Banjul
capital of The Gambia
Live & travel in Banjul
Estimate for a remote worker (rent + living) from World Bank price levels. Capitals can be higher. · US travel advisory: Jan 15, 2026
Climate by month
NASA POWER monthly climatology ·Humidity: 73%
Embassies & consulates in Banjul
14 missions from 13 countries
Embassy 10
High Commission 1
Consulate General 1
Where to eat in Banjul
- Calypso Bar & RestaurantMid-range
in Bakau
- Gibbi's on the BeachMid-range
in Bakau
- Smiling Coast Guesthouse Bar & RestaurantMid-range
Kofi Anan Street, Cape Point
Source and corrections: Wikivoyage guide to Banjul · CC BY-SA 4.0
Frequently asked questions
Where can you eat in Banjul?
The travel guide to Banjul lists Calypso Bar & Restaurant, Gibbi's on the Beach, and Smiling Coast Guesthouse Bar & Restaurant.
Is Banjul safe for travellers?
The U.S. State Department currently rates Gambia at Level 2. The national intentional-homicide rate is — per 100,000 people.
How much does it cost to live in Banjul?
Roughly $1,200 per month for a remote worker, based on Gambia price levels (27% of US prices).
What is the weather like in Banjul in November?
In November Banjul averages a high of 34°C, a low of 21°C and about 6 mm of rain.
Which embassies and consulates are in Banjul?
14 diplomatic missions, including Algeria (Embassy), China (Embassy), Germany (Embassy), Guinea (Consulate General), Guinea-Bissau (Embassy), Hungary (Embassy), Libya (Embassy), and Senegal (Embassy).
Sources: World Bank (CC BY 4.0), NASA POWER, U.S. Department of State, Wikidata (CC0), Wikimedia Commons, ExchangeRate-API.