Things to do & places to visit in Kigali Province, Rwanda

Kigali Province #1 destination in Rwanda 2023. The average rating score is 4.76 based on 5.628 traveler reviews, of 35 attractions. Timezone: Africa/Kigali, current date and time: Thursday, May 09, 2024, 21:39.

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General weather summary in May

76°F - 59°F

Temperature Highs - Lows

Mildly cool, humid but cool

Feels like

49%

Chance of rain

210.0 millimeters

Amount

8.0 mph

Wind speed

92%

Humidity

12.0

Daylight length

5:55 AM

Sunrise

5:56 PM

Sunset

33%

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Top things to do (34)

Top places to visit (30 attractions) view more »

5.0 Kigali Genocide Memorial (2.785 reviews)
- Profoundly moving
Thursday: 8:00 AM - 4:00 PM Spent 1-2 hours Speciality Museums

A permanent National genocide memorial in remembrance of more than one million victims of the 1994 Genocide against the Tutsi. The memorial is a place of remembrance and learning where more than 250,000 victims of the Genocide have been laid to rest. Many people who lost loved ones in the Genocide visit to remember and grieve. There is no entrance fee and donations are gratefully accepted. See more..
5.0 Kigali Car Rentals (377 reviews)
- Great price, no hidden fees, quality car and exceptional service.
Spent More than 3 hours Taxis & Shuttles

Kigali Car Rentals is a premier Rwanda Car rental/ car hire agency based in Kigali, Rwanda. We provide affordable exotic, luxury, and standard car rental services in Rwanda. Whether you need a 4x4 for Self drive or need a ride guided by professional drivers to take you around Rwanda, we will offer the best Rwanda Car rental experience. See more..
5.0 Niyo Art Gallery (195 reviews)
- Favourite gallery in Kigali
Thursday: 8:00 AM - 11:30 PM Spent 1-2 hours Art Galleries

This is such a beautiful, vibrant gallery, and my favourite in Kigali by far. It has just been completely redone, with beautiful and affordable pieces by 15+ very talented Rwandan artists. Best of all they support not just artists but school fees for vulnerable children. Definitely a must-see in Rwanda! Some of the artists are usually there to discuss their work, and Niyo is inspiring and very friendly. See more..
5.0 Choose Kigali Art Gallery (65 reviews)
- Amazing Art, Cuisine & Hospitality
Thursday: 8:00 AM - 7:00 PM Art Galleries

Art, Comfort, Adventure. Located in Kiyovu, the historic heart of the city, Choose Kigali is at its core a creative space. This space includes several floors of open gallery that will feature a rotating slate of Africa's latest contemporary art. Our boutique residence is alongside the gallery at Choose Kigali. We have two group suites. Each suite consists of a master with en-suite bathroom, as well as two additional bedrooms with a shared bath. Each private suite is perfect for a family, group of friends, or business travelers, looking to break away from a traditional hotel environment. The rooms are filled with the latest in contemporary art and beautiful views of the city. With only two suites, the space is extremely private. The rooms are perfect for an overnight in Kigali or an extended stay. Whether you’re staying with us, or just in for the day, we’re also now offering adventures. We’re thrilled to give our clients access to the city and country in a way only we can provide. See more..
5.0 Mama Rwanda Village (21 reviews)
- Warm hearted founder!
Thursday: 12:00 AM - 11:59 PM Spent More than 3 hours Art Galleries

Mama Rwanda Foundation uses the art gallery to generate sustainable income to sponsor its activities. Mama Rwanda Foundation is a non governmental organization dedicated to improving the lives of vulnerable children in Rwanda through education empowerment and daily life support. We use art as a driving tool to make a difference in our community. See more..
5.0 Tongo Art Gallery (13 reviews)
- Definitely worth a visit!
Spent 1-2 hours Art Galleries

Tongo is a small contemporary art gallery offering unique professional paintings and stylish jewelry and accessories with an African flair. Showcasing the works of painter Joe Mukuna and designer Sarah Manion - Tongo is unlike anything else offered in Kigali's art scene. In addition to fine art, Tongo offers art classes for adults, commissioned art, murals and more. Come visit our quaint space located on the main road across from Intersec Security headquarters. We welcome you to our space and can't wait for your visit! Please contact us directly for any questions. See more..
5.0 Abien Arts Center (12 reviews)
- The best place to experience Rwandan art in Kigali
Spent More than 3 hours Art Galleries

