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Map & guide · Nyarugenge district, Kigali

Town

The busy downtown heart

Nyarugenge's downtown is where Kigali does business: banks, offices, the big market and the Car Free Zone, all within a few blocks of Kigali City Tower. Best for first-timers, markets, people-watching.

Local tip: Free Wi-Fi along the Car Free Zone.

Map of Town

Town on the interactive map of Kigali. Tap any place for tips and directions, or zoom out to see the rest of the city.

Things to do in Town

1

Car Free Zone

A pedestrian strip of gardens, benches and pop-up cafés.

2

Nyarugenge Market

Produce, fabric and tailors who sew to order.

3

Kandt House Museum

The former home of Kigali's founder.

Where to eat in Town

  • Street-side brochettes near the market
  • Cafés along the Car Free Zone

Getting to Town

Every bus route ends here. Downtown Bus Park is beside the Car Free Zone.

Go with a guideDowntown walking tourTwo hours through the market, the old colonial quarter and the Car Free Zone with a local guide.2 hrs · morning or afternoonBook this tour

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Add the wild side

Akagera National Park is two and a half hours east of Kigali, home to lions, elephants, rhinos and giraffes. Easy as a day trip or overnight safari.