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🇨🇮 Côte d’Ivoire

West Africa's economic dynamo blends the skyscrapers of Abidjan, the world's largest basilica at Yamoussoukro, beach towns and rich musical culture.

eVisa 📅 Best: Nov–Mar (dry) 💵 $100/day avg
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Capital
Yamoussoukro
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Currency
West African CFA (XOF)
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Language
French
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Best time
Nov–Mar (dry)
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Visa
eVisa
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Avg daily budget
$45 – $330
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Safety
Use normal caution
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Main airport
Abidjan (ABJ)
Overview

Why travellers love Côte d’Ivoire

Abidjan's lagoon-side energy, the staggering Basilica of Our Lady of Peace, and the beaches of Assinie and Grand-Bassam define a Côte d'Ivoire trip.

It's a lively, increasingly visited West African hub; check advisories for some regions.

Where to go

Top places in Côte d’Ivoire

The destinations worth building your trip around.

Abidjan

Abidjan

🗓 2 days

Lagoon-side skyscrapers and nightlife.

CityCultureNightlife
Yamoussoukro

Yamoussoukro

🗓 1 day

The world's largest basilica.

IconicHistory
Grand-Bassam

Grand-Bassam

🗓 1 day

UNESCO colonial town and beaches.

BeachHistory
Assinie

Assinie

🗓 1–2 days

Lagoon beach-resort escape.

BeachRelax
Plan day by day

Côte d’Ivoire itineraries

Ready-made routes — tap a duration to see the plan.

Route
Abidjan → Yamoussoukro → Grand-Bassam
Trip length
5 days
Est. budget
$225 – $1,650
1–2

Abidjan

Lagoon-side skyscrapers and nightlife.

🗓 2 days✨ City · Culture · Nightlife
3–4

Yamoussoukro

The world's largest basilica.

🗓 2 days✨ Iconic · History
5

Grand-Bassam

UNESCO colonial town and beaches.

🗓 1 day✨ Beach · History
Route
Abidjan → Yamoussoukro → Grand-Bassam → Assinie
Trip length
7 days
Est. budget
$315 – $2,310
1–2

Abidjan

Lagoon-side skyscrapers and nightlife.

🗓 2 days✨ City · Culture · Nightlife
3–4

Yamoussoukro

The world's largest basilica.

🗓 2 days✨ Iconic · History
5–6

Grand-Bassam

UNESCO colonial town and beaches.

🗓 2 days✨ Beach · History
7

Assinie

Lagoon beach-resort escape.

🗓 1 day✨ Beach · Relax
Route
Abidjan → Yamoussoukro → Grand-Bassam → Assinie
Trip length
10 days
Est. budget
$450 – $3,300
1–3

Abidjan

Lagoon-side skyscrapers and nightlife.

🗓 3 days✨ City · Culture · Nightlife
4–6

Yamoussoukro

The world's largest basilica.

🗓 3 days✨ Iconic · History
7–8

Grand-Bassam

UNESCO colonial town and beaches.

🗓 2 days✨ Beach · History
9–10

Assinie

Lagoon beach-resort escape.

🗓 2 days✨ Beach · Relax
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Visa & entry

Côte d’Ivoire visa requirements

Visa required?
eVisa for most
Allowed stay
Up to 90 days
Visa on arrival
Pre-enrolment online
eVisa
Yes (official e-Visa)
Passport validity
6 months
Visa type
eVisa
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Visa rules change frequently. Most visitors apply for an e-Visa online and a yellow-fever certificate is required. Always verify with the official Côte d’Ivoire immigration / e-visa website before travelling.

Full Côte d’Ivoire visa guide →Use the visa checker →
Money

Côte d’Ivoire budget guide

Budget

$45/day
  • Hostels & guesthouses
  • Local food & markets
  • Public transport
  • Free sights & nature

Luxury

$330+/day
  • 4–5★ hotels & resorts
  • Fine dining
  • Private transfers
  • Premium experiences
Full Côte d’Ivoire budget guide →
Things to do

Top attractions in Côte d’Ivoire

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Basilica of Yamoussoukro

The largest church in the world.

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Abidjan

The 'Manhattan of West Africa'.

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Grand-Bassam

Faded colonial charm by the sea.

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Coupé-décalé music

A vibrant nightlife scene.

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Assinie beaches

Lagoon and ocean resorts.

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