Abien art is a short name of Akimana Fabien artist and this make a word in french " bien" means good or fine "abien arts" mean fine art or good art. Abien arts is coolest space to be weather you want, to stay or if you want to exchange Culture and share experience in Rwanda. It's place for Relaxing and culture activities. We're a first Arts center culture in Rwanda. We aimed to build our society See more..
5.0 Indiba Arts Space (4 reviews)
- I respect and like that space
Art Galleries

Indiba art space is somewhere I like to be ✌️✌️willy you good and kind man I know so please don't give up bro See more..
5.0 Unique Rwanda Vacations Experts (1 review)
- was an amazing experience working with Unique Rwanda Vacation experts
Multi-day Tours • Day Trips

I had pleisure working with Unique Rwanda Vacation experts on my recent trip to the Volcanoes to see the gorilla. These guys are so professional, very informative and good organization. I would therefore recommend them for other clients See more..
4.5 Inema Art Center (700 reviews)
- Denis made my visit unique
Art Galleries

Founded in 2012 by brothers and self-taught painters Emmanuel Nkuranga and Innocent Nkurunziza, the Inema Arts Centre's mission is to spur creativity for personal, social, and economic growth.At its core, Inema provides space for 10 artists-in-residence to explore their creative talent. Specialising in contemporary african art, Inema's artists produce painting, sculpture, and mixed media expressions, all of which is showcased at the Gallery at Inema Arts Center.Inema is also home to the following- Nziza Artworks, featuring bespoke jewelry, African linens and leatherworks made by women at the onsite Nziza Workshop- Art with a Mission, training children with limitted resources art to give them livelihood;- Inema Dance, our youth cultural dance troupe, Inema art center provides a room for weekly traditional dance classes to the experts .Inema is open daily from 8AM to 8 PM, located in Kigali in the suburb of Kacyiru on KG 563 Street. Contact www.choosekigali.com for accommodations & Tour See more..
4.5 Nyamata Church (283 reviews)
- Beautiful Memorial to a Horrific Event
Religious Sites

Visited with our group on an OAT adventure. Our local guide was excellent & provided a moving & factual description of the emotionally charge massacre in 1994. The group was in tears as we imagined the horror of that day & the days to follow. A must see to not only remember what hate can cause, but to see how the ability to forgive can heal a country & it's people. See more..
4.5 Kimironko Market (201 reviews)
- Brace yourself!
Thursday: 6:00 AM - 9:00 AM Spent 2-3 hours Flea & Street Markets

“Bustling” doesn’t begin to describe this Mecca of commerce. Tools, clothes, housewares, trinkets, an incredible array of things are on sale. The clothes made to order on treadle sewing machines are decent quality and fun. Now, the experience, because you have to be ready to roll with it. Aisles are narrow, some dimly lit, and packed with people and goods. Young non local women will attract a lot of attention, but mostly from a distance. Overall the market seems pretty safe. If you’re white or obviously a tourist, you will be approached by people persistently hawking their stuff or offering to “help” you. Politely and confidently telling them you’re not interested helps, ignoring them works too. There are no prices on anything, so everything is a negotiation. But even if you don’t buy anything it’s a great experience. See more..
4.5 Ntarama Church (178 reviews)
- Worth a visit to learn more about Rwandan Genocide
Historic Sites

This site of the April 1994 massacre has been declared a genocide memorial. It remains a solemn tribute to those who were slain, the bones and belongings of the dead still lying among the aisles and the altar. See more..
4.5 Ivuka Arts Kigali (100 reviews)
- Worth a visit
Art Galleries

Ivuka Arts Center was the first of the kind space in Rwanda which opened its doors to the public with a major objective of discovering and nurturing local artistic talent. See more..
4.5 Camp Kigali Memorial (96 reviews)
- See this as well as the Genocide Memorial
Spent < 1 hour Battlefields • Cemeteries

