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Kigali Genocide Memorial
No. 1 of Best Things to Do in Rwanda

Kigali Genocide Memorial

5.5
4.5/5
12 reviews
Kigali Genocide Memorial is located on a hillside in Gisozi, Kigali, and is the central site for commemorating the 1994 Genocide against the Tutsi in Rwanda, where the remains of over 250,000 victims are buried. It opened in 2004 on the tenth anniversary of the genocide, and today it serves as both a burial place and a site for reflection, as well as a museum with a mission of remembrance and education. The permanent exhibition inside begins with the history of Rwanda before the genocide, outlines the course of events, and also presents the subsequent trials, reconciliation, and national reconstruction, accompanied by artifacts, photographs, and video testimonies from survivors. The children's exhibition uses large photographs and short texts to tell the stories of individual children who were killed, sharing their likes and final words, which is a moving part of the entire visit. Another exhibition area expands the scope to a global scale, introducing the origin of the term "genocide" and similar tragedies, including the Holocaust, and those that occurred in Armenia, Cambodia, and elsewhere. The outdoor area is also worth slowing down for: the wall of victims' names is still being updated; the roses in the rose garden are mostly planted by relatives of the victims; the memorial flame, lit in 2004, is relit every April 7 and burns for 100 days; the amphitheater hosts the Ubumuntu Arts Festival every July, using theater, music, and dance to explore humanity and reconciliation. Some of the guides during the visit are survivors of the genocide, and their firsthand accounts offer an experience that most memorial sites cannot provide. After viewing the heavy exhibition, the museum café is a good place to process your emotions.Gasabo · 7.4 km from downtown
Inema Arts Centre
No. 2 of Best Things to Do in Rwanda

Inema Arts Centre

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4.1/5
8 reviews
InemaArtCenter, an art center located in the capital city of Kigali, features a wide variety of original artworks. In addition to African art, here you can enjoy art from all over the world. The exterior building itself is amazing and there is a lot of art scattered around, many of which are available for sale.Gasabo · 6.5 km from downtown
Kigali Convention Centre

Kigali Convention Centre

3.3
Gasabo · 7.5 km from downtown
Institute Of National Museums Of Rwanda

Institute Of National Museums Of Rwanda

3.2
At the Institute Of National Museums Of Rwanda, you can learn about early Rwandan history. You also have the opportunity to enjoy wonderful performances by professional dancers.Nyarugenge · 5 km from downtown
Amahoro National Stadium

Amahoro National Stadium

3.1
Gasabo · 7.3 km from downtown
BK Arena

BK Arena

3
4.0/5
1 reviews
Gasabo · 7 km from downtown
Biryogo Car Free Food Street

Biryogo Car Free Food Street

2.9
Kigali · 1.7 km from downtown
Kimironko Market

Kimironko Market

2.9
4.0/5
2 reviews
A diverse market offering diverse products from produce and raw meat to souvenirs.Kigali · 7.5 km from downtown
Kigali Conference and Exhibition Village (KCEV)

Kigali Conference and Exhibition Village (KCEV)

2.8
Kigali · 926m from downtown
Kigali Pelé Stadium

Kigali Pelé Stadium

2.8
Kigali · 3.5 km from downtown

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Nyandungu Eco-Park

Nyandungu Eco-Park

2.8
5.0/5
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Kigali · 9.6 km from downtown
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Kigali: Choose Your Traditional Craft Experiences

Kigali: Choose Your Traditional Craft Experiences

5.0/5
1 review
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2D1N • 2 Days Akagera Game Drive with overnight to a Safari Resort

2D1N • 2 Days Akagera Game Drive with overnight to a Safari Resort

5/5
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6D5N • 6 Days Rwanda Uganda Budget Wildlife Safari

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6D5N • 6 Days Rwanda Uganda Budget Wildlife Safari

5/5
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Featured Culture & history in Kigali

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Kigali: Traditional Imigongo Painting with an Incredible View
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Kigali: Traditional Imigongo Painting with an Incredible View

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Kigali: Paint Your Own Tote Bag Workshop with Local Artist
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Kigali: Paint Your Own Tote Bag Workshop with Local Artist

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Kigali Basket Weaving Workshop with Local Artisans
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Kigali Basket Weaving Workshop with Local Artisans

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Discover Musanze: Caves, Gorilla Conservation, Culture & City Life Tour
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Discover Musanze: Caves, Gorilla Conservation, Culture & City Life Tour

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One-Day Historical and Relaxation Tour in Kigali
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One-Day Historical and Relaxation Tour in Kigali

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Kigali:Walking City Tour with Nyamirambo & Eco-Park
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Kigali:Walking City Tour with Nyamirambo & Eco-Park

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Discover Kigali's Nightlife with Aline
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Discover Kigali's Nightlife with Aline

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Featured Day tours in Kigali

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Kigali: Quad Bike Ride on Dirt Roads
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Kigali: Quad Bike Ride on Dirt Roads

4.9/5
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1 Day Gorilla Tour in Bwindi from Kigali
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1 Day Gorilla Tour in Bwindi from Kigali

