Freetown, the capital and largest city of Sierra Leone, is a major Atlantic port and the country's economic, political, and cultural hub. The city features expansive white sand beaches, including Lumley-Aberdeen Beach, and River Number 2 Beach, along its scenic peninsula. Notable attractions include the historic Cotton Tree, Bunce Island's slave trade ruins, the Tacugama Chimpanzee Sanctuary, and the Sierra Leone Museum. The Aberdeen-Lumley area offers nightlife with beachside restaurants, clubs, and hotels, while the Seacoach Express provides coastal tours.