Attractions in Burkina Faso
The finest attractions in Burkina Faso at a glance: castles, natural wonders, historic old towns and more. Each place links to a detailed page with map, tips and photos.
Culture & History
Loropéni
A UNESCO World Heritage site featuring the stone ruins of an ancient settlement linked to the trans-Saharan gold trade.
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Laongo
An open-air museum and granite sculpture symposium featuring hundreds of artworks carved directly into natural rock formations.
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Niansogoni
The ancient cliff village of Niansogoni features abandoned mud-brick houses and granaries sheltered in a mountainside.
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Bani
A unique Sahelian village featuring seven distinct mud-brick mosques built on hilltops in the 1980s.
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Kourou Lake
Mare de Kourou is a seasonal water body in Burkina Faso.
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Hippo Lake
Mare aux Hippopotames is a wetland area near Bobo-Dioulasso.
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Balé Lake
Mare de Bale is a wetland or seasonal lake in Burkina Faso.
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Dori Lake
Mare de Dori is a water body in the Sahel town of Dori.
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Tengrela Lake
Lac Tengrela is a lake near Banfora in southwestern Burkina Faso.
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Banfora Cliffs
Monts Banfora are the scenic hills and escarpments around Banfora.
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Kanala Mountains
Monts Kanala are a small mountain area in Burkina Faso.
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Red Volta
Fleuve Volta Rouge is part of the Volta river system in eastern Burkina Faso.
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Pendjari River
An important river in the Pendjari National Park.
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Black Volta
A significant river in West Africa flowing through Burkina Faso.
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Boulon Forest
Foret Boulon is a forested area linked to the Boulon landscape in southwestern Burkina Faso.
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Tanguiéta Foothills
The Tanguiéta relief describes a borderland landscape with plains and low rises near the southwest edge of Burkina Faso.
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Balé Forest
Bale Forest is a wooded area in Burkina Faso’s southwest.
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Peanut Cultivation Area
Peanut cultivation remains a familiar part of rural life in Burkina Faso.
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Ouagadougou Botanical Garden
Jardin Botanique Ouaga is a botanical garden in Ouagadougou.
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Gorom-Gorom Dunes
The Gorom-Gorom relief is a classic Sahel landscape of flat plains, sandy ground, and low features.
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Sissili Forest
Foret Sissili is a wooded area in south-central Burkina Faso.
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Pama Forest
Foret Pama is part of the wooded landscape in southeastern Burkina Faso.
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Corn Cultivation Area
Maize cultivation is a core part of everyday farming in Burkina Faso.
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Ouagadougou Equestrian Center
Centre Equestre de Ouaga is an equestrian facility in the capital.
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Ouagadougou Poultry Farm
Ferme Avicole Ouaga is a poultry farm serving the capital area.
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Cotton Cultivation Region
Cotton cultivation is one of Burkina Faso’s most important rural activities.
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Arly National Park
An important nature reserve with a variety of wildlife such as elephants and lions.
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Sindou Historical Forges
Old iron processing sites crucial for local tools and weapons.
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Boulon Wildlife Reserve
Reserve de Faune de Boulon is a protected wildlife area in southwestern Burkina Faso.
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Ouagadougou Bird Park
A park dedicated to the conservation and display of local bird species.
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Pama Lowlands
The Pama relief combines low plains with wooded savanna in southeastern Burkina Faso.
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Dori Old Mosque
A historical mosque reflecting Islamic influence in the Sahel zone.
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Boromo Hills
A hilly landscape along the Black Volta.
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Porga Wildlife Reserve
A protected area that provides important habitats for local fauna.
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W National Park
A transboundary national park between Burkina Faso, Benin, and Niger.
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Kaya Historical Leather Quarter
A traditional quarter known for centuries-old leather craftsmanship.
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Historical Poni Museum
Located in an old colonial building, it displays Lobi artifacts.
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Bobo-Dioulasso Hills
The Bobo-Dioulasso relief is a mix of low plateaus and gentle hills around the city.
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Banfora Old Train Station
A colonial railway station on the Abidjan-Ouagadougou railway line.
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Kawara Historical Mosque
An old mud building of historical and spiritual significance.
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Kindergarten Ouagadougou
A significant place for early childhood education in the capital.
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Cashew Cultivation Area
A region where cashews are cultivated as an important crop.
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Bontioli Reserve
A nature reserve known for its diverse birdlife.
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Boromo Old Town
Historical trade center near the Mouhoun (Black Volta).
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Markoye Old Slave Market
A dark chapter of history on the old caravan routes.
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Tenkodogo Kingdom Ruins
The remains of the first capital of the oldest Mossi Empire.
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Paspanga Military Camp
A historical military base in the capital city of Ouagadougou.
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Yatenga Naaba Palace
The residence of the traditional kings of the Yatenga kingdom.
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Gorom-Gorom Historical Market
An ancient trading hub for various Sahel tribes.
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Sorghum Cultivation Area
Large agricultural areas specialized in sorghum.
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What are the top attractions in Burkina Faso?
Among the most popular are Kourou Lake, Loropéni, Hippo Lake, Laongo, Balé Lake and many more – the full top 50 list is on this page.
When is the best time to visit Burkina Faso?
May to October offers the most pleasant weather; July and August are warmest and busiest.