This covers the first few hours of the genocide and how things unfolded. I highly recommend visiting Camp Kigali since this is where the killing of the peacekeepers and Prime Minister happened. The bullet holes seen in the photo's are real. There is a different, a more visceral, feel than the Genocide museum. This is a small site so how much time you spend is up to you. We were there for over an hour. See more..
4.5 1000 Hills Distillery (55 reviews)
- 1000 Hills Distillery View and Delicious Food
Thursday: 11:45 AM - 10:00 PM Spent 1-2 hours Distilleries

Founded in 2014 by two gentlemen with a love of fine whisky, stunning views and a strong sense of pride in working with local communities, 1000 Hills Distillery was born. But like most great ideas, originally they thought of starting a vineyard, but lucky for us, they thought better! To be honest, it's a challenge to find high quality ingredients, but one of the reasons we chose Rwanda in addition to the amazing resilience of the country is that we could source materials locally, thus supporting micro and small businesses. Since our beginning we come to produce five unique Made in Rwanda, triple distilled liquors, such as a Coffee Liqueur, Vodka, Light Spiced Rum, London Dry Gin and Single Malt Whisky! Unlike most alcohol companies, social impact is at the heart of the company! To learn more, book a Distillery Tour! From all of us at 1000 Hills Distillery, please enjoy responsibly. See more..
4.5 Librarie Ikirezi Bookshop (55 reviews)
- Desperately Seeking Something to Read
Thursday: 8:00 AM - 8:00 PM Libraries

Selling books in English, French and Kinyarwanda, quality school and office materials, arts materials, games and plays, gift items. Large range of books about Africa and Africa related matters, adult literature, children literature among other matters of interest. In house Inzora Rooftop coffee shop with a spectacular view on Kigali's wetlands. See more..
4.5 Mt. Kigali (37 reviews)
- Worth a visit
Spent 2-3 hours Mountains

First time i visited with friends, and later with my clients, as its always part of my Kigali city tour after learning more about it. It gives you great overview of the city, and great stories. Number of vevet monkeys, however they tend to attack incase thry sense food staff with you. They saw our bananas and they came over, wanting to grab, my client was a fried but i step in and made her feel calm. Worth a visit if your around to souce your city tour. Those in need of guide, am available always to take your around See more..
4.5 Amahoro Stadium (23 reviews)
- Not a football fan- still a great time!
Spent 2-3 hours Arenas & Stadiums

I had a really nice time watching a football match here, even though I am not into football! Getting a ticket outside was a crazy experience and it was fun to see how excited everyone was about the game! Good experience See more..
4.5 Campaign Against Genocide Museum (22 reviews)
- Great place for learning about the liberation war and the campaign against genocide (1994 Rwanda)..
Thursday: 8:00 AM - 5:30 PM Spent 1-2 hours Military Museums • Speciality Museums • History Museums

Great place for learning about liberation war and campaign against genocide in Rwanda during genocide against Tutsi in 1994 See more..
4.5 Kigali Convention Centre (21 reviews)
- incredible
Spent 1-2 hours Convention Centers

My name is lilane Maura lamas from counsel of Europe and its my first time to come to Rwanda, beautiful country and am attending the 145th IPU Assembly held in Kigali Convention Center and raddison blu hotel one of the best I have seen in Rwanda and a great host of the Inter-Parliamentary Union assembly 145th that has been a success. I also want to thank the staff of kcc who are Mrs Joyce Rukeribuga and the associate Mr. Peter for their great quality service especially providing coffee breaks on time and helping us through out the Event and tours arranged for us to learn more about Kigali city, Once again thanks to the whole team of KCC who made our conference so successful. We proudly recommend to choose KCC in Kigali for any future conferences and meeting best place with all services provided. Kind Regards lilane Maura lamas counsel of Europe. See more..
4.5 Nyabugogo Marche Market (15 reviews)
- I love a real, local market!
Flea & Street Markets

This market was the real deal. It was truly a market for locals, we were the only non-Rwandans walking through the incredibly crowded market and streets. On one side of the street are some covered areas with produce and products. On the other side, is a three or four story building with shops all the way up. Behind it is one of the busiest taxi and bus stands I've ever seen. Great to see, but not if you're someone who gets nervous in big crowds without knowing the local language. We loved it! See more..
4.5 Yego Arts studio (12 reviews)
- Yego Arts Gallery is now located at Kimihurura KG 668 ST KIGALI
Points of Interest & Landmarks

