You absolutely need to go there when you visit this town. It’s not easy to see all this tragedy but at the end you can show how peace re enter this beautiful country. You can drink something in the restaurant at the end of your visit. And it’s totally free ( you can take an audio guide if your want).

Remarkable historical memorial centre that holds immense significance and emotions to Rwandans. I have always heard about the memorial centre but my visit here was more than I could ever have anticipated

This place holds my history and my story! It is a museum, place of remembrance and meditation. One must visit to relate "Never Again" to its full meaning. Never Again!

This memorial is a must visit when in Kigali. At first I was reluctant to go because of the horrors it memorializes but I'm now glad I went. There are both inside displays and outside memorials to visit. The lead up, events, aftermath, effect and outlook are all well presented here so allow a couple of hours. What an incredible experience! You need 1.5hrs to 2 hrs at this museum. The lay out of the museum is self-explanatory, with reading in English, some French and The local language available. Do take a walk outside at the memorial tombstones. Here we recommend asking a guide such as: Claude Mugabe who is a survivor or similar, to share their story and the importance of why we should remember and revisit these places. It really rounds off the whole experience getting a guide for this portion. Take a coffee afterwards at the coffee shop, it takes time to get these drinks. The graphics and information can be overwhelming.

A definite must-go place when in Rwanda 🇷🇼 As a student of life, I was taken to another level with what I learnt. You come out a changed person. The experience of just going through the Memorial was exceptional!

You cannot leave Kigali without visiting the museum. What a way to tell the story of a country that has risen above all the pain and terror. Have your tissue and hankies handy. So many lives lost to evil propaganda. The story starts at the very beginning of colonisation to the reconciliation process. Not to be missed. Lessons to be learned...major one is we are all human...First. there were evil religious leaders who killed innocents and there were heroic religious leaders who saved. In the end, it is not our religion or tribe that matters...but our humanity. This fact has driven the policies of Rwanda especially on religion, which i wish can be applied to my country... Entrance is free..They simply asked for donations. They also asked that if you must take photos, you should also donate. I could not take photos of so many things. Gosh..not sure I could. But I took of some quotes on the walls. We are all one.

My visit to KGM was very humbling and educational for me. We went through a security check before entering into the premises. We then proceeded to the reception where we received by a Man (his welcome was very refreshing) and he gave us a flier for the memorial (picture attached). There's no entry fee but you're advised to make a donation to the foundation that caters to the families affected by the Genocide in 1994, there's a audio guide (20,000RWF) also available in English that would give more information about the different spots in the memorial. There's a briefing room where you watch a clip of the major events that shaped the country we love to visit today. We walked through the different spots that highlighted major events pre, during and post genocide There's a shop where you can get crafts and souvenirs, there's a Cafe where you can get drinks and light food. I left a better perspectives to life, and I wish all who lost their lives eternal rest.

Having visited the Kigali Genocide Memorial, I am deeply moved by the profound significance of this place. The memorial stands as a powerful testament to the resilience of the Rwandan people and a solemn tribute to the victims of the 1994 genocide. The museum's well-curated exhibits, informative displays, and heart-wrenching personal stories provide a comprehensive and impactful understanding of the tragic events that unfolded during that dark period of history. Visiting the Kigali Genocide Memorial is an essential experience for anyone seeking to comprehend the complexities of Rwanda's past and its journey towards healing and reconciliation. The serene garden, final resting place of thousands, serves as a stark reminder of the human cost of hatred and intolerance, while also inspiring hope for a future built on unity and understanding. The memorial's dedication to education, remembrance, and honoring the memory of those lost is commendable, making it one of the highlight places to visit in Rwanda. It prompts visitors to reflect on the importance of fostering tolerance, promoting peace, and working towards preventing such atrocities from ever happening again.

Very informative museum covering all areas of the Rwandan genocide including the build up and aftermath. It gets pretty explicit in some parts so be advised. The outside houses the remains of many victims.

The memorial highlighted the genocide vividly. We got the audio guides at the reception that helped with the tour. It was a heart-rending moment to learn about the real story of the genocide. It helped me to appreciate where the nation is coming from and where they are now. I would recommend anyone to visit

Interesting, wonderful place to visit but if u know you are emotional pls don't see the children arena because it is so sad reading or listening to how those little one's where murder in cold blood. They have wonderful staff.

