Bus Tours Kigali

Bus Tours in Kigali

Welcome to Kigali, Rwanda’s vibrant capital city! Exploring this beautiful city can be an enriching experience, and bus tours are a convenient and efficient way to do so. Here’s some helpful information and tips for your bus tour adventure:

  1. Start with the Kigali Genocide Memorial
    • Location: Gisozi, Kigali
    • Hours: 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM (Monday to Sunday)
    • Cost: Approximately $25 per adult

The Kigali Genocide Memorial is a poignant and important site that offers insight into Rwanda’s tragic past. It serves as a powerful reminder of the resilience of the human spirit. Allow at least 2 hours to visit this moving memorial.

  1. Visit the Presidential Palace Museum
    • Location: Kacyiru, Kigali
    • Hours: 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM (Monday to Sunday)
    • Cost: Approximately $3 per adult

The Presidential Palace Museum provides a glimpse into Rwanda’s political history. The palace was the site of the 1994 assassination of President Juvénal Habyarimana, which triggered the genocide.

  1. Explore the Kigali Public Market
    • Location: Kimihurura, Kigali
    • Hours: 6:00 AM – 5:00 PM (Monday to Saturday)

The Kigali Public Market offers a lively and authentic Rwandan shopping experience. Here you can find fresh produce, local crafts, and textiles. Don’t forget to haggle for the best prices!

  1. Enjoy the View from Kigali Sky Terrace
    • Location: Kacyiru, Kigali
    • Hours: 9:00 AM – 10:00 PM (Monday to Sunday)

For a stunning view of Kigali, head to the Kigali Sky Terrace. Enjoy a meal or drink while taking in the panoramic vistas of the city and its rolling green hills.

  1. Visit the Nyamata Church and Bisesero Genocide Memorial
    • Locations: Bugesera District (Nyamata) and Karongi District (Bisesero)
    • Hours: 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM (Monday to Sunday)

If you have time, consider visiting these additional genocide memorial sites outside of Kigali. They offer a deeper understanding of the genocide’s impact on Rwandan communities.

When planning your bus tour itinerary, be sure to check with your tour operator for specific pick-up and drop-off locations, pricing, and schedules. Happy exploring!