Antananarivo travel guide
Antananarivo Tourism | Antananarivo Guide
You're Going to Love Antananarivo
With 1,39 million inhabitants, Antananarivo is the most populous city in Madagascar. It is the most popular tourist destination in the country. We recommend you stay at least 3 days in order to fully appreciate everything Antananarivo has to offer.
Activities & attractions in Antananarivo
Tours
When to visit Antananarivo
Looking for warm weather? Then head to Antananarivo in January, when the average temperature is 69.8 °F, and the highest can go up to 77 °F. The coldest month, on the other hand, is July, when it can get as cold as 50 °F, with an average temperature of 59 °F. You’re likely to see more rain in January, when precipitation is around 11″. In contrast, June is usually the driest month of the year in Antananarivo, with an average rainfall of 0″.
How to Get to Antananarivo
Plane
When flying to Antananarivo, you’ll arrive at Antananarivo (TNR), which is located 13 km from the city center. The shortest flight to Antananarivo from the United States departs from Washington, D.C. and takes around 19h 45m.
Airports near Antananarivo
Airlines serving Antananarivo
Where to stay in Antananarivo
From 5-star hotels such as the Carlton Madagascar to great affordable options like the Hotel Brajas, Antananarivo offers a range of accommodations for every taste. Average rates range from around $40 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to $87 and up for a 5-star experience.
Where to stay in popular areas of Antananarivo
Most booked hotels in Antananarivo
Renting a car in Antananarivo
Renting a car in Antananarivo costs $65 per day, on average, or $195 if you want to rent if for 3 days.
It’s generally cheaper to rent your vehicle outside the airport: locations in the city are around 2% cheaper than airport locations in Antananarivo.
The most frequently booked car type in Antananarivo is Economy (Suzuki Swift or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Mini rental cars (Class Mini Car or similar) are, on average, 36% cheaper than other rental car types in the city.