About Kinshasa
Kinshasa is the capital of DR Congo, home to around 16,000,000 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 Kinshasa
1
National Museum of the Democratic Republic of Congo
2
Limete Tower
3
Our Lady of the Congo Cathedral
Plan your trip
Suggested itinerary
- 1
Day 1
Icons & landmarks
- Visit National Museum of the Democratic Republic of Congo
- Visit Limete Tower
- Visit Our Lady of the Congo Cathedral
- Eat at Café Conc
Where to eat
Local favourites
Café Conc
The most expensive restaurant in the DRC, allegedly!
Le Cercle Gourmand
High class restaurant, belongs to the golf club.
La Brasserie
Great food. Belgian-French influences with a few Congolese dishes. Rather pricy but worth it, generous portions and great service. Safe park
Where to stay
Tourist favourites & top-rated
Hotel Pour Vous
Outdoor pool and patio.
- $
Hotel Platinum
Pink structure
Hotel Memling
Probably the best and second most expensive hotel in town. Has been around since 1937, and has since then maintained its place as the city's
Pullman Kinshasa Grand Hotel
The Grand Hotel is the other fancy hotel in the city, and well located near the river, embassies and luxury homes; it is frequented by local
Hotel Royal
4-star. Expect to pay US$270/night Bed &Breakfast, with Wifi, tea coffee and water complimentary. Restaurant, cafe, cigar lounge, conference
Shopping
- Peloustore
- City Market
- Kin Marché
- GG Mart
Nightlife
- Chacha Bar
- Village of Chez Ntemba
- Spirit Club & Bar B Q
- K Lounge
- New Standing Club
- Coco Jambo Lounge & Lounge
Museums & culture
- National Museum of the Democratic Republic of Congo
- Our Lady of the Congo Cathedral
In pictures
Kinshasa gallery
Keep exploring