Beautiful places Jarring but splendidly told story of horror and amazing recovery Rwanda is like a phoenix Kudos to the tourism team 👏

A place that gets under the skin. You get there wanting to understand the genocide, however you leave with probably less then understanding than when you enter it. It shows in a brutally honest way what happened to this beautiful country just 25 years ago and the more you read and see, the less you are able to get how people could do that - to their neighbors, their friends and especially to children.

Saddest place I have ever visited. It has two parts - the musuem and memorial ground. Both areas give details on how the genocide in Rwanda started and what transpired. The most painful part is inside the museum where you'd see pictures of children killed. More than 1 milion people were killed during this genocide. I am glad Rwanda has chosen to heal and move past this unlike some countries I know.

Very tasteful museum, considering the subject matter. They should replicate this in every country in the world and it should be required that every person visit it. If you have not been to it, you need to - and give yourself 3 hours.

This is a notable place to visit not just for the memories but to motivate the Ubuntu culture among us all. It's a pretty quiet place, you start your journey from the reception where you are either escorted (if you want) for the rest of the visit or you pay for an audio guide (genius idea). It's a small audioplayer with numbers that gives you stories that tally with the numbers of the area you visit when you punch in these numbers. Go for the audio, it helps you move at your pace and it helps contribute to the memorial. You have over 25 points to visit while the audio/your guide gives you details. It features the name list of the departed, some graves, some symbolic creations with explanations to follow, a lot of images, some videos, clothings and more. It's best experienced in person. I believe everyone's experience here differs... If you're emotional, you may shed a few tears. If you're prone to anger you may have some strong feelings of anger as you move along. But please do remember to see beyond what you see and learn the essence of the memorial to the people and the world at large. Reviewer's Note: I understand this is a very sensitive place to discuss, in case I may have offended or upset anyone/authority by my review/images attached, please know that this was not done as a reason to spite. Please, leave me a message and I will take it down asap. Thank you.

Beautiful, important, and well done. It will help you make sense of it all and appreciate what a comeback the country has made. Good coffee. 1.5 hours. Self guided reading tour sufficed for me, but I imagine a guided tour would be pretty moving as well.

Oh my God I side here I got to know and Learn more than I have heard. I got to understand why in present day there are no tribes in Rwanda. It is these tribal or class issues that brought about division to the point of losing lives a 5hing 5gat grew into the genocide. It was just one hundred days of blood she'd but claimed more than millions of lives. Anywhere let me guide you about the place. first and foremost you will have to go through the security and then head to the reception. Entrance into the memorial and it's museum is free. But if you need a quick guide in English you can pay a few dollars (I don't remember the exact amount but it was not more than twenty dollars) this is like an ear piece which guide you through the memorial museum. The walk through the museum starts with a short movie which is about ten minutes long which gives a highlight of what is inside. At this very first place, I was all tears and tears. Till the last bit. It also ends with a short movie still showing the life after the genocide. The mass graves are out and the rose gardens tooo. Around this place, a peace school has been built o as to promote unity and for all people to leave as one. From this place I recommend that one heads to the museum that is against the genocide Here is the base where they started the movement to stop the genicide. There is great history and evidence of what really happened. It is found at the parliament of Rwanda

A magnificent experience, educative, sobbering, chilling and balanced narrative of the before, during and after genocide. The room of Wasted Future would bring tears to your eyes. A detailed, neatly and beautifully crafted memorial center.

Great, very emotional place to visit and learn about the genocide in Rwanda around 1995, the things that led to it and in the end helped to reform the country to what it is now. Arthur & Marian

Beautiful experience. I can honestly say i came out a changed person. The whole visit is an experience every person visiting rwanda should go to. They have an audio assistant to help you through the museum. The visit is free but you can always donate towards their cause. I would definitely recommend.

Emotional! Thought provoking! You have heard stories or read something about it, but visiting the memorial in person brings the point to the heart. Coming from a country with active conflict and ethnic tension it made me reflect more.

