Kigali is clean, safe, green, and full of warmth. A few of our favorites:

> Kigali Genocide Memorial: moving and important; a meaningful few hours.

> Inema Arts Center: local contemporary art and a lovely garden bar.

> Kigali Car-Free Zones: Kigali is famous for being walkable and green. The city centre has a permanent pedestrian zone (the Imbuga City Walk), lined with cafés and greenery, lovely for a stroll. The city also hosts Car-Free Days (typically the first and third Sunday mornings of each month), when major roads close for walking, cycling, and fitness. A fun, very local way to experience Kigali.

Kigali's food and café scene is wonderful. Some of our favorites:

> Boho Eatery (relaxed, great for brunch and a casual bite)

> Pili Pili (lively spot famous for its panoramic city views and pool)

> Kultura

> Poivre Noir

> Le Petit Chalet

> Siloe Café Bistro

(Also worth a visit: Question Coffee and Repub Lounge for Rwandan cuisine.)

Since you're traveling this far, consider extending your stay:

> Gorilla trekking : Volcanoes National Park; a once-in-a-lifetime experience.

> Lake Kivu : beaches, boat rides, and sunsets in Rubavu or Kibuye.

> Nyungwe Forest : a canopy walk high above the rainforest.