Top Destinations in Nigeria

Explore Nigeria's most iconic cities, resorts, and natural wonders—from Lagos to Obudu, Calabar, and beyond.

Discover Nigeria's Top Destinations

From bustling metropolises to serene natural wonders, explore the diverse beauty and rich culture that Nigeria has to offer.

Ife Ancient City

Nigeria’s cultural and commercial capital—buzzing with beaches, contemporary art, markets, music, and cuisine. Great base for coastal escapes and heritage trips.

What to explore:

Obafemi Awolowo University

Ife Museum

Nike Art Gallery

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Calabar (Cross River)

Famed for hospitality and Africa’s biggest street party, Calabar blends heritage museums, waterfront relaxation, and a lively cultural scene.

What to explore:

Calabar Carnival (December)

Marina Resort

Slave History Museum

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Obudu Mountain Resort (Cross River)

Nigeria’s premier mountain retreat on the Obudu Plateau—lush trails, sweeping views, and crisp air. Best Nov–Feb for clear skies.

What to explore:

Cool highland climate

Mountain hiking & viewpoints

Nature trails and birding

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Yankari National Park (Bauchi)

Nigeria’s flagship wildlife destination with classic savannah, warm blue springs, and rewarding dry-season wildlife sightings (Nov–Apr).

What to explore:

Savannah elephants & baboons

Wikki Warm Springs

Game viewing & birding

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Osun-Osogbo Sacred Grove (Osogbo, Osun)

A sacred riverside forest of shrines and monumental sculptures—living Yoruba spirituality, ritual art, and community heritage.

What to explore:

UNESCO World Heritage Site

Yoruba art, shrines, and spirituality

Sculpture-filled forest trails

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Idanre Hills (Ondo)

Otherworldly granite inselbergs dotted with history-rich stairways and an old settlement—one of Nigeria’s most photogenic hikes.

What to explore:

Ancient stairways and gateways

Old hilltop settlement

Panoramic granite outcrops

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Olumo Rock (Abeokuta, Ogun)

Climb through boulders and passageways to sweeping city views—an emblem of Yoruba resistance and Abeokuta’s living culture.

What to explore:

Historic fortress rock

Guided climbs & viewpoints

Abeokuta markets and Adire textiles

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Benin City (Edo)

Heartland of Benin artistry—watch bronze casting on Igun Street, explore museums, and dive into the legacy of the historic kingdom.

What to explore:

Igun Street bronze casters’ guild

National Museum Benin

Royal court traditions

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Gashaka-Gumti NP & Mambilla Plateau (Taraba)

Wild, mountainous and biodiverse—adventure-ready trails and highland scenery. Check local security updates and secure permits/guide.

What to explore:

Nigeria’s largest national park

Montane forests & rich biodiversity

Hiking, birding, primate tracking

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Kano Ancient City (Kano)

A living center of Hausa culture with centuries-old trade, crafts, and architecture. Dress modestly and check travel advisories.

What to explore:

Emir’s Palace

Kurmi Market

Ancient dye pits (Kofar Mata)

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