What to Do in Kigali in 3 Days? Travel Guide and Tips

Day 1 | Morning

Kimironko Market

Opening Hours: Open from 6:00am-9:00am

Recommended Length of Stay: 3.0-4.0 Hours

Location: 194 St Kg, Kigali, Rwanda

A diverse market offering diverse products from produce and raw meat to souvenirs.

Day 1 | Afternoon

After finishing the tour at Kimironko Market, you can head to Inema Arts Centre, the most worth visiting place around the corner.

Inema Arts Centre

Recommended Length of Stay: 2.0-3.0 Hours

Location: KG 563 St, Kigali, Rwanda

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.

Day 1 | Evening

Don’t forget to book Kigali Serena Hotel in advance, because all the tourists head to Inema Arts Centre love staying at it.

Kigali Serena Hotel

Offering an outdoor pool and spa centre, Kigali Serena Hotel is situated in Kigali, 1.4 km from Kandt House Natural History Museum. Guests can enjoy the on-site restaurant. Free WiFi is available and free private parking is available on site. Every room includes a TV. Certain rooms include a seating area where you can relax. You will find a kettle in the room. For your comfort, you will find bath robes and slippers. There is a 24-hour front desk at the property. Inema Art Centre is 3.4 km from Kigali Serena Hotel, while Ivuka Arts Studio is 3.5 km from the property. The nearest airport is Kigali International Airport, 8 km from Kigali Serena Hotel.

Day 2 | Morning

Kigali Genocide Memorial

Opening Hours: Open from 8:00am-5:00pm

Ticket Price: Free

Recommended Length of Stay: 1-2 Hours

Location: KG 14 Ave, Kigali, Rwanda

The memorial hall opened to the public in 2004 and has received many foreign tourists. The memorial itself is also a cemetery, where more than 250,000 victims are buried. The memorial is within walking distance to the Hotel des MilleCollins, the site of the movie Hotel Rwanda.

Reviews from Real Guests:

Trip.com User: It is an amazing place for soul searching and sobber reflection... Well organized and put together history

Trip.com User: Rwandan story for humanity

Day 2 | Afternoon

Having the chance to enjoy the charming Kigali Genocide Memorial, Nyarutarama next to it is another great place that you will never want to miss!

Nyarutarama

Location: Nyarutarama, Kigali, Rwanda

Reviews from Real Guests:

Trip.com User: it calm and clean place

Day 2 | Evening

Don’t forget to book Kigali Marriott Hotel in advance, because all the tourists head to Nyarutarama love staying at it.

Kigali Marriott Hotel

Experience the highest standard of comfort and convenience at Kigali Marriott Hotel. This premier luxury business hotel in Kigali is conveniently located along KN3 Avenue in downtown Kigali, close to the financial district, embassies, government ministries and Kigali City Hall. Timeless elegance surrounds you on arrival to our modern and spacious lobby and grand stairs. Experience spacious guest rooms decorated in warm pastel colors and fitted with the latest in technology. Visit Cucina Restaurant for tasty, innovative Italian fare and Lobby Bar for cocktails and city vistas. Complete your stay with a day of pampering at Saray Spa, the largest spa in the city, with its 5-star treatments and outdoor pool. Featuring the largest meeting space in the city, our hotel in Kigali is ideal for hosting productive conventions, elegant weddings and retreats of all sizes. Whether here for business or leisure, our Kigali luxury hotel offers all the amenities you'll need for an unforgettable retreat in Kigali, Rwanda.

Day 3 | Morning

City Tower

Location: Kigali City Tower KN 67 St Kigali Rwanda

Kigali City Tower (English: KigaliCityTower) is located in Kigali, the capital and megacity of Rwanda. It is a high-rise comprehensive commercial building and is currently the tallest building in Rwanda. In addition to the 20-storey office tower, the development also includes a 4-storey commercial centre and a car park. The space between the three is separated by leased office space and retail space, including retailers including retail Kumart supermarket, Bourbon coffee and a four-room cinema.

Day 3 | Afternoon

Having the chance to enjoy the charming City Tower, Healing spa next to it is another great place that you will never want to miss!

Healing spa

Recommended Length of Stay: 2-3 Hours

Location: 305 St Kg, Kigali, Rwanda

Healing spa Located in a quiet area of Kigali, you can get professional massage and facial care to relax your body and mind.

* All reviews in the blog are machine-translated.