7 days itinerary for Lagos, Nigeria in December 2023

1. Day 1: Lekki Conservation Center
   45 minutes (15.2 miles) from Lagos Island

   Start your day with a visit to the Lekki Conservation Center and observe the wildlife in its natural habitat. You can walk the longest canopy walkway in Africa and have a picnic in the park. In the afternoon, explore the Nike Art Gallery where you can find hundreds of Nigerian artworks. In the evening, head to Terra Kulture to experience Nigerian culture through music, food and theater.

2. Day 2: National Museum Lagos
   20 minutes (5.8 miles) from Lekki Conservation Center

   Visit the National Museum Lagos to learn more about the history and culture of Nigeria. You can discover various artifacts, artworks, and historical documents. In the afternoon, take a trip to the Tarkwa Bay Beach where you can relax and soak up the sun. In the evening, head to the Hard Rock Cafe Lagos for a delicious meal and live music.

3. Day 3: Freedom Park Lagos
   30 minutes (4.5 miles) from National Museum Lagos

   Start your day with a visit to Freedom Park Lagos to learn more about Nigerian history and attend a concert, dance or theater performance. For lunch, head to the Yellow Chilli Restaurant for delicious Nigerian cuisine. In the afternoon, visit the Lekki Arts and Crafts market to buy souvenirs from local artisans. In the evening, watch a movie at the Filmhouse IMAX Cinema for a thrilling cinematic experience.

4. Day 4: New Afrika Shrine
   10 minutes (2.9 miles) from Freedom Park Lagos

   Spend your day at the New Afrika Shrine, which is a nightclub and cultural center celebrating Nigerian music and culture. During the day, you can visit the Kalakuta Museum to learn more about the legendary musician Fela Kuti. In the afternoon, visit the Ikeja City Mall for shopping and entertainment. In the evening, head to Terra Culture Arena for a play or live music performance.

5. Day 5: Elegushi Beach
   20 minutes (4.5 miles) from New Afrika Shrine

   Take a day trip to the Elegushi Beach to enjoy the sun and water. In the afternoon, visit the Nike Art Center to shop for traditional African clothes, jewelry and accessories. In the evening, enjoy a dinner at the Sky Restaurant and Lounge and admire the stunning view of Lagos skyline.

6. Day 6: National Arts Theater
   30 minutes (7.2 miles) from Elegushi Beach

   Visit the National Arts Theater to experience Nigerian performing arts, such as dance, drama and music. In the afternoon, head to the Palms Shopping Mall for shopping and entertainment. In the evening, watch a football game at the Teslim Balogun Stadium with passionate Nigerian fans.

7. Day 7: Lagos Island
   20 minutes (5.5 miles) from National Arts Theater

   Visit Lagos Island to explore the historic and cultural landmarks, such as the Lagos Cathedral, Idumota Market and the Freedom Park Lagos. In the afternoon, take a boat tour to the Snake Island to see the wildlife and nature. For dinner, head to the RSVP Restaurant and Lounge to taste the contemporary Nigerian cuisine.

Recommendations

If you have more time, visit the Omenka Gallery to see contemporary African art, take a day trip to the Badagry Slave Trade Museum to learn about the African slave trade, and explore the Coconut Beach to enjoy the natural beauty of the region.

Time and Costs Estimates

• Lekki Conservation Center (3 hours, 5,000 NGN)
• Nike Art Gallery (2 hours, 1,000 NGN)
• Terra Kulture (2 hours, 2,000 NGN)
• National Museum Lagos (2 hours, 800 NGN)
• Tarkwa Bay Beach (4 hours, 1,000 NGN)
• Hard Rock Cafe Lagos (2 hours, 4,000 NGN)
• Freedom Park Lagos (3 hours, 1,500 NGN)
• Yellow Chilli Restaurant (1 hour, 3,000 NGN)
• Lekki Arts and Crafts market (2 hours, 500 NGN)
• Filmhouse IMAX Cinema (2 hours, 2,500 NGN)
• New Afrika Shrine (4 hours, 1,000 NGN)
• Kalakuta Museum (1 hour, 500 NGN)
• Ikeja City Mall (3 hours, 2,000 NGN)
• Terra Culture Arena (2 hours, 3,000 NGN)
• Elegushi Beach (4 hours, 1,000 NGN)
• Nike Art Center (2 hours, 1,000 NGN)
• Sky Restaurant and Lounge (2 hours, 5,000 NGN)
• National Arts Theater (3 hours, 2,000 NGN)
• Palms Shopping Mall (3 hours, 3,000 NGN)
• Teslim Balogun Stadium (3 hours, 1,000 NGN)
• Lagos Island landmarks (4 hours, free)
• Boat tour to Snake Island (3 hours, 5,000 NGN)
• RSVP Restaurant and Lounge (2 hours, 7,000 NGN)
• Total Estimated Costs (55 hours, 49,800 NGN)

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