About Kigali
Kigali is the capital of Rwanda, home to around 1,132,686 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 Kigali
1
The Kigali Genocide Memorial Centre
2
Presidential Palace Museum
3
Inema Arts Centre
4
Kandt House Museum
5
Belgian Peacekeepers Memorial
6
Campaign Against Genocide Museum
7
Nyanza Genocide Memorial
8
Nyandungu Eco-park
Budget travel
Free things to do in Kigali
The Kigali Genocide Memorial Centre
Belgian Peacekeepers Memorial
Nyanza Genocide Memorial
Nyandungu Eco-park
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 The Kigali Genocide Memorial Centre
- Visit Presidential Palace Museum
- Visit Inema Arts Centre
- Eat at La Classe
- 2
Day 2
Culture & neighborhoods
- Visit Kandt House Museum
- Visit Belgian Peacekeepers Memorial
- Visit Campaign Against Genocide Museum
- Eat at Ki Asili Resto Bar and Fast Food
- 3
Day 3
Markets, parks & hidden corners
- Visit Nyanza Genocide Memorial
- Visit Nyandungu Eco-park
- Visit Gisozi circuit
- Eat at Milima
Where to eat
La Classe
Ki Asili Resto Bar and Fast Food
Milima
Chez Robert
Heaven
Kigali Guestlux
The New Cactus
Khana Khazana
Where to stay
- Auberge La Caverne
- Mamba Rwanda Youth Hostel
- Hope Guesthouse
- Auberge de Nyamirambo
- Anthurium Residential Hotel
Shopping
- Kimironko market
- Caplaki Craft Village
- 2000 Supermarket
- Simba Supermarkets
Museums & culture
- Presidential Palace Museum
- Kandt House Museum
- Campaign Against Genocide Museum
In pictures
Kigali gallery
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