Town · Central Rwanda
Kigali
Rwanda's capital, and consistently ranked among Africa's cleanest and best-organised cities.
How to get there
Served directly by Kigali International Airport, Rwanda's main gateway.
What to find
The Kigali Genocide Memorial, Inema Arts Center, and a compact, walkable city centre.
Overview
Kigali, Rwanda's capital, spreads over green hills and valleys, and is known across Africa for being clean, safe and well organised. Plastic bags are banned, and on the last Saturday of each month the whole country takes part in Umuganda, a morning of community work.
It's a very easy city to enjoy, with good restaurants, cafés, art galleries and markets. The Kigali Genocide Memorial gives essential context for understanding Rwanda today.
Highlights
- The Kigali Genocide Memorial
- Kimironko market, for fabrics, crafts and produce
- A Nyamirambo walking tour of the city's most vibrant neighbourhood
- Art galleries including Inema Arts Center
- A great café and dining scene
Things to do
City tour
The memorial, markets, galleries and viewpoints.
Nyamirambo tour
A community-led walk and cooking experience.
Shopping
Kitenge tailoring and crafts.
Best time to visit
All year. On the last Saturday of each month, Umuganda means many services and roads are closed in the morning.
Getting there
Kigali International Airport is about 20 to 30 minutes from the city centre.
Where to stay
Hotels from international chains to boutique guesthouses.
Kigali
A selection of well-known options, not a complete list. See all accommodation in Rwanda →
Good to know
- Plan around Umuganda mornings when you're travelling.
- Kigali is a very good gateway for Uganda's southern Bwindi too.
Permit prices, park rules and access can change. We always confirm the latest details when we plan your trip.
From Kigali
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