Kigali Travel Guide: Airport, Genocide Memorial, Hotels and Things to Do
A clean, hilly capital and the main gateway to Rwanda's gorillas.
Kigali, the capital of Rwanda, is a compact, hilly city with a reputation for cleanliness. Kigali International Airport (KGL) serves most international visitors to Rwanda. From Kigali, Volcanoes National Park is about two to three hours by road.
The Kigali Genocide Memorial at Gisozi honours the victims of the 1994 genocide against the Tutsi; more than 250,000 people are buried there. Many visitors include it to understand Rwanda's recent history. Also see hotels in Kigali and the Rwanda guide.
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At a glance
- Airport: Kigali International (KGL)
- Memorial: Gisozi
- To Volcanoes NP: About 2 to 3 hours
- Stay: Kiyovu, Kimihurura
Things to Do
- Visit the Genocide Memorial.
- Explore the Kimironko market and coffee shops.
- See the Convention Centre.
Onward Travel
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