Kigali City & Culture Itinerary

Kigali is a meaningful, welcoming capital. Here is how to spend a culture trip in the city — with the best-rated tours to book.

At a glance

The moving Genocide Memorial.

Markets, art and cooperatives.

A coffee farm and cultural village.

What are the best cultural things to do in Kigali?

Visit the Genocide Memorial, explore markets and craft cooperatives, see local art, and enjoy coffee farms and cultural village experiences.

Is the Genocide Memorial worth visiting?

Yes — it is a deeply moving and important place that helps visitors understand Rwanda’s history and remarkable recovery.

Can you visit a coffee farm near Kigali?

Yes — tours visit Rwandan coffee farms and washing stations for tastings of the country’s prized specialty coffee.