Kigali Public Library Travel Guide: Top Sights in Rwanda, Tours &

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Kigali Public Library- Travel Tips What to See, How to Plan & Tours: Educational & Science; Rwanda; 5 Reviews

Suggested Duration: 1 hours

Kigali Public Library, Rwanda's first public library inaugurated in 2012 and housed within the National Library of Rwanda complex, was initiated by the Rotary Club of Kigali‑Virunga in collaboration with the Rwandan government to foster access to knowledge across communities. The two‑story modern stone‑and‑glass building holds over 34,000 physical books alongside digital and audio collections, and features themed spaces including a children's zone, a Korea‑corner exhibit, meeting rooms and public computers for research and learning. Visitors can relax at the rooftop Shokola Storytellers Café with panoramic views of Kigali while sampling Rwandan coffee, and the library hosts regular workshops, film screenings and cultural programs that reflect Rwanda's evolving literacy, innovation, and urban creativity initiatives.

Operators offering tours in Rwanda

Attractions in Kigali

Kigali Genocide Memorial

Inema Arts Center

Nyamirambo Women's Center

4.8

Kimironko Market

Kandt House Museum

4.6

Campaign Against Genocide Museum

Mt. Kigali

Camp Kigali Memorial

4.2

Reviews of Kigali Public Library

Folasade Adepoju

5
Reviewed: 2025-05-15

I love this library. The ambience and space is top notch. The reading carrel downstairs is a wonder to behold. The front desk ladies are very polite. Nice space for cultural engagement and networking. If you find yourself in Kigali, don't snooze on it.
Khalid Jerim

5
Reviewed: 2025-03-10

This is such a beautiful place both inside and out. I paid 10K for a 1 year membership. This is a steal. You can borrow three books for three weeks if you are a member. Wow what a great deal! Definitely loved the selection of books too. My only request is that they provide better lighting as there are some places that are a bit darker but other than that, I am impressed.
Steffen Wohlfarth

4
Reviewed: 2022-06-18

Modern building with a small amount of books. The children section is nice. They have a seating area there, where children can rest and read.
Fasoranti Damilola

4
Reviewed: 2019-10-07

I had a great time visiting the Kigali Public Library. I have missed going to the library and yes, it was an opportunity to get that calm, seeing others studying and just diving into reading too. The Library is need and we'll managed. I like the ambience and the books are great. I like the location too. It is just opposite of American Embassy. It isn't far away from the Kigali Genocide Memorial Centre. Got a major hospital close by too. If you are looking for a place to just soak in and get a chance to read up, go to the Kigali Public Library. No noise, no distractions.
Tallie Amwel

5
Reviewed: 2019-04-26

This is the best organization, it has all the essential facilities books and super spacious place