Kigali Shopping

  1. Athenée

    Travellers who want to do a spot of self-catering or who are planning some time in Parcs National Nyungwe Forest or de l'Akagera will find a small selection of things at this place, a sort of alimentation-style store near the main post office.

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  2. Caplaki

    The old street market of crafts along Ave de l'Armée next to the Milles Collines has been moved to a new home funded by the French called Caplaki. Sellers are now organised in fixed stalls and popular items include a range of carvings and masks from across the border in DR Congo. Prices start high, as they are, of course, 'antiques' but as most are modern replicas, bargain down to something sensible.

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  3. Centre du Frais Alimentation Generale

    Probably the best stocked of the central supermarkets, including a good range of far-flung imports. There is also a bakery on the premises.

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  4. Cooperative des Artisans Rwandais

    Cooperative des Artisans Rwandais is one of the better craft shops selling locally produced carvings, cards and paintings. Prices are generally fixed, but small discounts may be offered. It's one of a number of craft shops located near the main post office in the centre of town.

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  5. Librairie Caritas

    A central bookshop for French titles.

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  6. Librairie Ikirezi

    The best bookshop in town, it stocks a wide range of French- and English-language books on Rwanda and the world beyond. No, the name doesn't mean crazy bookshop.

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  7. Republika Lounge Shop

    The handicraft shop beneath Republika Lounge Shop is worth checking out if you're after something more sophisticated. There are some nice pieces of art and the best quality souvenir T-shirts you are likely to find in Rwanda.

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