Attractive Tourists Locations In Nigeria

There are lots of attractive tourist locations in Nigeria. Tourist sites have been known to attract global attention which goes beyond just setting up a physical edifice, but also embodies structures or places of natural and physical values. These sites show awesome historical significance and outstanding beauty capable of awing and captivating their visitors.

The physical display of genius architectural designs and brain work, coupled with the mysterious dynamism of natural ingenuity make them count as one of the most sought out places for a memorable tourism experience. Nevertheless, this article has in it a compiled list of tourist attractions in Nigeria. Take your time to run through the list. Interestingly, you will be finding the reason to come to Nigeria soon!

Attractive Tourists Locations In Nigeria

1. Olumo Rock

When you visit the city of Abeokuta, Ogun State, Nigeria without checking out the “fortress of Abeokuta”, Olumo Rock, your visit is indeed incomplete. It’s no surprise that this rock is located in Abeokuta as the name “Abeokuta” itself means “under the rock”. Olumo Rock has since the 19th century served as a rock of offence as well as fortress for the people of Egba Land. Alluring attractions such as natural tunnels, unusual trees, natural cantilevers can be enjoyes. Including gardens on the rock, broken pathways, monuments of the belief system of the rock’s primeval settlers and many other things. You wouldn’t want to miss these attractions, do you?

2. Yankari Games Reserve

One of the most attractive sites in Nigeria is the Yankari Game Reserve, in Bauchi State, North-Eastern Nigeria. When you visit this destination, you’ll experience nature in the country’s biggest wildlife retreat. There are a number of activities in the reserve. In fact, you will marvel at the largest herd of elephants in the country. You can embark on a guided safari tour and explore the tropical forests. While at the Reserve,  you’ll find different varieties of animal species like the Olive Baboon, Roan Antelope, Patas Monkey, Western Hartebeest, that live in their natural habitats.

After your day at the reserve, exploring the awesome marvel of wildlife, head over to the Wikki Warm Spring.  Your visit to the Yankari Game Reserve may be incomplete without an experience the warmth of this spring.

Attractive Tourists Locations In Nigeria

3. Lekki Conservation Centre

The Lekki Conservation Centre, situated in Lagos State, Nigeria is one of the best nature reserves in Nigeria. Meanwhile, this conservation and relaxation centre offers you a breath of fresh air and an escape from the ever bubbling and buzzing city life of Lagos.

The Nigerian Conservation Foundation (NCF) manages this 21-year-old conservation centre cum nature hub, which covers an area of 78 hectares. Interestingly, this centre which is often  regarded as an icon of nature conservation represents the flagship project of Nigeria Conservation Foundation. For the preservation of unique biodiversity, scenic, natural, scientific recreational values of the coastal environs of western Nigeria. You definitely will make your tourism experience complete if you make a visit to this site.

4. Zuma Rock

Zuma Rock is a large monolith located in Niger State, Nigeria. It is just north of Nigeria’s capital Abuja, along the main road from Abuja to Kaduna. In fact, it is sometimes referred to as “Gateway to Abuja, The Federal Capital Territory on Nigeria.” While Zuma Rock is 725 m (2,400 ft) above its surroundings it is an interesting place.

The Federal Capital Territory of Nigeria described the rock as their unquestionable watchman. The other mountains surrounding Zuma Rock stay a considerable distance from it. Indeed, the Zuba people say is a form of respect the other mountains pay to Zuma Rock for its royal presence in the locality.

If you take a visit to the  Zuma Rock between April and October, which is the rainy season in central Nigeria. Interestingly, you will have the first hand opportunity of seeing the much talked Zuma Rock Fire. As the apex of the Zuma Rock catches fire under heavy rainfall. While this has over time remained one of the wonders of the Zuma Rock.

