1 day Kigali city tour: Explore major historical and cultural sites of Rwanda's capital

Discover the rich history and vibrant culture of Kigali, Rwanda’s capital, on a full-day city tour. Explore historical sites and immerse yourself in the local culture with an English/French-speaking guide.

Duration: 5 hours
Cancellation: 24 hours
Highlights
  • Kigali Genocide Memorial - Memorial
    The Kigali Genocide Memorial includes three permanent exhibitions, the largest of which documents the 1994 Genocide against the Tutsi. There is also a children’s memorial and an exhibition on the history of genocidal violence around the world. The Education Centre, Gardens, and Genocide Archive of Rwanda form…
What's Included
  • All museum entry fees included
  • Lunch provided
  • All fees and taxes covered
  • Professional driver guide
What's Not Included
  • Tips, shopping fee
Additional Information

Our English/ French speaking tour guide will pick you from where you will be staying in Kigali around 10h Am after breakfast, with Private vehicle, short briefing then proceeds with Kigali city tour and end around 3h Pm
Kigali is Rwanda’s capital city and was named in 1907 by Dr. Richard Kandt, the first colonial resident governor of Rwanda. The city is…

Location
Onomo Hotel
Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

Customer Ratings
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Henry_i
Aug 20, 2025
It was a lovely... - It was a lovely experience. Many thanks to Peter for taking me round and navigating the City. I will certainly visit again.
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Companion05218056680
Jul 17, 2025
Unforgettable experience! - I had a wonderful experience exploring Kigali thanks to this fantastic agency. The guide was not only professional and knowledgeable about the city’s history and culture, but also incredibly friendly and attentive — making every moment feel personal and special. I learned so much about local life, and felt welcomed everywhere we went. Their punctuality, flexibility, and attention to detail really made my trip stress-free and memorable. I highly recommend this agency to anyone wanting to discover the true spirit of Kigali with warmth, depth, and authenticity.
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Mjulietk
Jul 14, 2025
Request for Peter - I booked this tour for my busy mother and she had a great time. Her guide, Peter, is knowledgeable and could give her insights on what life is like in Kigali City. I would recommend Peter.
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Linzzzkay
Jun 21, 2024
Great day tour! - Excellent day tour if you have limited time in Kigali! Great day going around to the memorial, mt Kigali, art gallery, market, etc. Included a tasty buffet lunch with typical Rwandan cuisine. Special thanks to our guide Jonathan who made the day enjoyable!
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Martha
Jun 20, 2024
Vibrant Kigali Day Trip to remember - I enjoyed the experience. The tour guide was polite, kind and patient. I enjoyed Kigali city tour, historic places, Mt Kigali and much more. I will be considering a safari next time with this company. I highly recommend this experience. Good customer care. Cheers.
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Angie_f
Apr 3, 2024
Unforgettable Rwanda - Today was one of the most moving days for me. I was not sure what to expect in coming to Rwanda, and I knew I wanted to come to support a friend who survived the genocide 30Ys ago: I had a day alone to explore Kigali b4 mtg him in his village tomorrow. My day with Justin was so far beyond. We started with the history of Rwanda pre and into colonial times & then moved to the genocide memorial. The level of tragedy is unconscionable but what impacted me most is seeing how the country has healed and created a very different country today. Everyone was so friendly and welcoming. Justin was the best - humble, gentle, knowledgeable & very open. Learning his own story along side seeing the impact and aftermath of that kind of violence and how the country came together is a model for all of in these times.
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75gweni
Feb 17, 2024
A fantastic time in Kigali with Silverbird Tours Agency - My husband and I had a wonderful time in Kigali. Fiacre, Tina and the silverbird tours were fantastic. They ensured that we had a great time from the moment we arrived our hotel till we got to the airport to head back home. It wasn’t just driving around but the knowledge, information and advice on the best way to explore the city was spot on! We cannot wait to be back. We are already singing their praises to all our friends and family who want to visit Rwanda. Thank you again guys, you rock! Gwen and Immanuel
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Trond37
Feb 1, 2024
Great city tour of Kigali - I had very few days in Kigali and to be able to see as much as possible I contacted Silverbird Tours. They replied fast in e-mail and gave me all the information I needed before going. On the day of the tour company came exactly on time to my hotel. The driver Justin was very nice to travel with and he gave me the chance to see and do exactly what I wanted to. Without the conpany and the driver I would not had the chance to see and experience so much of Kigali. Wonderful service!
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Angellinal2019
Sep 15, 2023
Highly Recommended! - Our guide, Jonathan was excellent. Very knowledgable, flexible, cheerful and a great conversationalist. His driving was also good and we spent a really enjoyable day exploring the city. I would highly recommend him to my friends and family!
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Johnchic
Sep 10, 2023
Kigali city tour - Genocide, memorial and museum was a not miss, Driver was friendly, nice lunch with local food. Great way to try to understand the genocide, and how colonialism impacted the country.
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From $55
up to 15 guests
1 - Adult
Cancellation: Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the start of your experience (local time).