About Brazzaville
Brazzaville is the capital of Congo, home to around 1,982,000 people.
Best time
The dry season for the most comfortable travel
Weather
Largely warm year-round with distinct wet and dry seasons
Experiences
Things to do in Brazzaville
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Pierre Savorgnan de Brazza Memorial
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Brazzaville Zoo
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Sacred Heart Cathedral
Budget travel
Free things to do in Brazzaville
Pierre Savorgnan de Brazza Memorial
Sacred Heart Cathedral
Mostly free or pay-what-you-like — always double-check opening times and any seasonal fees before you go.
Plan your trip
Suggested itinerary
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Day 1
Icons & landmarks
- Visit Pierre Savorgnan de Brazza Memorial
- Visit Brazzaville Zoo
- Visit Sacred Heart Cathedral
- Eat at Hippocampe
Where to eat
Local favourites
Hippocampe
Where to stay
Tourist favourites & top-rated
Hotel Hippocampe
Price: FCFA 26,000-36,000/night, depending on the room. Average price for a meal: FCFA 5,000 food + FCFA 2,000 drinks = FCFA 7,000 (€11). Ow
Hotel Africa
Restaurant/bar, wifi, free breakfast. It kind of looks like a concrete shell surrounded by shanties, but it has great flags out front and a
Hotel Marina
All rooms are of a good standard, double bed TV, mini bar, all en-suite, internet in some rooms (FCFA 2000/hr) but you can also use for free
Hotel du Boulevard
They have sandwiches too.
Hotel Saphir
Nightlife
- Château Rouge
- No Stress
Museums & culture
- Sacred Heart Cathedral
In pictures
Brazzaville gallery
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