Emotional museum I have ever visited. Greatest lesson I learnt from the visit was that, genocide is not the 1 million people killed on ecinity lines, it's the first person killed and we should all be ready to against it. Journalists who spread propaganda, are more dangerous than the devil himself.

I arrived in Kigali on a Friday morning, had some rest at my Hotel and later moved out to enjoy the serenity of the City, I reached the Memorial after closing time and was advised to go back the next day. Very early on Saturday, I grabbed a bike to the Memorial and was welcomed by the Security, went through the security procedure and then to the Memorial reception where I was also welcomed. I was asked if I needed the Audio version of the Genocide victims but I am not someone who really likes things in my ears so side no, politely. To note THE Audio costs around 30 USD, which in my opinion is fair. Since I had said no to the, I asked the receptionist if touring the place is free and guess what, yeah it's totally free. But in case any one wants to Donate to the Memorial, that is also ok. I forgot to tell you, I was there with other visitors, from other parts of the world, and we ushered into a room with a big screen to show us, how it all started, survival stories, and rehabilitation. We then moved into the Memorial building "museum", where there are some weapons that were used, photos, stories of the genocide started, those who died, pictures of victims, from old people to the children. It was a bit terrifying and almost tears came out of my eyes. I moved around, the mass graves, the open graves, the amphitheater, The flame of remembrance, the Rose gardens and the peace school. I took some shots attached, it's a great place to Visit if you are interested in Learning about the Rwanda Genocide. However, kindly take of the time the Memorial opens and closes 9: 00AM to 4:00PM, My first visit on Friday I reached there after 4:00 PM and was advised to come back the next day which was Saturday.

The one place to visit and learn about the horror that happened in 1994 even though it didn't shape our history is definitely the Kigali Genocide Memorial. Very good staff, very welcoming and can give you a tour that almost feels like you were actually there... Go in, pay your respects, come back and look at how far we've come, appreciate and tell the world what you saw. Prove the media wrong!

The memorial is a sad but insightful experience that shows the innate evil nature of man. I'd highly recommend paying for the audio self tour as it enhances your experience and helps walk you through the steps at the memorial. They don't have tour guides, all is written at each stage and there is no entry fee. They do ask however that you consider giving a donation of any amount. It's a must visit site in Kigali. Really helps you understand the country's history and how inbuilt the genocide had been brewing for.

It actually amazed me how an incident was turned to a lasting memory and a form of tourist attraction. Big kudos to Aegis, the UN and the Rwandan government. Entrance is free (as at my visit in January 2024) but do come with cash for the audio guide. The guide sounds trivial at first but without the narrations in it, you won't get to understand and live the journey. There's a gift shop if you want to take home some Rwanda awesomeness 😎 And yes, your own way of supporting the project. May the souls of the departed rest in peace 🕊️ #kwibuka29

Very informative and sheds light into the history of Rwanda. It’s a must see place when visiting this country. Not going to lie, it’s a heart wrenching experience so bring tissues.

I am glad I got the chance to visit this museum. It was very well done and comprehensive. You dont need a tour guide if you want to use the audio recording because of how it was designed. It was a humbling, sobering and, at times, hard to watch experience because of the reality it presents what was happening on the ground. I took my time to go around the museum and learned a lot. I will recommend this place for anyone wondering to understand how Rwanda truly arose from the ashes!

The museum provides a lot of information about the Rwandan genocide, from the events leading up to it to the consequences afterward. I felt emotional, especially in the section about children. It's important to mention that taking photos is not allowed inside the museum.

My visit here was emotional. This is a must-visit for those who always fan the ember of war using tribe and religious sentiments. May we never experience this again. May Peace reign around the globe. Never again.

It's a beautiful venue with a really sad rehash. It was nice to learn about their history and to see how far they have come. When you visit there and hear the story of how things brewed, you'll know how powerful ethnic division can be. I would recommend this visit for every person of African origin

A time to reflect on the past for Rwanda. Solemn point to see clearly what the future will be.

This place is a place of reflection and learning. It's a place to might bring tears to your eyes but also teach you to pay attention to little things and be encouraged to forgive. Taking of photos is not allowed inside. This place if a memorial building for the 1994 genocide at Rwanda

The place is full of sad history. But a very good place to realize not dwelling in the past is the best thing. Quite sad but uplifting

Lovely place. Very clean and well maintained. Stark reminder of the ugly past and what humans need to do to make it right. Had a very emotional visit.

