Flights and Travel Guide to Lagos

If there is a city that is second to Cairo in size but second to none in affordability, it’s got to be Lagos!

It is the former capital of Nigeria that crowned the Nigeria planned city Abuja, with its title ‘the official state capital’ in December 1991. If described in a nut shell, Lagos is sunny, bright, warm African city that is known for its Tropical weather, cool nights, dazzling sunsets and enticing beaches. It is a the most populated Nigerian city that is the administrative, commercial and economic centre of Nigeria. It is where the major International airlines to the country land.

The home and hub of Arik Air is also located in Lagos, Arik is the only Nigeria based airline to offer direct flights to Lagos from London Heathrow airport. Lagos also serves as a connecting point for airlines offering onward flights to Abuja, Port Harcourt and other destinations in Nigeria.

Why tourists flock to Lagos and prefer this city to be the starting point of their journey is by dint if the vast coastline and dynamic celebrations that keep going on in Lagos all the time.

Places to See in Lagos:

Sunday is when all the Lagos breaks out and floods to the beaches. However there are plenty more attractions in this humongous metropolis.

• It’s hard to start without a mention of the beaches, the cheap food from beach shacks, boating, sailing, swimming, sunbathing and a beach barbeque.
• The National Gallery of Lagos is a great place to spend a hot afternoon. Also this is a great way to go in the past of this lovable country.
• Another attraction of interest for the tourists is the National Theatre. It is often called the heart of the city.  The place is not only a platform for promotion of the vibrant culture and inspiring African Art, but also it has sustained and preserved it. It is here that all the entertainments, concerts, past and present of Nigerian performing arts comes together.
• Stop at the Hermitage Gardens Resort located on the un-spoiled Lekki/Ajah Peninsular.
• Halem Seaside Resort is an excellent spot for those hoping for some picturesque views of the city.
• The recreational centre Terrakulture is kind of an institution for language preservation and learning but also holds exhibits of arts and locals made crafts.
• Not to forget, visit the Kuramo Lake that borders the Kuramo Water. Many musical performances are held at the Kuramo waters every now and then that can make your evenings in Lagos, everlasting memories.

Things to Do in Lagos:

Following are the top things to do, while in Lagos, Nigeria.

• This starts with swimming and sun bathing at any of the many Lagos beaches.
• The second this that you can do, where there is a beach, is indulging in all sorts of water sports. Though the waters are not clear for divers or snorkelers to catch some exciting views but its worth the sports and the fun of it, to try.
• Visit the Palm Shopping Mall on a lazy afternoon, what can be better than going through the stuff you would love to have.
• The night life in Lagos is identified by its jam packed local bars that serve cheap beer. Dance clubs and discos are happening and grooving. The night scene has all sorts of attractions from poker to poll dance, but you may need help of the locals to find good places to have your nights out.
• The popular clubs and bars can be found in areas closer to the Lagos Beaches.
• Shopping in Lagos is cheap yet bargaining is unavoidable. Majorly there are few dominating shopping malls that pull the tourist cream, however to see the true side of Nigeria its recommended to pay a visits to one of the open market places and buy yourself, souvenirs, art works, fruits, fresh vegetables, local bread, street food, clothing and small gift items at extremely affordable prices.
• Go boating and fishing at Kuramo Lake.

More Information:

For more information on Getting In Lagos – Lagos International Airport, Airline to/from Lagos Nigeria, Getting Around Lagos – Transport and Infrastructure, Food & Shopping in Lagos, Festivals / National Holidays in Lagos please visit Nigeria Travel Guide.