Kigali City Tour: History, Art and Local Highlights.

Overview

Available languages

English

French

Mobile ticket

Discover Kigali on a flexible city tour that goes beyond the typical sights. Explore powerful historical landmarks, vibrant markets, colorful neighborhoods, and inspiring art galleries while gaining insight from a knowledgeable local guide. The tour includes hotel pick-up and drop-off for your convenience, as well as a delicious Rwandan lunch at a local restaurant. Whether your interest is history, culture, or everyday life, this tour gives you a well-rounded view of Kigali and a deeper connection to Rwanda’s capital.

Additional Info

Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller

Public transportation options are available nearby

Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap

Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Not recommended for wheelchair users

Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

What‘s Included

Bottled water

Air-conditioned vehicle

Hotel pick-up and drop-off

Professional local driver-guide

Lunch and a soft drinks will be provided in a local restaurant

Breakfast

optional visits: Inema Art Gallery , Kandt House Museum (fee varies by nationality)

Personal expenses

Tips (optional)

Meeting and Pickup

Pickup points

Select a pickup point

What To Expect

Kigali

The drive-guide will pick you up from your provided location

20 minutes • Admission Not Applicable

Kigali Genocide Memorial

Your driver-guide will take you to the Kigali Genocide Memorial, a powerful and somber site that honors the victims of the 1994 genocide. Recognized as a UNESCO World Heritage site, it serves as a place of remembrance, education, and reflection on Rwanda’s history. Entry is free, but for a deeper understanding, an audio guide is available for $20—an insightful addition that also helps support the memorial’s work. Please remember to dress appropriately for this solemn visit.

1 hour • Admission Not Applicable

Options

Kigali City Tour

Car
Pickup included

Reviews

4.93

85 reviews

Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor

Overall great experience
MarkSzekesfehervar,
Nov 25, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
4.00
Great sights, professional and knowledgeable guide. Flexible planning, the guide kept the schedule open and we could decide after every sight what we would do next. One part that I was not fond of was the feeling that I was expected to buy something everywhere we went - but this might just be bothersome to me.
This tour is worth the experience
Flyer41272538492,
Nov 21, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
Oliver was such a gentleman, I liked the explanations of history and Kigali as whole he was very helpful with negotiations and very knowledgeable. He wanted to show me so much more than I expected and he just exceeded expectations. He is also very professional and kind. I will give an A+ any day.
Friendly guide, on time, good city tour
Timomotimo,
Nov 16, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
Jerry is a great guide! He was on time in picking me up, took me to a great local meal, and I enjoyed exploring the city with him
Very informative and inspiring tour!
kellyaQ1252FX,
Nov 1, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
I went on this tour solo and had a blast with my tour guide, Olivier! He was very knowledgeable about the country and adapted to my needs (even making time for me to pick up a medication at a pharmacy). Olivier went above and beyond making me feel welcome, safe, and I greatly enjoyed the time.
Amazing tour lead by an amazing person!
PeixeGato,
Oct 19, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
I booked this tour not knowing exactly what to expect and I can say with certainty that Jeremiah went above and beyond in ensuring I had a great experience. When a Presidential visit to the Genocide memorial prevented us from visiting when he had planned for us to do so, he quickly pivoted and rearranged the schedule to put that stop later in the day. He didn’t just drive me from one location to another. Along the way, he told me what part of the city we were going through, he pointed out landmarks that I would not have otherwise noticed, and he asked me what kinds of things I was interested and tailored his commentary accordingly. I can’t recommend Jeremiah and this tour company highly enough. I had a wonderful experience!
It was great!
AdaUgo1078,
Oct 16, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
Great day plan! You get to see the memorials, views of the city, eat local dishes, take pictures at key landmarks, shop at affordable non-tourist prices, with a knowledgeable guide who we found out is a national rap star (Jerry) and air conditioned car!
I highly recommend this tour
Jackson X,
Oct 16, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
I had such an amazing time on the Kigali City Tour. The city is stunning, with beautiful buildings, great hotels, clean streets, and greenery everywhere. From start to finish, the team took really good care of me. Lunch at a local restaurant was unforgettable. I tried Rwandan dishes I had never tasted before, and every bite was incredible. Olivier, our driver-guide, shared so much history and insight, which made the tour even more special.
Jerry of Iriza Tours is the man.
710temitopeo,
Oct 14, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
Iriza tours representative was Jerry and he was awesome. His knowledge of the city was deep and exquisite. He was easy to communicate with, friendly and polite, and prompt. His driving was so good as well and he was patient as well. He made our experience a memorable one and without a doubt it is one that we would love to experience again.
Beautiful city and friendly people
Henry k W,
Oct 2, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
Such an amazing experience being in a beautiful city Kigali during UCI was great seeing how people are so cheerful and friendly everywhere we went , we had so much memories we will cherish forever. Thanks to the team of Iriza tours for making our trip to Ruanda amazing
Great Experience
K838HVhazell,
Sep 30, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
We had a great experience with Iriza Tours & Safaris. Our guide, Jerry, was very knowledgeable and friendly, which made the whole tour even more enjoyable. Everything was well-organized, and we really appreciated the warm hospitality. Highly recommended!