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Africa's most populous nation pulses with the energy of Lagos, the home of Afrobeats and Nollywood, plus ancient kingdoms and waterfalls inland.

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Capital
Abuja
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Currency
Nigerian Naira (NGN)
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Language
English
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Best time
Nov–Mar (dry)
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Visa
eVisa / Visa
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Avg daily budget
$50 – $350
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Safety
Check advisories
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Main airport
Lagos (LOS) / Abuja (ABV)
Overview

Why travellers love Nigeria

Lagos is the cultural powerhouse β€” music, art, markets and beaches β€” while Abuja, the ancient city of Kano and natural sights like Olumo Rock add depth.

It rewards the curious traveller; check current advisories and travel with local guidance.

Where to go

Top places in Nigeria

The destinations worth building your trip around.

Lagos

Lagos

πŸ—“ 2–3 days

Megacity of music, art and beaches.

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Abuja

Abuja

πŸ—“ 1 day

Planned capital and Aso Rock.

City
Calabar

Calabar

πŸ—“ 1–2 days

Carnival city and rainforest nearby.

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Olumo Rock

Olumo Rock

πŸ—“ 1 day

Historic rock fortress in Abeokuta.

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Plan day by day

Nigeria itineraries

Ready-made routes β€” tap a duration to see the plan.

Route
Lagos β†’ Abuja β†’ Calabar
Trip length
5 days
Est. budget
$250 – $1,750
1–2

Lagos

Megacity of music, art and beaches.

πŸ—“ 2 days✨ City Β· Culture Β· Nightlife
3–4

Abuja

Planned capital and Aso Rock.

πŸ—“ 2 days✨ City
5

Calabar

Carnival city and rainforest nearby.

πŸ—“ 1 day✨ Culture Β· Nature
Route
Lagos β†’ Abuja β†’ Calabar β†’ Olumo Rock
Trip length
7 days
Est. budget
$350 – $2,450
1–2

Lagos

Megacity of music, art and beaches.

πŸ—“ 2 days✨ City Β· Culture Β· Nightlife
3–4

Abuja

Planned capital and Aso Rock.

πŸ—“ 2 days✨ City
5–6

Calabar

Carnival city and rainforest nearby.

πŸ—“ 2 days✨ Culture Β· Nature
7

Olumo Rock

Historic rock fortress in Abeokuta.

πŸ—“ 1 day✨ History Β· Adventure
Route
Lagos β†’ Abuja β†’ Calabar β†’ Olumo Rock
Trip length
10 days
Est. budget
$500 – $3,500
1–3

Lagos

Megacity of music, art and beaches.

πŸ—“ 3 days✨ City Β· Culture Β· Nightlife
4–6

Abuja

Planned capital and Aso Rock.

πŸ—“ 3 days✨ City
7–8

Calabar

Carnival city and rainforest nearby.

πŸ—“ 2 days✨ Culture Β· Nature
9–10

Olumo Rock

Historic rock fortress in Abeokuta.

πŸ—“ 2 days✨ History Β· Adventure
✨ Build a custom Nigeria itinerary β†’
Visa & entry

Nigeria visa requirements

Visa required?
Visa required for most (eVisa/VoA)
Allowed stay
Up to 90 days
Visa on arrival
For some
eVisa
Yes
Passport validity
6 months
Visa type
eVisa
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Visa rules change frequently. Most visitors need a visa or e-Visa in advance and a yellow-fever certificate. Check current advisories carefully. Always verify with the official Nigeria immigration / e-visa website before travelling.

Full Nigeria visa guide β†’Use the visa checker β†’
Money

Nigeria budget guide

Budget

$50/day
  • Hostels & guesthouses
  • Local food & markets
  • Public transport
  • Free sights & nature

Luxury

$350+/day
  • 4–5β˜… hotels & resorts
  • Fine dining
  • Private transfers
  • Premium experiences
Full Nigeria budget guide β†’
Things to do

Top attractions in Nigeria

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Lagos music & art

The birthplace of Afrobeats and Nollywood.

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Lagos beaches

Tarkwa Bay and Lekki conservation centre.

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Olumo Rock

Climb a historic granite fortress.

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Calabar Carnival

'Africa's biggest street party' in December.

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Erin Ijesha Falls

Multi-tiered jungle waterfall.

Blog

Nigeria travel articles

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