Fun and entertainment - Rwanda in 2024

Practical information : Going out Rwanda

Timetable

The nightlife in Kigali is very lively: between bars, restaurants and discotheques, one can have fun until the end of the night. Two districts act as beacons for night owls: Nyamirambo and Remera, popular, and Kimihurura, more select. Outside the capital, the evenings are much quieter, with the exception of Rubavu/Gisenyi, a border town with the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC), which attracts residents of Goma, especially on weekends. There, a few well-known places on the shores of Lake Kivu are a delight for night owls (Chez West, Amaliza, New Tam Tam, Saga Bay, etc.).

Night transport

The sobriety of the cab or motorcycle cab drivers is exemplary. It is better to rely on them when leaving a bar, a restaurant or a discotheque, especially since Rwanda is strict about drinking and driving. In Kigali, some establishments even hire drivers to take customers home in their own cars. Cost of the service: about 5 €.

Age restrictions

The legal age to buy and consume alcohol is 18. The authorities have also stepped up the fight against drinking and driving in 2019. Driving under the influence of alcohol (three glasses of beer is enough) can result in up to a week's imprisonment and a fine of €145.

What's very local

No dress code worries when going out, but a minimum of common sense is required. People in Rwanda are very stylish, especially in Kigali! You don't wait for the weekend to put on your best outfit. The appearance of clothing is essential, and in a country where it is important, fashion is booming. The 100% made in Rwanda creation is also on the rise, with quality clothes with local colors.

Smokers

Smoking is prohibited in public places. In restaurants, bars, discotheques, smoking areas are provided. Generally it is outside that it happens. But you will see very few Rwandans smoking, it may even be frowned upon in some circles, it is not at all "cultural" in Rwanda.

Fun and entertainment Rwanda

ROYAL PAPYRUS

REPUB LOUNGE

PILI-PILI RESTAU & BAR

GRILLED AND BARBECUE

MAKOUMBA

MONT NGALIEMA

AFRICANA

THE GREEN CORNER

PIANO BAR

PANORAMA TEN TO TWO

SMART CORNER

CAFÉ DES AMIS

NEW KINGSTON BAR

ROYAL CAR WASH

SKY HOTEL

OGOPOGO

LEGACY LOUNGE & WINE BAR

IKAWA KAFE

MOLATO BAR

L'ESPACE

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