About Ouagadougou
Ouagadougou is the capital of Burkina Faso, home to around 2,415,266 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 Ouagadougou
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Grand Mosque of Ouagadougou
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Ouagadougou Cathedral
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National Museum
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Museum of Music
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Bangr Weogo park
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Garden of Ouaga-Loudun Friendship
Budget travel
Free things to do in Ouagadougou
Grand Mosque of Ouagadougou
Ouagadougou Cathedral
Bangr Weogo park
Garden of Ouaga-Loudun Friendship
Mostly free or pay-what-you-like — always double-check opening times and any seasonal fees before you go.
Plan your trip
Suggested itinerary
- 1
Day 1
Icons & landmarks
- Visit Grand Mosque of Ouagadougou
- Visit Ouagadougou Cathedral
- Visit National Museum
- Eat at Le Verdoyant
- 2
Day 2
Culture & neighborhoods
- Visit Museum of Music
- Visit Bangr Weogo park
- Visit Garden of Ouaga-Loudun Friendship
- Eat at Le Coq Bleu
Where to eat
Local favourites
Le Verdoyant
Somewhat expensive, near the Place de Nations Unites, serves excellent Lasagne, beware purse-snatchers and swindlers around the exit
Le Coq Bleu
Expensive
Le Vert Galant
Expensive
l'Eau Vive
Somewhat expensive, run by Catholic nuns
Where to stay
Tourist favourites & top-rated
Benoua Lodge Hotel a Ouagadougou
Quaint hotel/hostel with private rooms that have air-con, wifi, shower, sat TV, plus a garden-like restaurant and security on premises.
Villa Yiri Suma
Rooms built around a pretty lush inner courtyard with lots of artworks displayed. Wifi, air-con, bar, restaurant. A recreational centre with
Hotel Yibi
A good budget option. Rooms have air-con, Wi-Fi and TV. Nice cool pool and bar/restaurant.
Sopatel Silmandé Hotel
Hotel Palm Beach
Museums & culture
- Grand Mosque of Ouagadougou
- Ouagadougou Cathedral
- National Museum
- Museum of Music
In pictures
Ouagadougou gallery
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