11 days in Lagos State & Nigeria Itinerary

Venture out of the city with trips to Lekki (The Henna Place, Yemisi Shyllon Museum of Art, Pan-Atlantic University, &more). The adventure continues: look for all kinds of wild species at Lekki Conservation Centre, contemplate the long history of Freedom Park Lagos, hunt for treasures at Lekki Market, and buy something for everyone on your list at Ikeja City Mall.

To see where to stay, more things to do, other places to visit, and other tourist information, refer to the Lagos trip itinerary maker website.

Berlin, Germany to Lagos is an approximately 17.5-hour flight. In October, daily temperatures in Lagos can reach 36°C, while at night they dip to 28°C. Finish your sightseeing early on the 5th (Thu) so you can travel to Benin City.

Kick off your visit on the 6th (Fri): explore the wealth of natural beauty at W National Park.

For where to stay and tourist information, you can read our Benin City day trip planning site.

Traveling by combination of taxi and flight from Lagos to Benin City takes 3.5 hours. Alternatively, you can drive; or take a shuttle. In October in Benin City, expect temperatures between 33°C during the day and 30°C at night. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 6th (Fri) early enough to fly to Abuja.

Abuja is known for shopping, spas, and nature. Your trip includes some of its best attractions: soothe aching muscles at some of the top local wellness centers, browse the different shops at Grand Towers Abuja Mall, browse the exhibits of Retro Africa Gallery, and indulge your thirst for a good beer at Bature Brewery.

To see reviews, where to stay, traveler tips, and tourist information, use the Abuja sightseeing planning site.

You can fly from Benin City to Abuja in 3 hours. Alternatively, you can drive. Plan for slightly colder nights when traveling from Benin City in October since evenings lows in Abuja dip to 26°C. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 11th (Wed) early enough to travel back home.