Yaoundé
Cameroon
- Safety rating
- 5/10
- Best time to visit
- The drier months from November to February are most pleasant for exploring the highland capital.
- Population
- 4.1M
Overview
Cameroon's hilly political capital sprawls across seven forested hills, blending government quarters, lively markets and a calmer pace than coastal Douala. Museums and the towering Notre-Dame des Victoires basilica give it a cultured, leafy feel.
Top attractions
See the Notre-Dame des Victoires Cathedral, the National Museum, and the bustling Mokolo and Mfoundi markets.
Getting around
Shared yellow taxis are the main way around, charging per seat; agree the route and price first, or use moto-taxis for short hops.