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Khartoum

Khartoum is the capital city of Sudan, situated at the confluence of the Blue Nile and White Nile rivers. This historic city serves as the country's economic, political, and cultural hub.

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Quick facts

Population
Currency
Sudanese pound (SDG)
Language
Arabic, English
Timezone
CAT (UTC+2)
Local time now
19:15:23

Hotels in Khartoum

Khartoum offers a range of accommodation options for visitors, from established hotels like فندق نادي الضباط to serviced apartments such as الطاهر للشقق and شقق هبار الفندقية. Whether you're seeking traditional hotel amenities or furnished apartment rentals, the city provides various lodging choices for travelers. See all hotels →

الطاهر للشقق
351 m from centre
شقق هبار الفندقية
1.0 km from centre
فندق نادي الضباط
1.2 km from centre

Airports in Khartoum

Khartoum is served by several airports providing connections to destinations across Sudan and beyond. The main facilities include مطار الخرطوم الدولي (Khartoum International Airport), قاعدة وادي سيدنا الجوية (Wadi Saidna Air Base), and مطار الخرطوم الدولي الجديد (New Khartoum International Airport), which together handle the city's aviation traffic. See all airports →

مطار الخرطوم الدولي
3.5 km from centre
قاعدة وادي سيدنا الجوية
27.4 km from centre
مطار الخرطوم الدولي الجديد
35.7 km from centre

Car Hire in Khartoum

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Things to Do in Khartoum

Khartoum offers a range of attractions for visitors, from historic landmarks like Haj Saeed House to cultural and entertainment venues such as Majestic hall and صالة بركة الملوك. Whether you're arriving at Khartoum International Airport or exploring the city's diverse offerings, there's much to experience in Sudan's capital. See all things to do →

Haj Saeed House
994 m from centre
صالة بركة الملوك
1.1 km from centre
شركة المطارات للمقاولات والتشييد المحدودة - مطار الخرطوم الدولي
2.3 km from centre
Majestic hall
2.4 km from centre
اوزون
2.5 km from centre
صالة بلاس
2.7 km from centre

Restaurants in Khartoum

Khartoum offers a variety of dining establishments where you can experience local cuisine and flavours. Popular restaurants and eateries in the city include عصائر البرعي, ابو الشباب, شنداوي, and السموأل, each providing visitors and residents with different dining options. See all restaurants →

عصائر البرعي
147 m from centre
ابو الشباب
147 m from centre
شنداوي
186 m from centre

Swimming Pools in Khartoum

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Spas in Khartoum

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Nightlife in Khartoum

Khartoum offers various evening entertainment venues for visitors and locals. From clubs and halls like نادي ابناء الباسا, صالة نسيم شبال, and صالة سندريلا to cultural spaces, the city provides options for those seeking nighttime activities and social gatherings. See all nightlife →

نادي ابناء الباسا
1.3 km from centre
صالة نسيم شبال
1.5 km from centre
دار الصيادلة
1.8 km from centre

Bars in Khartoum

Khartoum offers a selection of bars and beverage venues for visitors and locals alike. Popular options include عصير البطيخ and عصائر تويتي, which serve refreshing drinks in the city. See all bars →

عصير البطيخ
4.0 km from centre
عصائر تويتي
4.3 km from centre

Cafes in Khartoum

Khartoum offers a variety of cafes where visitors and locals can relax and enjoy refreshments. From traditional spots like مقهي شعبي and البرج العثماني to modern cafes such as Star Cafe, Spring, and Universal coffee, the city's cafe scene reflects both local culture and contemporary preferences. See all cafes →

مقهي شعبي
686 m from centre
البرج العثماني
1.1 km from centre
Star Cafe
1.3 km from centre

Shopping in Khartoum

Khartoum offers a variety of shopping options for residents and visitors. From specialized retailers like صالح للمناسبات and ابوياسين للمناسبات to supermarkets and shopping complexes such as جبري للعماري السوبر and مجمع محطة سبعة, the city provides diverse retail experiences across different neighborhoods. See all shopping →

صالح للمناسبات
428 m from centre
جبري للعماري السوبر
538 m from centre
مجمع سارية - قسم البطاريات
1.3 km from centre

Nature & Wildlife in Khartoum

Khartoum offers several natural spaces for visitors to explore, including parks and gardens scattered throughout the city. From الحديقة العالمية to حديقة بدر, there are opportunities to experience greenery and outdoor recreation in Sudan's capital. See all nature & wildlife →

شجرة المعاشين
1.6 km from centre
الحديقة العالمية
2.2 km from centre
الحديقة العالمية
2.3 km from centre
مطعم اوزون
2.4 km from centre
حديقة بدر
2.8 km from centre
Al Riyadh Family Park
2.8 km from centre

Climate snapshot

Khartoum experiences a hot desert climate with extreme heat during summer months. The city receives minimal rainfall throughout the year, with most precipitation occurring during brief summer thunderstorms. Winters are mild and dry, making them the most pleasant time to visit.

Frequently Asked Questions About Khartoum

What currency is used in Khartoum?

The official currency of Sudan is the Sudanese Pound (SDG), which is used throughout Khartoum.

What language do people speak in Khartoum?

Arabic is the primary language spoken in Khartoum, as it is the official language of Sudan.

What is Khartoum's location in Sudan?

Khartoum is located in the east-central region of Sudan, at the strategic confluence of the Blue Nile and White Nile rivers.

What is Khartoum's time zone?

Khartoum operates on Africa/Khartoum time, which is East Africa Time (EAT).

Map of Khartoum

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