Centre Region

Home to Yaoundé, the capital of seven hills: national museums, lively markets, the Mefou primate sanctuary and day trips to Ebogo on the Nyong river.

33 places

    Culture & Heritage

    Yaoundé · Centre

    National Museum of Cameroon

    4.8 Guide rating

    Housed in the former French governor's palace, displaying royal artifacts, traditional instruments, and cultural relics from across Cameroon's 200+ ethnic groups.

    FCFA 2,000 ≈ €3
    Airport Transfers

    Yaoundé Nsimalen International Airport, Yaoundé · Centre

    Private Airport Transfer: Yaoundé Nsimalen or Douala Airport

    A private, air-conditioned airport transfer run by a Cameroonian tour company, with pick-up at Yaoundé Nsimalen or Douala airport.

    From US$180 per car (up to 3 travellers) ≈ €154 30 minutes to 1 hour
    Airport Transfers

    Yaoundé Nsimalen International Airport, Yaoundé · Centre

    Yaoundé Nsimalen Airport Private Transfer to the City

    Nsimalen airport sits about 23 km south of central Yaoundé. A pre-booked private car takes you door to door in around 40 minutes.

    Sedan from €86.25 · Minivan from €100 (per vehicle) ≈ €86 About 40 minutes (23 km)
    Airport Transfers

    Yaoundé Nsimalen International Airport, Yaoundé · Centre

    Yaoundé Nsimalen Airport Transfer to the City Centre

    Good-value private car or van from Nsimalen airport to central Yaoundé, with free flight monitoring and free cancellation.

    Sedan from €57 · Van for up to 8 from €77 (per vehicle) ≈ €57 25–40 minutes, depending on traffic
    Luxury Hotels

    Yaoundé · Centre

    Hilton Yaoundé

    4.7 Guide rating

    Iconic 5-star property featuring panoramic city views, high-end international dining, outdoor swimming pool, and corporate conference facilities.

    FCFA 135,000 / night ≈ €206
    French & International

    Bastos, Yaoundé · Centre

    Le Cosy Pool

    4.6 Guide rating

    Upscale French and Mediterranean dining surrounding a serene poolside terrace in Bastos.

    US$15–35 per person
    Asian

    Bastos, Yaoundé · Centre

    Chez Wou

    4.5 Guide rating

    Renowned Asian & Chinese specialty restaurant offering authentic dishes and Sunday buffets.

    US$20–40 per person
    Cameroonian

    Mvog-Ada, Yaoundé · Centre

    Maison Blanche

    4.4 Guide rating

    Famous for authentic Cameroonian braised fresh fish, plantains, and local grills.

    US$8–20 per person
    Wildlife & Safari

    Yaoundé · Centre

    Mvog-Betsi Zoo

    City zoo supported by the Cameroon Wildlife Aid Fund, caring for primates and other animals rescued from the bushmeat trade.

    2 hours
    City Sights & Markets

    Yaoundé · Centre

    Mfoundi Market

    One of Yaoundé's biggest and busiest markets: fresh produce, spices, fabrics and everyday life in full colour.

    1–2 hours
    Wildlife & Safari

    Mbalmayo · Centre

    Mefou National Park

    Forest sanctuary south of Yaoundé caring for chimpanzees, gorillas and other primates rescued from the bushmeat trade.

    Half day
    French & International

    Yaoundé · Centre

    Boukarou Lounge

    A mini "village" of thatched huts in the middle of town serving pizza, salads, grilled meats and fresh bread.

    Cameroonian

    Simbock, Yaoundé · Centre

    Etok Koss

    On the outskirts at Simbock: grilled fish from the restaurant's own ponds, served Cameroonian-style.