Botswana
Francistown
Francistown is Botswana's second-largest city, located near the Zimbabwe border about 400 km north of Gaborone. It was the site of Africa's first gold rush, and today offers a cityscape shaped by both agriculture and mining.
Updated August 15, 2026 · Edited by the World by City editors
- Gateway airport
- Francistown Airport (FRW)
- Best season
- Apr–Sep
- Time zone
- Africa/Gaborone
- Sights covered
- 3 places
Sights worth seeing
Temples & religious sites
Roman Catholic Diocese of Francistown
A Catholic diocese in Francistown, Botswana, serving as a spiritual center for the local faithful. Exploring the city offers a glimpse into the modest, unassuming atmosphere of its Catholic community.
Museums & galleries
Supa Ngwao Museum
A regional museum introducing the history and culture of Francistown and the northeastern region. It offers a close look at the traditions and crafts of the people who have lived in the area.
Temples & religious sites
Our Lady of the Desert Cathedral, Francistown
A Catholic cathedral in Francistown, Botswana, serving as the seat of the Apostolic Vicariate of Francistown. It's a peaceful place to admire the cathedral's architecture.
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Getting around the city
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Central & near stations
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First-time guide
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Getting around
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