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Monrovia is the capital of Liberia, situated on Cape Mesurado along the Atlantic coast. It is the country's most populous city and accounts for a large share of Montserrado County's population.

Updated August 15, 2026 · Edited by the World by City editors

Monrovia
Gateway airport
Roberts International Airport (ROB)
Best season
Dec–Mar
Time zone
Africa/Monrovia
Sights covered
7 places

Sights worth seeing

Bushrod Island

Nature

Bushrod Island

An island near Monrovia surrounded by the Atlantic Ocean and rivers. It's home to Liberia's largest port along with several towns and residential areas.

Saint Paul River

Nature

Saint Paul River

This river flows across Liberia, with its upper reaches forming part of the border with Guinea. The Gola people call it the "Two River," and its course offers a glimpse of West Africa's natural landscape.

Liberian National Museum

Museums & galleries

Liberian National Museum

Founded in 1958, the Liberian National Museum has collected and exhibited cultural heritage with support from UNESCO. It's a great place to explore Liberia's history and culture.

Mesurado River

Nature

Mesurado River

The Mesurado River runs through Monrovia, Liberia's capital, crossed by the People's Bridge, built in the 1970s. It's a pleasant spot to stroll across the bridge and take in the riverside views.

Sacred Heart Cathedral, Monrovia

Temples & religious sites

Sacred Heart Cathedral, Monrovia

A Catholic cathedral located on Broad Street in downtown Monrovia. It's a landmark you'll naturally come across while walking through the heart of Liberia's capital.

Edward J. Roye Building

Views & landmarks

Edward J. Roye Building

A high-rise on Ashmun Street in downtown Monrovia, Liberia, that was once a landmark of the city. Completed in 1965, it originally served as headquarters for the ruling True Whig Party and now stands in ruins, hinting at its former grandeur.

Providence Island

Nature

Providence Island

This island in Monrovia is historically significant as the site where freed Black Americans first settled in Liberia. In recognition of its value, it has been named to the UNESCO World Heritage tentative list.

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Average temperature by month

5-year average

27° Jan
27° Feb
27° Mar
27° Apr
27° May
26° Jun
25° Jul
25° Aug
25° Sep
25° Oct
26° Nov
27° Dec

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