Top 20 Popular Tourist Attractions in Nigeria

11. Ngwo Pine Forest

If you are a a lover of picnic, this place is just for you.The Ngwo Pine Forest a pine forest near the center of Enugu. Here visitors are provided with a relaxing shade to enjoy the refreshing breaths of air and wide stretches of beautiful greenery.

12. New Afrika Shrine

Ever heard of Fela Kuti? Well this place is all centered around him. The New Afrika Shrine is an open air entertainment centre located in Ikeja, Lagos State. The New Afrika Shrine is the replacement of the old Afrika Shrine built by Fela Kuti in 1970 until it was burnt down in 1977.

The New Afrika Shrine showcases photos and statues of the legendary Fela and music performances from top Nigerian artists. On July 3rd, 2018, French President Emmanuel Macron visited the New Afrika Shrine and pre-launched the Season of African Cultures 2020 in France.

13. Millennium Park

Located in Abuja, The Millennium Park was inaugurated by Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II of the United Kingdom on 4 December 2003. The Millennium Park is the largest in Abuja. Its vast greenery and Italian architectural design is a sight to behold.

14. Oshun-Osogbo Sacred Grove

Located in the city of Osogbo, Osun State,this is the only tourist destination in Nigeria that has sacred shrines, sanctuaries, sculptures and art works that are created in the honour of the goddess of fertility, Osun.

15. Ogbunike Caves

Ogbunike Caves is located in Ogbunike, Anambra State. This place is an idea tourists destination. There are 317 steps that need to be used to descend down to the caves.

16. Nana Living History Museum

The magnificent national monument of the Nana Living History Museum is situated in Koko in Warri, a museum that was built by a powerful 19th century business man, Chief Nana Olomu Ebrohimi.

17. The Ancient Nok Settlement

From Jaba, Kaduna state, the antiquities from the Ancient Nok Settlement are seen in galleries and museums across the world. This little archaeologists’ masterpiece is a place you need to see in your lifetime. It was here that the Terracotta figurine was discovered in the world.

18. Port Harcourt Tourist Beach

If you are looking for a destination where you can unwind your self from the bustling life of a city; Port Harcourt Tourist Beach is where you should be.

19. Tinapa Resorts

The charm of Calabar mingled with the taste of its modern facilities makes Tinapa Resort a magnificent place to visit.  From a  a mini amphitheater, to a casino to movie studio where most Nollywood movies are shot, Tinapa Resort is a place that will mesmerize you.

20. Abuja Arts and Crafts Village

Abuja Arts and Crafts Village is located at the Central Business District in Abuja , behind the Silverbird Cinema. There are lots of artefacts and handicrafts here for visitors to see and even buy.