4.9/5
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Salsa, Kizomba, Bachata, and Semba Experience
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Salsa, Kizomba, Bachata, and Semba Experience

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1 Day Safari to Akagera national park-Big5 Safari
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1 Day Safari to Akagera national park-Big5 Safari

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Duration: 5–10 hrs
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Kigali: Mount Kigali and Cultural Village Tour with Snacks
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Kigali: Mount Kigali and Cultural Village Tour with Snacks

4.9/5
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Kigali: Guided Art, History, and Food Tour with Moto Ride
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Kigali: Guided Art, History, and Food Tour with Moto Ride

4.9/5
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1 day Trip to Lake kivu beach
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1 day Trip to Lake kivu beach

4.8/5
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Duration: 13 hrs
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Featured Food & drink in Kigali

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Rwandan and Syrian Food Tour
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Rwandan and Syrian Food Tour

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Kigali: Traditional Rwandan Cooking Class with Meal
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Kigali: Traditional Rwandan Cooking Class with Meal

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Kigali: Traditional Kubumba Pottery Making with Local Women
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Kigali: Traditional Kubumba Pottery Making with Local Women

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Kigali: Learn How to Make Hot Sauce from Scratch
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Kigali: Learn How to Make Hot Sauce from Scratch

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Kigali: Kimironko Market Tour and Sewing Workshop
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Kigali: Kimironko Market Tour and Sewing Workshop

Duration: 1.5–4 hrs
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Kigali: Umutetsi Home Traditional Cooking Experience
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Kigali: Umutetsi Home Traditional Cooking Experience

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Kigali: From Market to Table Cooking Class in Kigali
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Kigali: From Market to Table Cooking Class in Kigali

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Private Tours in Kigali

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2D1N • Private 2 Days Volcano Golden Monkey and Bwindi Gorilla Trek

Level 22D1N • Private 2 Days Volcano Golden Monkey and Bwindi Gorilla Trek

5/5
8 reviews
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2D1N • 2 Days Nyungwe National Park Tours -Chimps-Canopy-Waterfall

2D1N • 2 Days Nyungwe National Park Tours -Chimps-Canopy-Waterfall

5/5
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2D1N • Private 2 days Chimpanzee Tracking and Canopy Walk Nyungwe

Level 22D1N • Private 2 days Chimpanzee Tracking and Canopy Walk Nyungwe

5/5
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2D1N • 2-Day Akagera National Park Game Drive, Ihema boat trip with a Choice 4x4

2D1N • 2-Day Akagera National Park Game Drive, Ihema boat trip with a Choice 4x4

5/5
4 reviews
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3D2N • 3-Day Gorillas Trekking In Uganda And Golden Monkeys In Rwanda

3D2N • 3-Day Gorillas Trekking In Uganda And Golden Monkeys In Rwanda

5/5
2 reviews
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2D1N • 2 Days in Akagera National Park

2D1N • 2 Days in Akagera National Park

5/5
2 reviews
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2D1N • 2 Days Akagera Wildlife Safari( pick up and drop off)

2D1N • 2 Days Akagera Wildlife Safari( pick up and drop off)

5/5
6 reviews
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2D1N • 2 Days Akagera Wilderness Safari Big 5 and Highest Peak Camping

Level 22D1N • 2 Days Akagera Wilderness Safari Big 5 and Highest Peak Camping

5/5
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Group Tours in Kigali

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3D2N • Uganda: 3-Day Bwindi Gorilla Trekking Tour

3D2N • Uganda: 3-Day Bwindi Gorilla Trekking Tour

Max. 24 peopleEnglishNo mandatory shoppingGroup Tours
Enjoy a performance by the Batwa Cultural group at the UWA center · Enjoy the convenience of a pick-up and drop-off at Kampala or Entebbe · Enter the sundowners club with a sunset view
From EUR 450
5D4N • From Kigali: 5-Day Gorilla Trekking, Lake Kivu & Kigali Tour

5D4N • From Kigali: 5-Day Gorilla Trekking, Lake Kivu & Kigali Tour

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Discover Kigali's vibrant nightlife and shop for authentic souvenirs · Embark on a 5-day adventure through Rwanda's diverse landscapes · Explore the ancient Musanze Caves and relax on Lake Kivu's shores
From EUR 1,406
4D3N • Kigali: 4-Day City Tour with Adventure & Nightlife

4D3N • Kigali: 4-Day City Tour with Adventure & Nightlife

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Discover Kigali's history, culture, and nightlife on a 4-day tour · Experience Kigali's vibrant nightlife at Pilipili Kigali and Azurri Kigali · Get your adrenaline pumping at Fazenda Sengha Adventure Park
From EUR 1,202
3D2N • Kigali: Volcanoes National Park Gorilla Trekking Tour

3D2N • Kigali: Volcanoes National Park Gorilla Trekking Tour

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Enjoy a delicious lunch at Fatim Hotel after your gorilla trekking adventure · Immerse yourself in Rwandan culture at the Iby'Iwacu Cultural Village · Learn about the park's rules and regulations from a knowledgeable guide
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7D6N • From Kigali: 7-Day Rwanda Safari with Gorilla Trekking

