Lagos State
The state home to West Africa's largest metropolis, bringing together business, art, music and beaches, and the main gateway to Nigeria.
Lagos State lies on the southwestern coast of Nigeria. It is the smallest state in the country by area, yet it is the nation's economic and cultural center. Lagos Island, Victoria Island and Lekki are packed with business districts, restaurants and nightlife, with a strong Afrobeats and arts scene; the canopy walkway at the Lekki Conservation Centre, the Nike Art Gallery and Tarkwa Bay Beach are all popular spots, while Badagry preserves historic sites of the slave trade. November to March is the dry season and the best time to travel. Murtala Muhammed International Airport is the main entry point.
Destinations
Itineraries
- Lagos & Badagry – A 3-day short itinerary covering Lagos Island museums, the Badagry Slave Route, and Lekki nature and art.
- Southwest Nigeria Yoruba Heritage Loop – Head north from Lagos to Abeokuta, Ile-Ife, and Osogbo, exploring ancient Yoruba cities and the Sacred Grove.
- Idanre Hills & Warm Springs – Explore the southwestern inland highlands: climb the ancient Idanre Hills, soak in the Ikogosi Warm Springs, and see wa…
- West African Coast: Lagos to Accra – Traverse four countries along the Gulf of Guinea, connecting slave trade heritage sites, Voodoo culture, and coastal ca…