6
Cathedrale catholique d Andohalo
7
Museum of Art and Archaeology
8
Independence Avenue
Budget travel
Free things to do in Antananarivo
Lemurs' Park
Botanical and Zoological Garden of Tsimbazaza
Cathedrale catholique d Andohalo
Mostly free or pay-what-you-like — always double-check opening times and any seasonal fees before you go.
Plan your trip
Suggested itinerary
- 1
Day 1
Icons & landmarks
- Visit Rova
- Visit Prime Minister's Palace
- Visit Lemurs' Park
- Eat at La Table de Mariette
- 2
Day 2
Culture & neighborhoods
- Visit Croc Farm
- Visit Botanical and Zoological Garden of Tsimbazaza
- Visit Cathedrale catholique d Andohalo
- Eat at Ile Bourbon
- 3
Day 3
Markets, parks & hidden corners
- Visit Museum of Art and Archaeology
- Visit Independence Avenue
- Visit Jean Be Tours
- Eat at La Brasserie at the France Hotel
Where to eat
La Table de Mariette
Ile Bourbon
La Brasserie at the France Hotel
Grill De Rova
KudeTa
Jasmin
Where to stay
- Madagascar Underground Backpackers Hostel
- Hotel Moonlight
- Hotel Niaouly
- Hotel Chez Francis
- El Mundo Hotel
Shopping
- Analakely Market
- Super U Supermarkets
- Tana Water Front Mall
- Leader Price hypermarket
- Jumbo Score Hypermarket
- L A City Mall
Museums & culture
- Prime Minister's Palace
- Cathedrale catholique d Andohalo
- Museum of Art and Archaeology
In pictures
Antananarivo gallery
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