It was an incredibly emotional experience. The memorial is well constructed and very informative. Definitely recommended when visiting Kigali.

Fascinating to read and see stories of the people of KinyaRwanda. What they went through and how things are now. This is truly touching. Also you cannot take pictures inside. Only outside the premises. If you want to understand the history youcan either come with a tour guide, which we did, or you can pay $10 for a translating device.

What an incredible experience! You need 1.5hrs to 2 hrs at this museum. The lay out of the museum is self-explanatory, with reading in English, some French and The local language available. Do take a walk outside at the memorial tombstones. Here we recommend asking a guide such as: Claude Mugabe who is a survivor or similar, to share their story and the importance of why we should remember and revisit these places. It really rounds off the whole experience getting a guide for this portion. Take a coffee afterwards at the coffee shop, it takes time to get these drinks. The graphics and information can be overwhelming.

It's one of the greatest media human experience I've ever lived. Once you've got your back against the wall. The only solution left is to go forward.

Memorial site Historically speaking

Really powerful museum and although it breaks your to pieces it also a place where you find hope. A community that shows how resilient Africans how and how colonization has played a key role in trying to divide and conquer.

Kigali Genocide memorial located near loard and near cell

A very heavy experience, one every one should pay tribute to while in Rwanda. The historical information was extremely informative and incredibly moving. The grounds and cafe are a nice place for reflection.

It was a surreal experience. I thought I knew much about the history until I visited myself. It's a must visit but prepare yourself mentally and emotionally. The history can leave you weak in the knees and extremely tearful. Please visit and support!

It is a very moving experience learning about the build up to and then the genocide. Hearing the stories and memories of survivors, and commemorating those that did not survive was hard. I was absolutely devastated and sobbing by the end. I can only imagine the trauma and heartache of those that experienced it. To see how functional, happy, harmonious and productive the Rwandis are now is incredible and heartwarming, and testament to the power of forgiveness.

Every visitor to Rwanda should visit this place. It helps understand the Rwandese culture, their experience and healing process. It makes you appreciate peace.

Me visiting this place makes me believe that we should always love one another and live as one people. Africa is us and we are in Africa. Let's say no to tribalism and hate. It was very sad reading how the whole story of Genocide started in Rwanda.

Lovely place to understand why genocide happend and how to avoid it

Quite an emotional tour getting to read about the horror stories and how savage humans can get. The memorial is well appointed taking you through the recent historical injustices metted upon men by friends and foe.

A location in the heart of Kigali, Rwanda to share the stories of the horrible 1994 Genocide. Here, visitors will read about the historical atrocities committed. Experience from survivors and details videos. It is a free entrance access but you could require to pay a fee for the audio transistor. Pictures aren't allowed inside the Genocide Centre except outside the premises.

An absolutely must visit place during Rwanda visit. It is horrifying to see what happened in Rwanda in 1994. - There is no entry fees - No registration required - All the information is in Kinyarwanda and in English language. If you don’t understand any of these language then you can take audio device of different languages at the reception with some minimal charges. - Cafe & Gift shop is present inside

The place is a good one for memories and to attach an image and feelings to what is taught in schools.

This was an emotional commemoration and learning experience. I learnt more about the Rwandan Genocide and I appreciate that the center serves as a connection point for the ones who lost their loved ones. One Gentleman - a survivor mentioned that he feels closer to his lost loved ones when he visits the center. Iam sorry people suffered like this n I hope it never happens again.

This was very moving and painful memories. Very touching stories of how things took a drastic change that led to loss of innocent life's.

Simply harrowing.. The levels of depravity inhumanity,pain and torture depicted made me shed tears 😭💔.. So glad that dark era is behind them.

A sanctuary for survivors and a confronting but informative exhibition for those visiting- the memorial is beautifully done and well worth visiting. We got the audio guides which we felt give in depth explanations, and would recommend this. The outside garden/mass grave very much still seems a work in progress.

We got a tour guide and paid him. 100usd there was 8 of us. He was very good and detailed. His English was good as well. It was sad but I became well informed about the genocide.

