Sudan Tourist Attractions and Sightseeing

(Sudan, SD, North-East Africa)



Sudan isn't short of things to see and do. As you would expect, there are plenty of sites that date back to ancient times and civilizations that have long since disappeared. Its ancient heritage mostly consists of ruined temples and pyramids. More recent architectural gems include its mosques, which also have an undeniable tourist appeal.

Within Khartoum itself, Sudan's busy capital city, are several historic attractions. A guided tour is the best way to get around all the major tourist sites, ensuring that you really do get the very most out of your visit.

Whether you are sightseeing independently or as part of a group, it pays to be aware that taking photographs is not always possible without the relevant Sudanese photography permit. Therefore, do exercise a little caution before taking your holiday snaps in public places.


Al Mogran Family Park

Address: Nile Street, Khartoum, Sudan, SD, Africa
Al Mogran is a great place to while away an afternoon with the family. Situated at the confluence of the Blue Nile and the White Nile, close to the White Nile Bridge, its attractions include a Ferris wheel and fairground rides. The park also has plenty of green spaces where the kids can let off steam.
Open hours: daily
Admission: charge

Khartoum War Cemetery

Address: Hay Al-Matar, Khartoum, Sudan, SD, Africa
Situated within the north-eastern part of the city, Khartoum's War Cemetery commemorates fallen soldiers from several campaigns, including those that took place in World War One and World War Two. A memorial is dedicated to 600 men who lost their lives in the East African campaign of World War Two.
Open hours: daily
Admission: free

Al Kabir Mosque

Address: Gamhoria Street, Khartoum, Sudan, SD, Africa
Lying within the very heart of the city of Khartoum, the Al Kabir Mosque is an undeniably impressive building. It is not without good reason that it is also known as the Great, or Grand, Mosque. Built with red stone by the Turks, the mosque is now roughly a century old and remains in good shape structurally.
Open hours: daily
Admission: free

Presidential Palace

Address: Nile Avenue, Khartoum, Sudan, SD, Africa
If you are visiting the Presidential Palace Museum, then it is worth taking a few moments to admire the palace itself. Time it right and you may even catch a glimpse of the changing of the palace guards ceremony. Be warned, though, that the guards may ask you to move on should you linger a little too long.
Open hours: daily
Admission: charge

Mahdi's Tomb

Address: Omdurman, Khartoum, Sudan, SD, Africa
The Mahdi's Tomb has to be one of Khartoum's best-known attractions. Located right next door to the Khalifa House Museum, the Tomb that can be seen today is not original. This reproduction monument was built in the late 1940s to replace the one destroyed during the Battle of Omdurman - a battle in which the British leader Lord Kitchener successfully recaptured the city of Khartoum.
Open hours: daily
Admission: free

Malik II

Address: Marina, Sharia el Nil, Khartoum, Sudan, SD, Africa
It is hard to believe that this historic boat once took Kitchener and his forces into battle. Today, its condition leaves a lot to be desired; grounded and used for storage, it is gently falling into decay. Visitors can, however, get a taste of that momentous journey by stepping aboard the Malik, which is moored among the boats of the Blue Nile Sailing Club.
Open hours: daily
Admission: charge