Travel advice: some regions are off-limits. Check your government’s advice for the exact areas before you book.
Nigeria’s energy is unmatched. Lagos has galleries, beach clubs and the best jollof debates on the continent; Osogbo’s Sacred Grove is a UNESCO site; northern Durbar festivals are spectacular. Several regions are off-limits under most advisories, so plan carefully.
Did you know? Nigeria’s film industry, Nollywood, is one of the largest in the world by number of films made.
Travel advice: Parts of the country are off-limits under most government travel advice. Check your government’s advice before booking.
Known for
- Lagos art, food and nightlife
- Osun-Osogbo Sacred Grove
- Durbar festivals
- Obudu plateau
Did you know?
Nigeria’s film industry, Nollywood, is one of the largest in the world by number of films made.
Before you go
- Visas: rules depend on your passport and change often. Check Nigeria’s official immigration website and see our visa guide.
- Health: see a travel clinic about vaccines and malaria. Read our health guide.
- Safety: read your government’s current travel advice for Nigeria.
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Frequently asked questions
What is the capital of Nigeria?
Abuja.
What currency does Nigeria use?
Nigerian naira.
What languages are spoken in Nigeria?
English; Hausa, Yoruba and Igbo widely spoken.
When is the best time to visit Nigeria?
Nov to Feb.
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