Art and Culture Tour in Kigali

Summary

Art has not only been an essential part of Rwandan history, but it remains a vibrant part of modern life. With our Rwandan Art & Cultural Tour, you’ll dive right in and create your own traditional Imigongo art masterpiece, meet a community of indigenous potters, visit galleries that show the up-and-coming artists as well as the established painters, and end the tour with a traditional dance performance to see the whole breadth of creative expression that Rwanda has to offer. You will start your tour with visits to local art galleries. You will have the chance to meet with the contemporary artists of Kigali, have the option to engage with local artisans in a crafting workshop, appreciate public art and have the option to enjoy traditional dance and drumming (with advanced notice) with a stop for refreshments at a local cafe. Optional add-ons: traditional banana wine or traditional dancing workshop at additional cost by reservation in advance

Tour info

Duration
4 hours
Group Size
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Meeting Point
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Why take this tour?

Art is a vibrant part of modern life and this tour highlights the creative expression we see in Kigali through Rwandan contemporary art. You will have the chance to meet with the contemporary artists of Kigali, engage with local artisans, appreciate public art and learn about the history of art and culture in Rwanda.

What’s included?

  • Private transportation

  • Coffee and/or Tea

  • Gratuities

  • Traditional dance & drumming workshop at additional cost by reservation

  • Banana wine making workshop at additional cost

Things to know

Before you book

  • Duration: 4h

  • Mobile tickets accepted

  • Instant confirmation

Cancellation Policy

    For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours in advance of the start date of the experience.

Operated by:

Heaven Tours

About operator:

We launched Heaven Tours to better connect our guests with Kigali and Rwanda. We’ve lived and worked here for well over a decade to create hotels and restaurants that celebrate Rwanda and give back to the people here. We want to continue that with Heaven Tours by taking that same spirit to the streets and neighborhoods of Kigali, and to the towns and parks all around Rwanda.

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