Why visit Lagos? plus short stays options? Nest on our list is the spectacular Ikeja City Mall; owned and developed by Broll Property Services, the mall was built in December 2011. The shopping centre comprises of 100 stores with a desirable mix of retailers trading renowned quality brands. You will not only be spoilt for choice of shops and the best meals, there are fun centres for kids to play in as well as a cinema for you to enjoy some quality movie viewing. Ready to have the night of your life?! Then put your party shoes on, because quilox is switching the temperature up. It’s the place to be on a Friday night in Lagos. The club, popular among celebrities and socialites, is described by many as addictive. Whether it’s a party for 4 or 400, at Quilox, you are sure to have a fun time with the booming bass and all the debonair party lovers in Lagos.
Lagos, Nigeria is the largest city in Africa, yet tourism there seems to be only a minor (albeit burgeoning) sidebar in a hospitality industry geared more toward business. This means you’ll find ample fine accommodations, but will need to do a bit of research, and preferably get the advice of locals, to find the best things to do in Lagos to fit your desires. The city’s internationally acclaimed arts scene is thriving, with many galleries and cultural centers to peruse, and live music and dance performances take place with great frequency all over Lagos. This means visitors who enjoy music and the arts will find Lagos an incredible source of entertainment and inspiration, day and night.
Just outside of the flashy wealth of Lagos Island you’ll find the severely economically challenged community of Makoko, which is by some definitions the largest floating slum in the world. Definitely the most eye-opening thing to do in Lagos, you’ll witness a hugely marginalized but remarkably resilient community that subsists off the ocean and its own will power. A visit to the Makoko floating village requires some preparation to be sure you’re interacting with the community in a way that is respectful and not voyeuristic. To that end, it’s best to go with a local tour guide, though admittedly that can be a challenge to arrange. I went on a tour with the incredible Nigerian travel group Naija Nomads, who arranged for a boat tour through the village guided by the son of the head of the Makoko community. Note they arrange tours on a custom basis, so you can book a tour through them and see not only Makoko but a few of the other places on this list of things to do in Lagos too! Click here to check out their tours. Find additional details on Short Let serviced apartments.
Watch Hollywood and Nollywood movies at the different cinemas in the Lagos. There’s Ozone Cinemas in Yaba, Silverbird Galleria in Victoria Island, and Filmhouse in Surulere. The malls also have cinemas in them. There is no better place to sit back and watch the latest box office movies in Lagos than these cinema houses. The Atlantic Ocean overlooks this ideal destination for fun seeking people with little money. There are horses to ride, spaces for a romantic getaway and a free Atlantic Ocean to swim around for the adventurous type. Located in a tropical rain-forest in the outskirts of Lagos, there are lots of places for picnic, kids’ playground and open grasslands for animals like bushbucks, mongooses, hogs and lots more. The lush vegetation and boulevard of coconut trees makes it perfect for a romantic stroll. 5 top attractions in Lagos with short stays choices?
