About Ouagadougou
Ouagadougou is the capital of Burkina Faso, home to around 2,415,266 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 Ouagadougou
1
Grand Mosque of Ouagadougou
2
Ouagadougou Cathedral
3
National Museum
4
Museum of Music
5
Bangr Weogo park
6
L'Unité Pédagogique
7
Garden of Ouaga-Loudun Friendship
8
Naba Koom
Budget travel
Free things to do in Ouagadougou
Grand Mosque of Ouagadougou
Ouagadougou Cathedral
Bangr Weogo park
Garden of Ouaga-Loudun Friendship
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 Grand Mosque of Ouagadougou
- Visit Ouagadougou Cathedral
- Visit National Museum
- Eat at Le Verdoyant
- 2
Day 2
Culture & neighborhoods
- Visit Museum of Music
- Visit Bangr Weogo park
- Visit L'Unité Pédagogique
- Eat at Le Coq Bleu
- 3
Day 3
Markets, parks & hidden corners
- Visit Garden of Ouaga-Loudun Friendship
- Visit Naba Koom
- Visit FESPACO
- Eat at Le Vert Galant
Where to eat
Le Verdoyant
Le Coq Bleu
Le Vert Galant
l'Eau Vive
Where to stay
- Cailcedrat
- Benoua Lodge Hotel a Ouagadougou
- Villa Yiri Suma
- Splendid Hôtel
- Hotel Yibi
Museums & culture
- Grand Mosque of Ouagadougou
- Ouagadougou Cathedral
- National Museum
- Museum of Music
In pictures
Ouagadougou gallery
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