Explore Kigali’s vibrant culture and history in a day. Visit memorials, markets, and galleries with local guides. Experience Rwanda’s heart and soul.
Explore Kigali’s vibrant culture and history in a day. Visit memorials, markets, and galleries with local guides. Experience Rwanda’s heart and soul.
- Kigali Genocide Memorial - The Kigali Genocide Memorial provides a profoundly moving experience, educating visitors about the 1994 Genocide against the Tutsi through impactful exhibits, survivor stories, and historical artifacts. It features a main exhibition, a children’s memorial, and a section on global genocides, along with mass graves where…
- Kigali Genocide Memorial - The Kigali Genocide Memorial provides a profoundly moving experience, educating visitors about the 1994 Genocide against the Tutsi through impactful exhibits, survivor stories, and historical artifacts. It features a main exhibition, a children’s memorial, and a section on global genocides, along with mass graves where over 250,000 victims are laid to rest. The visit is both emotional and enlightening, showcasing Rwanda’s resilience and dedication to peace. Visitors can reflect in the peace gardens, and guided tours are available. Entry is free, but donations help support ongoing educational initiatives. Expect a thought-provoking and impactful experience.
- Campaign Against Genocide Museum - Explore Rwanda’s extraordinary journey to peace and resilience with a guided tour of the Campaign Against Genocide Museum. This experience highlights the brave efforts of the Rwandan Patriotic Army (RPA) in halting the 1994 Genocide against the Tutsi and restoring stability. Through compelling exhibits, historical artifacts, and immersive storytelling, gain deep insights into the rescue missions, strategic battles, and the nation’s commitment to unity and reconciliation. Located at Rwanda’s Parliament, this tour offers a profound understanding of Rwanda’s history and its pledge of “Never Again.”
- Umurishyo - After visiting Kimironko Market, enjoy a brief yet unique and immersive drumming experience at Umurishyo. This cultural center is dedicated to preserving and celebrating Rwandan traditional drumming, dance, and storytelling. Here, participants can engage in playing the Inkiranya, Impurumpuru, and Amashako drums, learning rhythms passed down through generations. Enjoy a vibrant performance by skilled drummers and dancers, feel the energy of Rwanda’s rich traditions, and even join in the performance. This lively and interactive session provides the perfect conclusion to a Kigali cultural tour, leaving participants with unforgettable memories of Rwanda’s artistic heritage.
- Kimironko Market - Dive into Rwanda’s vibrant culture with a guided visit to Kimironko Market, Kigali’s largest and busiest marketplace. This experience offers an opportunity to explore a bustling hub filled with fresh produce, colorful fabrics, handcrafted souvenirs, and local delicacies. Interact with friendly vendors, learn about Rwandan ingredients, and even try bargaining. Whether seeking authentic Rwandan crafts, traditional clothing, or a taste of local street food, Kimironko offers a lively and unforgettable cultural experience.
- Elikapeka - Following the immersive cultural drumming experience at Umurishyo in Kimironko, travel to Éképaka in Kiyovu for a delightful local lunch. This renowned restaurant offers an authentic taste of Rwanda’s culinary heritage, with a buffet beautifully presented in traditional handmade clay pots. Enjoy a variety of local delicacies, including grilled meats, plantains, isombe (cassava leaves), and freshly made ugali, each dish carrying the rich flavors of Rwandan tradition. This dining experience blends culture, history, and gastronomy, making it a memorable highlight of a Kigali City Tour.
- Kigali City Hall - After a hearty local lunch at Éképaka, take a relaxing one-hour walk to aid digestion while continuing to explore Kigali’s modern developments. The next stop is the Kigali Exhibition Village, where visitors can learn about Rwanda’s ambitious Vision 2050—a roadmap for sustainable development and innovation. From there, walk through the vibrant Car-Free Zone, experiencing Kigali’s urban charm, street art, and local businesses in a pedestrian-friendly environment. This final stretch provides a perfect blend of insight and leisure, concluding the day with a deeper appreciation of Kigali’s past, present, and future.
- Kigali - Belgian Peacekeepers Memorial – Visit the site in Kigali that honors the 10 Belgian UN peacekeepers who lost their lives at the start of the 1994 Genocide. A powerful and reflective stop that offers historical context before venturing into the wild.
- Biryogo Car Free Food Street - Stroll through the vibrant streets of Nyamirambo, catching a glimpse of the Nyamirambo Women’s Center, and soak in the lively atmosphere of Biryogo’s car-free zone—famous for its culture, color, and Kigali’s best street tea and food.
- Inema Art Center - Make a brief stop at Inema Arts Center (or Niyo Arts Center) to explore Rwanda’s vibrant contemporary art scene—where bold colors, local stories, and creative energy come to life.

- Private transportation
- Lunch
- All Fees and Taxes
- Private transportation
- Lunch
- All Fees and Taxes
- Alcoholic beverages
- Tips and Gifts
- Alcoholic beverages
- Tips and Gifts
This tour offers an opportunity to explore the essence of Rwanda’s capital in a single day. The guided Kigali tour combines impactful history, lively culture, and genuine local experiences. Participants will visit the Kigali Genocide Memorial, the Belgian Peacekeepers site, the bustling Kimironko Market, and art galleries such as Inema. A fresh Rwandan…
This tour offers an opportunity to explore the essence of Rwanda’s capital in a single day. The guided Kigali tour combines impactful history, lively culture, and genuine local experiences. Participants will visit the Kigali Genocide Memorial, the Belgian Peacekeepers site, the bustling Kimironko Market, and art galleries such as Inema. A fresh Rwandan lunch is included, along with a stroll through the vibrant Nyamirambo, providing an authentic glimpse into daily life.
Led by enthusiastic local guides, this experience goes beyond mere sightseeing—it’s an exploration of Kigali through the perspective of its residents.
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.