60 days in Ouagadougou Itinerary

The capital of Burkina Faso and its economic center, Ouagadougou also serves as the regional center for art and cultural preservation.

Go for a jaunt from Ouagadougou to Koudougou to see Musee d'Issouka about 1h 55 min away. There's still lots to do: walk around Parc Urbain Bangr-Weoogo, browse the eclectic array of goods at Ouagadougou Markets, contemplate in the serene atmosphere at Cathedral of Ouagadougou, and take in nature's colorful creations at Laongo Sculpture Symposium.

For maps, more things to do, traveler tips, and more tourist information, read Ouagadougou vacation site .

If you are flying in from United States, the closest major airport is Ouagadougou Airport. Expect a daytime high around 97°F in October, and nighttime lows around 75°F. You will leave for home on the 15th (Sun).