Rwanda · Capital city
Kigali
The green, welcoming capital
Size
About 730 km²
Location
Central Rwanda
Best time
Year-round
Known for
Culture, food, history
About the park
A clean, safe and creative city
Spread over green hills in the centre of the country, Kigali is Rwanda's capital and the starting point for almost every trip. It is famously clean and orderly, with tree-lined streets, lively markets and a growing scene of cafés, restaurants and galleries.
A visit to the Kigali Genocide Memorial is a moving and important way to understand Rwanda's past and the remarkable recovery that followed. Many guests spend a day here at the start or end of their safari.
Highlights
Why visit Kigali
Genocide Memorial
A powerful place to learn the country's story.
Kimironko market
Fabrics, baskets, fruit and everyday Kigali life.
Art & design
Galleries such as the Inema Arts Center and local fashion studios.
Coffee & food
Taste some of the finest coffee in Africa and Rwandan brochettes.
When to visit
Year-round. Kigali stays a pleasant 20–27°C for most of the year.
What to expect
A safe, walkable city with good hotels and restaurants, and easy taxis and moto-taxis.
Getting there
Kigali International Airport (KGL) is about 20 minutes from the city centre.
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