Nigeria
15 Best Landmarks in Nigeria
The landmarks travelers rate highest across Nigeria, with what makes each worth the trip.
Ranked by traveler review volume across 126 tracked places in Nigeria. Updated monthly.
Tafawa Balewa Square
Landmark · LagosTafawa Balewa Square is a vast public square in Lagos, serving as the city's primary venue for national celebrations, political rallies, and cultural events.
Read our full guide →Tinubu Square
Landmark · LagosTinubu Square is a landmark public space on Lagos Island, named in honor of Madam Efunroye Tinubu, a formidable 19th-century merchant and political figure.
Read our full guide →Iga Idunganran
Landmark · LagosIga Idunganran is the traditional seat of the Oba of Lagos, a monarch whose lineage dates back centuries.
Read our full guide →Ilojo Bar
Landmark · LagosIlojo Bar, also known as the Brazilian Bar, is one of Lagos's oldest surviving colonial-era buildings, constructed in the 19th century by returnee Brazilian slaves.
Read our full guide →Cocoa House
Landmark · IbadanCocoa House is a 26-storey skyscraper in Ibadan’s Dugbe district. Completed in 1964 and commissioned in 1965, it was the first skyscraper in West Africa and remained Nigeria’s tallest building until 1979.
Read our full guide →University of Ibadan
Landmark · IbadanThe University of Ibadan, established in 1948, is Nigeria's oldest and most prestigious university.
Read our full guide →Obafemi Awolowo Stadium
Landmark · IbadanObafemi Awolowo Stadium, named after the prominent Nigerian statesman, is a key venue for football matches, athletics, and entertainment.
Read our full guide →Premier Hotel
Landmark · IbadanPremier Hotel stands as a testament to Ibadan's colonial past, its architecture reflecting early 20th-century design.
Read our full guide →Ibadan Military Cemetery
Landmark · IbadanThe Ibadan Military Cemetery is a well-maintained burial ground for soldiers who served in World War II and other campaigns.
Read our full guide →Lekan Salami Stadium
Landmark · IbadanLekan Salami Stadium is a premier football venue in Ibadan, known for its passionate crowds and modern amenities.
Read our full guide →Ancient Kano City Walls
Landmark · KanoThe Ancient Kano City Walls are a series of historic fortifications built to protect the old city of Kano.
Read our full guide →Gidan Rumfa
Landmark · KanoGidan Rumfa is the historic palace of the Emir of Kano, built in the 15th century and still in use today.
Read our full guide →The State House (Aso Rock Villa)
Landmark · AbujaThe State House, also known as Aso Rock Villa, is the official residence and workplace of the President of Nigeria.
Read our full guide →Abuja City Gate
Landmark · AbujaThe Abuja City Gate is a grand archway marking the southern entrance to Nigeria's capital city.
Read our full guide →World Trade Centre Abuja
Landmark · AbujaThe World Trade Centre Abuja is a landmark commercial complex that houses modern office spaces and a state-of-the-art convention center.
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Good to know
What is the best-known of the landmarks in Nigeria?
Tafawa Balewa Square in Lagos is the most reviewed, with 243 traveler reviews and a 4.0 rating. That makes it the safe choice if you are only fitting in one.
Which of Nigeria's landmarks is worth going out of your way for?
Tinubu Square in Lagos rates highest at 4.0 out of 5 across 243 reviews. Smaller crowds than the headline entry usually explain the gap.
Which city in Nigeria has the most landmarks?
Ibadan, with 6 on this list, ahead of Lagos on 4. The list spans 4 cities in total, capped at three per city so one big city cannot crowd out the rest of the country.
How is this list of landmarks ranked?
By how many travelers reviewed each place, filtered to those rated well enough to be worth your time, drawn from 126 tracked places in Nigeria. No one pays to appear on it, and the order is refreshed monthly as new reviews land.
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