Things to see in Brazzaville

Nature

Livingstone Falls

Livingstone Falls is a vast series of rapids on the lower Congo River, named after the British explorer David Livingstone. Extending from Malebo Pool, it offers a spectacular view of the river's powerful currents.

Views & landmarks

Nabemba Tower

A 106-meter, 30-story skyscraper on the banks of the Congo River, it is the tallest building in the Republic of the Congo. It takes its name from Mount Nabemba, the country's highest peak.

Museums & galleries

National Museum of the Democratic Republic of Congo

This museum showcases the history and culture of the country's various peoples and reopened in 2019 with support from the government of South Korea. It's a great place to explore a wide range of cultural heritage in one location.

Castles & palaces

Palace of the Nation

Set within spacious gardens in central Brazzaville, this building serves as both the residence and office of the President of the Republic of the Congo. Over a century old, it remains the seat of national power today, and is worth visiting alongside its exotic gardens.

Temples & religious sites

Sacred Heart Cathedral, Brazzaville

A Catholic cathedral in Brazzaville, Republic of the Congo, where you can take in the atmosphere of religious architecture right in the heart of the city. It's a nice place for a calm stroll around the grounds.

Views & landmarks

Brazzaville–Kinshasa Bridge

Brazzaville and Kinshasa, the capitals of two neighboring countries, face each other across the Congo River. A road-and-rail bridge connecting the two cities is currently being planned.

Temples & religious sites

Our Lady of the Congo Cathedral

A Catholic cathedral on Liberation Avenue, regarded as one of the city's landmark religious buildings. It's a pleasant spot for a quiet stroll while admiring the architecture.

Zoos & aquariums

Kinshasa botanical garden

Established in 1933, this botanical garden is located in the Gombe district of Kinshasa, Democratic Republic of the Congo. It sits across Kasa-Vubu Avenue from the Kinshasa Zoo, making it convenient to visit both together.

Temples & religious sites

basilique Sainte-Anne-du-Congo de Brazzaville

A grand Catholic basilica in Brazzaville. As one of the city's landmark religious buildings, it's worth a brief visit.

Nature

Ngaliema Bay

Ngaliema Bay is an inlet on the left bank of the Congo River, in the Kintambo area northwest of Kinshasa. Its proximity to Livingstone Falls makes it a great spot to take in the riverside scenery as well.

Zoos & aquariums

Jardin zoologique de Kinshasa

This zoo is located in the Gombe district of Kinshasa, Democratic Republic of the Congo, near the Kinshasa central market and general hospital. It's home to more than 30 species of animals, including mammals, reptiles, and birds.

Zoos & aquariums

Brazzaville Zoo

This zoo has stood in place since 1944, home to a variety of animals from chimpanzees and gorillas to crocodiles and leopards. It's a spot in Brazzaville where you can get a close look at African wildlife.

Nature

Ndjili River

The Ndjili River flows through the capital, forming the boundary between two districts before joining the Congo River. Its name is a familiar one, shared with the nearby international airport and a local village.

Temples & religious sites

Kinshasa Democratic Republic of the Congo Temple

This temple of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints stands in Kinshasa, the capital of the Democratic Republic of the Congo. It was the fourth temple built on the African continent, and its neat, well-kept exterior is worth a look.

Nature

Djoué

The Djoué is a river flowing through the Brazzaville area, a tributary that empties into the Congo River. Following its course, you can experience the natural surroundings on the city's outskirts.

Nature

Lukunga River

This tributary of the Congo River flows through a plain surrounded by hills, cutting right through the city center. It's so closely tied to the area that a nearby district takes its name from the river.