4 Days in Lagos Trip: Budgets, Hotels, Food & Attractions

Day 1 | Morning

Lekki Conservation Centre

Opening Hours: Open from 8:30am-5:00pm

Ticket Price: 19 RMB

Recommended Length of Stay: 1.0-2.0 Hours

Location: Km 19 Lekki - Epe Expy, Lekki Penninsula II 106104, Lekki, Nigeria

The reserve covers an area of 78 hectares and is located on the Lekki Peninsula, adjacent to the Lekki Lagoon. It protects the wetlands of the Lekki Peninsula, which consists of swamp and savannah habitats. Close to the reserve, there is a coconut grove lined avenue leading to an elaborate row of car and visitor parks. It has a rich flora and fauna life. Its vast wetlands are reserved for wildlife viewing. Elevated walkways make it possible to see animals such as monkeys, crocodiles, snakes, various birds and more. The wetlands are managed by the Nigerian Foundation for Conservation of Nature. A trail boardwalk was built in 1992 to allow visitors to enjoy the scenery within the nature reserve. Other attractions along the way include wetlands, bird skins, rest stops, and tree houses.

Day 1 | Afternoon

After finishing the tour at Lekki Conservation Centre, you can head to National Museum Lagos, the most worth visiting place around the corner.

National Museum Lagos

Opening Hours: Open on Mon-Sat,9:30am-3:30pm

Recommended Length of Stay: 1-2 Hours

Location: Onikan Rd, Ikoyi 102273, Lagos, Nigeria

Lagos National Museum is located in Lagos, Nigeria and was built in 1957. The museum collects a large number of bronze sculptures, pottery, currency, production tools and other precious cultural relics, and vividly reproduces the life, production, sacrifice, marriage and other activities of various ethnic groups in Nigeria through physical objects and models.

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Day 1 | Evening

After visiting the glorious National Museum Lagos, The Wheatbaker nearby is the best place to stay.

The Wheatbaker

The hotel is located in the residential heart of Ikoyi, Nigeria. It is destined to become Lagos' top lifestyle and entertainment address. It is also situated close to the Lagos business districts of Ikoyi and Victoria Island and is 35 km from Murtala Muhammed International Airport. This air-conditioned establishment welcomes in the lobby and offers a children's playground and a business centre. The air-conditioned guest rooms are en suite and include a direct dial telephone, satellite TV as well as a minibar and tea and coffee making facilities. Guests can enjoy a refreshing dip in the outdoor swimming pool. Fitness enthusiasts can head to the gym for a good workout. Guests can additionally relax in the sauna and steam room or pamper themselves with a massage treatment. The hotel serves a breakfast buffet, while the evening meal can be enjoyed à la carte.

Day 2 | Morning

Lagos Fishing Charters

Location: 12 Ademola Street, Shop 1B, Off Awolowo Road, Ikoyi 101233, Lagos

Lagos Fishing Charters offers visitors a sea fishing experience on Demola Street near Ikoy Apolovo Road, Nigeria.

Day 2 | Afternoon

After finishing the tour at Lagos Fishing Charters, you can head to kalakuta museum, the most worth visiting place around the corner.

kalakuta museum

Recommended Length of Stay: 2.0-3.0 Hours

Location: 7 Gbemisola St, Allen 100281, Ikeja, Nigeria

Reviews from Real Guests:

Supejoskincare: very peaceful place to be with family

Day 2 | Evening

For convenient access to more popular attractions, Apartment Royale Hotel & Suite is the best places.

Apartment Royale Hotel & Suite

Apartment Royale Hotel and Suite is a luxury hotel located in Ikeja, just a 15-minute drive from the Murtala Mohammed Airport, Lagos. WiFi is available. The hotel offers spacious furnished service apartments which are accessible by the floor lift. Each room is fully air conditioned and designed with plush leather couches, an ornate Persian rug and a glass-top table, a flatscreen TV with cable service and a bed with mahogany frames. En suite apartments also have a hot tub/jacuzzi. Apartment Royale Hotel and Suite's onsite restaurant offers local, Italian and international cuisines which guests can enjoy in the dining room. Kitchen facilities are available in all apartments. Guests can order a variety of drinks at the bar. Apartment Royale Hotel and Suite houses a swimming pool, a spa and an equipped gym. The hotel has conferencing facilities suitable for corporate retreats, seminars and other public events. Airport pickup, laundry/dry cleaning and car hire services are available at a fee. The premises are guarded by security personnel and fitted with CCTV surveillance cameras. Onsite parking is available. Apartment Royale Hotel and Suite is 15 minutes from the Ikeja Shopping Mall and a 15-minute drive from both the local and international wings of the Murtala Muhammed International Airport. The hotel is also a walking distance from popular entertainment hubs and banking institutions on Allen Avenue/Opebi Road and Toyin Street in Ikeja.

Day 3 | Morning

Lekki Leisure Lake

Recommended Length of Stay: 2.0-3.0 Hours

Location: Okunde Blue Water Tourism Scheme, Lekki 105102, Nigeria

LekkiLeisureLake is a thrilling water sport in Lagos.

Day 3 | Afternoon

After finishing the tour at Lekki Leisure Lake, you can head to Mindscapes Children's Museum, the most worth visiting place around the corner.

Mindscapes Children's Museum

Opening Hours: Open on Tue-Fri,10:00am-5:30pm;Open on Sat,10:00am-6:00pm

Recommended Length of Stay: 2.0-3.0 Hours

Location: Block 1A Michael Olawale Cole Drive. Off Ladipo Latinwo | Lekki Phase One, Lagos 550104, Nigeria

Situated in Lagos, Nigeria, Africa, Mindscape Childrens Museum is a children's museum where kids can learn and play and have role-playing games to train them. There are helping entertainment facilities outside the museum, and the venue is clean and big, which is a good location for children to have fun.

Day 3 | Evening

After visiting the glorious Mindscapes Children's Museum, The George nearby is the best place to stay.

The George

Offering an outdoor pool, year-round outdoor pool and terrace, The George Hotel is situated in Lagos. Guests can enjoy the on-site restaurant. Free private parking is available on site.Each room at this hotel is air conditioned and is fitted with a flat-screen TV. Certain units feature a seating area to relax in after a busy day. Enjoy a cup of tea while looking out at the garden or city. The rooms are fitted with a private bathroom. Extras include slippers and free toiletries. The George Hotel features free WiFi throughout the property.You will find a 24-hour front desk at the property.The nearest airport is Murtala Muhammed International Airport, 19 km from The George Hotel.

Day 4 | Morning

Red Door Gallery

Recommended Length of Stay: 1.0-2.0 Hours

Location: 51 Bishop Oluwole St, Victoria Island 106104, Lagos, Nigeria

Red Gate Gallery, on the island of Victoria. A unique art gallery in Lagos. The exhibits are rich, mostly based on famous artist paintings. Among them is the exhibition by Akindid Akinley, the gallery is very quiet, the staff of the pavilion is very friendly, the atmosphere in the gallery is great and definitely worth a visit.

Day 4 | Afternoon

Now we come to another great highlight in the city: Eleko Beach.

Eleko Beach

Recommended Length of Stay: 2.0-3.0 Hours

Location: Eleko Beach, Eleko Beach Rd, 105101, Lekki, Nigeria

Reviews from Real Guests:

Supejoskincare: it the place to be with lovely person

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