About Bujumbura
Bujumbura is one of Burundi's major cities, home to around 769,317 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 Bujumbura
1
Musée Vivant
2
Rusizi National Park
3
Livingstone–Stanley Monument
4
Cathédrale Regina Mundi de Bujumbura
5
Monument de l’Unité National
6
Mausolée du Prince Louis Rwagasore
7
Bugarama
8
Karera Beach
Budget travel
Free things to do in Bujumbura
Rusizi National Park
Livingstone–Stanley Monument
Monument de l’Unité National
Karera Beach
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 Musée Vivant
- Visit Rusizi National Park
- Visit Livingstone–Stanley Monument
- Eat at Botanika
- 2
Day 2
Culture & neighborhoods
- Visit Cathédrale Regina Mundi de Bujumbura
- Visit Monument de l’Unité National
- Visit Mausolée du Prince Louis Rwagasore
- Eat at Le Bouteille d'Or
- 3
Day 3
Markets, parks & hidden corners
- Visit Bugarama
- Visit Karera Beach
- Visit Saga Plage
- Eat at Le Cayor
Where to eat
Botanika
Le Bouteille d'Or
Le Cayor
Le Plaisir
Oasis
Pont Muha
Tropicana
La Baguette Magique
Where to stay
- Hotel Club du Lac Tanganyika
- Karera Beach Hotel
- Safari Gate
- Ceprodilic
- Hotel Pacific
Nightlife
- Coeur d'Afrique
Museums & culture
- Livingstone–Stanley Monument
- Monument de l’Unité National
In pictures
Bujumbura gallery
Keep exploring