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Attractive Tourists Locations In Nigeria

5. Aso Rock

Aso Rock is a 400-meter rock obviously the most noticeable feature in the Federal Capital City of Nigeria, Abuja. It is reputed as one of the lush tourist attractions in Nigeria, as it is a location in the Country’s seat of power. In fact, Aso Rock plays host to the three major seats of power of the Nigerian Federal Government namely; Presidential Villa (Aso Rock Villa), National Assembly, and the Supreme Court. The only structure built in the valley of the Rock is the presidential villa (the Aso Rock Villa) building. Although tourists are still allowed to visit this place, but due to the rise in the menace of terrorist attacks by Boko Haram in recent times, this access has quite become limited.

Attractive Tourists Locations In Nigeria

6. Kajuru Castle

Kajuru Castle is a luxury villa, that was built between the years 1981 and 1989, at Kajuru village in Kaduna State, Nigeria. The castle is located at about 45 Km from Kaduna on a mountaintop in Kajuru village, Kaduna state.

Dungeons and several towers with crenelated walls models the bedrooms. However, the medieval theme is conspicuous throughout the castle, it even has a portcullis (the vertically closing gate) and also a crocodile pit.

In this castle, there is a guest tower with  4 rooms and the main building with a knights’  hall. Consisting of a master suite often called (“landlord’s residence”). On the outside surroundings, there’s an outdoor swimming pool for cooling off on hot days. While there is a barbecue spot right by the pool. Nevertheless, from the pool area and most of the castle windows, one can enjoy a fascinating view of the surrounding mountains and inselbergs. The Castle also has its own Sauna!

7. Nike Art Gallery

Located in Lagos State, Nigeria, Nike Art Gallery is magnificent five-storey building adorned in spotless white, standing high and proud in its environs. Nike’s Art Gallery tells its story from the outside. The fence of the compound is beautified with rare marbles. There are different artistic inscriptions and drawings on the wall. At a first glance, you immediately feel a deep sense of awe as you walk through its colourfully tattooed black gates. This historical abode ranks high in the list of bedazzling Lagos destinations.

From the inner courtyard of this art gallery where you’ll find the stone sculptures, tie-dye workshop, and hanging craftworks. To the wide variety of art displayed inside the magnificent structure, you can rest assured that your love for Nigerian art will go skyrocket.

8. Tarkwa Bay Beach

Tarkwa Bay, a sheltered beach located near the Lagos Harbour. It’s a haven for swimmers and water-sports enthusiasts, also home to a welcoming resident community. In fact, the Island is far isolated from the hustle and bustle of Lagos and you’ll love it for that. This beach, very much unlike most public beaches in Lagos, isn’t often noisy or overcrowded.

If you are looking for a quiet romantic time with your partner, or even friends and family, you should visit Tarkwa Bay Beach on a weekday. Though Tarkwa Bay Beach is a small and a less visited beach, many fun seekers flood in it during the weekends. Including public holidays and festive seasons.

Attractive Tourists Locations In Nigeria

9. Obudu Cattle Ranch

Obudu Mountain Resort, which was formerly known as Obudu Cattle Ranch, is one of the most beautiful and pleasant tourist destinations in Nigeria. It is located on the Obudu Plateau, close to the Cameroon border, in the Northeastern part of Cross Rivers State. Meanwhile over the years, this resort centre has grown to become a prominent destination choice for tourists. It is endowed with captivating landscape and calming ambiance, with clouds smiling down on its peaks and valleys. Meanwhile, visitors enjoy a good blend of warm and cold temperature, as it has a very temperate weather. Although, this resort is open to visitors throughout the year, but the best period to visit is between October and February as it is the time when the sky is very bright and the air is frosty.

10. Agodi Gardens

Agodi Gardens is a beautiful park located in the city of Ibadan, Oyo State, Nigeria which has well become one of the top tourist attractions in the country. It also called Agodi Botanical Gardens. The site is a serene environment on 150 acres of land. It’s peaceful and calm environment makes it a preferred and perfect destination for people to take a break from the hassle and reevaluate their values or hang out with friends and family. From the water parks to the animal enclosure or may be just walking through the garden paths, Agodi Gardens indeed make you want to abide more in the gardens.