Sierra Leone GuideSierra Leone is on the West Coast of Africa between 7 and 10 degrees N, and longitudes 10.5 and 13 degrees W. The Republic of Guinea is to the north and northeast; Liberia is to the east and southeast, and the Atlantic Ocean on the west and south. HotelsFind hotels in Saint Louis and more. FreetownFreetown is the capital city of Sierra Leone and is the heart of the Western region. MakeniMakeni is a city in Sierra Leone. Makeni is the main provincial town in the North of Sierra Leone. BoBo is the second city of Sierra Leone and the main city of the Southern region. Bo is one of the only cities in Sierra Leone to be untouched by the war, owing to a citizen militia which kept the rebel soldiers out for the entire 10 years. KoiduKoidu is a city in Sierra Leone. Koidu is the heart of the diamond mining region. MagburakaMagburaka is a city in Sierra Leone. Magburaka is the former capital of the north of Sierra Leone. BontheBonthe is a charming and friendly town on the south end of Sherbro Island, in Sierra Leone. Banana IslandsThe Banana Islands are the prime tourist destination in Sierra Leone. The proximity to Freetown and the idyllic environment of a pristine tropical island make Banana Island a popular choice for daytrips and overnight excursions. KenemaKenema is a city in Sierra Leone. The road from Bo is new and in excellent condition.