One of the places that’s a must visit when you’re in Kigali. So organized and well curated. I didn’t know anything about the genocide but I left the place knowing about the the sad history that happened to a beautiful country.

The memorial opened my eyes on the genocide. You hear the story and it doesn't affect you but seeing the genocide in pictures really made me hurt and just appreciate the spirit of Rwanda today. Forgiveness and moving on to built a great country!

Well kept with all the pictures Friendly staff.

I learnt a lot about the genocide from the memorial. The propaganda, devastation, suffering and the rebuild. History gives a lesson for humans to live in harmony, forgiveness and hope. If you are in Kigali, this is definite place to visit.

An extremely important place to visit and pay homage to the victims of genocide.

Nice

Must see!

It gives understanding of history and people's roles in life. Evokes strong emotions. Go prepared.

(Translated by Google) Impressive place that allowed me to meditate in thinking of all its victims and especially the criminals who perpetrated these horrors. I extend my congratulations to the decision-makers for having created this place with sad memories and meditation. (Original) Impressionnant lieu qui m'a permis de me recueillir en pensant à toutes ses victimes et surtout aux criminels qui ont perpétré ces horreurs. J'adresse toutes mes félicitations aux décideurs d'avoir créé ce lieu aux tristes souvenirs et de recueillement.

Sad very sad but educational

An absolute must visit if you're in Kigali. A very emotional recounting of a 100 days of genocide.

Beautiful and organized place

Very touchy to visit this place

(Translated by Google) Indispensable visit to visit Rwanda! ? (Original) Visite indispensable pour visiter le Rwanda ! ?

Very good information

I was touched

(Translated by Google) I come out bruised from Rwandan and world monument, however we will do our best so that our children do not live (Original) Je sors meurtrie de monument Rwandais et mondial, cependant nous ferons tout le possible pour que nos enfants ne vivrons pa

nice ad good service

(Translated by Google) Teacher tells about a turning point for the era of Rwanda pr (Original) معلم يحكي عن نقطة تحول رواندا للعصر الدهبي

It's a very emotional site

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Thank you RPF

A Tragic Evidence of Rwanda bloodshed History. I could not sleep all night the day i visited this site kept thinking about victims and brutality

It was heartbreaking to learn about the Genocide. It made me realize how important is it that human should live together. I recommend you spend an hour or two there. You will leave grounded. You can take pictures outside the memorial but not inside the memorial-the exhibitions.

(Translated by Google) Narrated in the film hotel rwanda (Original) Dikisahkan dalam film hotel rwanda

The past of Rwanda in one building

Painful to see the remains of people who lost their lives

The people's in memorial have passion and heart,there so kind., and Genocide memorial museum is place where you gate knowledge of humanity, and gate heart to love each others. We give respect to our lovely peoples ,parents, brothers and sister victims of Genocide.

Never allow the evil in this world to pollute your spirit..This is a place to always remember..

Full of history and a place to remember. Can't imagine spending the whole day listening and seeing historical monuments

I wish to visit this museum one day.

The Genocide Memorial in Kigali is a very informative and interesting memorial. It is a must-visit if you are in Kigali. The memorial is divided in two main sections: Rwandan Genocide and general genocides around the world. The tour contains different video clips and informational boards. If you want you can have an audio guide for 25000 RWF in different languages, (English, French, German, etc.). We did not take an audio guide so we cannot say anything about the quality of the audio guide. The boards are written in French and English. The staff recommended us to take around two hours for the whole memorial, which is indeed what it took us. There is no fixed entrance fee but you are invited to leave a small donation. There is also a coffee shop with food, drinks and wifi.

(Translated by Google) I do not like the man in the photo, he is very disrespectful (Original) No me guusta el señor de la foto, es muy irrespetuoso

Exceptionally well-assembled and operated museum and memorial. Highly recommend the audio guide which provides a great deal more info than the placards. The on-premise cafe is also nice.

Intresting

The true meaning of a " Nation" and elaborate description of a "State"

(Translated by Google) Sad thought for all the unfortunate victims of the genocide (Original) Triste pensée pour toutes les malheureuses victimes du génocide

Let this be a reminder to the whole world that peace is important for human existence , great historical place and the stories there are just so sad.