Yego Arts a fine art gallery in Kigali, it is a true temple of creativity. professional artists with different styles. The gallery was founded in 2013 by Tony Cyizanye See more..
4.5 Saint-Famille Church (11 reviews)
- Wodden art works
Spent < 1 hour Churches & Cathedrals

Just beside this beautiful church is a small shed selling handcrafted wooden art works. I recommend this place for any one looking for authentic African art works at a very good price. You will be suprised by the quantity and quality of carvings you can buy in this small shop. See more..
4.5 Kigali Arts Center (11 reviews)
- Art
Thursday: 8:00 AM - 11:00 PM Spent More than 3 hours Art Galleries

Kigali arts center is a hub of creative minds, founded by two former nyundo arts school (Ecole d'Arts de Nyundo) students KABANDANA Casmir and Fabrice GIRIHIRWE. The kigali arts center's mission is to expand and stimulate creativity for individuals, community and economic growth. kigali arts center provides space to talented artists specializing in contemporary african art. They produce paintings, Illustrations, sculpture and mixed media expressions and all works are displayed at the gallery at kigali arts center. Also you will find Books, Crafts, creative toys for kids and we serve all industries in different creative work. Kigali arts center provides a space to both beginners and professionals at the studio to express their ideas artistically. Kigali arts center is open daily from 8AM to 9PM ,it is located at kacyiru KG 649 st house 58 See more..
4.0 Muslim Quarter (85 reviews)
- Ownership of City has changed many times
Thursday: 5:00 AM - 10:00 PM Neighborhoods

This quarter of the Old City holds many sites of interest, including the Western Wall, which borders on the Temple Mount. The Western Wall Plaza is often busy. On Saturday night, many people are out strolling or eating out. The best access to the Western Wall is through the Dung Gate, which was once used to haul rubbish from the city. Access to the Jewish Quarter can be made through the Zion Gate, which is in the southwest of the Old City. Ownership of the city has changed many times; the Zion Gate is pock-marked with bullets holes. See more..
4.0 Kigali City Tower (28 reviews)
- Tallest Building
Spent 1-2 hours Architectural Buildings

It was nice to visit the tallest building of Kigali and it was considered as a landmark of the city so nice view from top See more..
3.5 Rwanda Art Museum (91 reviews)
- Beautiful grounds, interesting presidential home to visit
Thursday: 8:00 AM - 6:00 PM Art Museums

We visited the Rwanda Art Museum this morning and so enjoyed our visit. We had a lovely guide who walked us through the previous President's home. While it's 40 years old, it was still very pleasant and interesting to see. We especially wanted to see the current exhibition by women artists in Rwanda. Some really brilliant artists, and it was also fun to see the permanent exhibit. The grounds are beautiful and well maintained. There are several old water fountains and the swimming pool which are all empty now, but still beautifully built. And, we visited the site of the plane crash where both the Rwandan and Burundian presidents were killed. See more..
3.5 Kandt House Museum (64 reviews)
- Worth a quick whirl
Thursday: 8:00 AM - 5:30 PM Speciality Museums

Where else can you see an exhibit of live snakes in Kigali? This place is small, literally the house of a former German explorer and resident, and has been converted into a sort of living museum / natural history museum. Worth a visit if only for the live snakes! The rest of the exhibits in the rooms are interesting, if a bit static and outdated. Recommend the self-guided option, unless you have extra time, since the guides may insist on showing you EVERYTHING in the museum, each with explanation. This could take you an hour or more, so avoid if you're in a hurry. That said, the guide was very well informed and engaging, and spoke excellent English. But we really didn't have a huge amount of time to spend there, so we sort of had to politely rush him along. See more..
3.5 Parliament (37 reviews)
- House of history
Government Buildings

So much history surrounds the Rwandan House of Parliament. During the genocide, it was for a long time the safest place to be in. Our tour guide took us on a historical journey of how the war was fought and won and the role played by this historic building which still stands in all its majesty. At the very top, there is a terrace from where one could view most of Kigali below. And as a reminder, there is a canon gun pointing at the strategic hill opposite. It was from that spot that shells were fired to dislodge the enemy from the strategic hill. See more..