7D6N • From Kigali: 7-Day Rwanda Safari with Gorilla Trekking

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Embark on a boat safari on Lake Ihema to see hippos and crocodiles · Explore Rwanda on a 7-day safari tour from Kigali with a guide · Go on a full-day safari in Akagera National Park and see the Big Five
From EUR 2,039
2D1N • From Kigali: 2-Day Gorilla Trekking & Cultural Tour

2D1N • From Kigali: 2-Day Gorilla Trekking & Cultural Tour

Max. 6 peopleEnglishNo mandatory shoppingMini Group
Benefit from a convenient hotel pickup and drop-off in Kigali · Enjoy traditional music and dance performances in a local village · Experience the thrill of a gorilla trek in Volcanoes National Park
From EUR 356
18D17N • From Entebbe: 18-Day Uganda and Rwanda Safari Tour

18D17N • From Entebbe: 18-Day Uganda and Rwanda Safari Tour

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Cruise along the Victoria Nile and Kazinga Channel to spot wildlife · Embark on a thrilling 18-day safari tour through Uganda and Rwanda · Go on game drives in Murchison Falls and Queen Elizabeth National Parks
From EUR 2,457
2D1N • Ruhango: 2-Day Cultural Immersion Experience with Locals

2D1N • Ruhango: 2-Day Cultural Immersion Experience with Locals

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Connect with local families and discover Rwanda’s traditions and culture · Experience authentic rural Rwandan life on a 2-day cultural immersion · Explore Rwanda’s coffee culture, from harvesting to tasting
From EUR 756
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Free things to do in Kigali

Kigali Genocide Memorial

Kigali Genocide Memorial

5.5
4.5/5
12 reviews
Gasabo · 7.4 km from downtown

What travellers say about Kigali

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Tania Akter (Sumi)April 9, 2025
5.0
Visiting the Kigali Genocide Memorial was a deeply moving and powerful experience. It offers a profound reflection on Rwanda’s history, honoring the lives lost while inspiring hope through reconciliation and peace. The exhibits are thoughtfully curated, emotional, and educational—shedding light on the strength of the Rwandan people. It's a place of remembrance, learning, and healing. If you're in Kigali, this memorial is a must-visit to truly understand the resilience of a nation.

Kigali Genocide Memorial

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139***60December 26, 2019
5.0
I think Rwanda is still a very underdeveloped country. There are several paintings in this art center that I think are good. They all depict various animals on the African savannah. Zebras, wildebeests, and antelopes are all very vivid.

Inema Arts Centre

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Explorer001October 20, 2023
4.0
watched a basketball match here and I was blown away by the state of the arts basketball court. The best in East Africa.

BK Arena

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E70***48May 28, 2021
4.0
Good selection of local products and tastes

Kimironko Market

Trip Moments in Kigali

A quiet weekend at Lake Ruhondo

A quiet weekend at Lake Ruhondo

“I went to Rwanda for a 10 days and spent most of my weekdays hustling in Kigali.”@Freedom Looks Like This · weekendgetaways · 17 days ago
Discover Kigali, Rwanda 🇷🇼🌿

Discover Kigali, Rwanda 🇷🇼🌿

“Welcome to Kigali, the beautiful capital of Rwanda, a city known for its green hills, clean streets, welcoming atmosphere, and inspiring transformation.”@Sayed El Maleh · 21 days ago
Rwanda: The Land of a Thousand Hills in Africa

Rwanda: The Land of a Thousand Hills in Africa

“Rwanda is located in East-Central Africa and is a small landlocked country south of the equator, bordering Uganda, Burundi, the Democratic Republic of the Congo, and Tanzania.”@real‑life travel stories · 4 days ago
Lake Kivu, Rwanda

Lake Kivu, Rwanda

“A deep-water lake on the East African Rift plateau, it is a border lake between Rwanda and the Democratic Republic of the Congo.”@real‑life travel stories · 26 days ago

Frequently asked questions

What are the must-do things in Kigali?

Don't miss these attractions in Kigali: Kigali Genocide Memorial, Inema Arts Centre, and Kigali Convention Centre. If you like Culture & history, try Kigali: Traditional Imigongo Painting with an Incredible View. If you enjoy Day tours, try Kigali: Quad Bike Ride on Dirt Roads.

You can give Rwandan and Syrian Food Tour and Kigali: Traditional Rwandan Cooking Class with Meal a try. Before you go, please check their opening hours and menus online. Reservations are recommended, especially during peak hours.

When choosing a tour, start with how much time you have and the kind of experience you're looking for. Trending options right now include Kigali: Quad Bike Ride on Dirt Roads, 1 Day Gorilla Tour in Bwindi from Kigali, and Salsa, Kizomba, Bachata, and Semba Experience. Check the real-time availability and itinerary before you book.

As of November 3, 2026, the reference price for day tours and activities in Kigali is around EUR 21.28 – EUR 460.13. Rates vary by duration, group size, transport, tickets, meals, and any special admission requirements. Before you book, please confirm the billing currency and whether the price is quoted per person or per group.

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