Parakou Travel Guide
Benin
Parakou is an inland city in northern Benin with a population of 163,753. It is well away from the country’s coast, so it is better suited to an inland city visit than a beach-based stay.
Travellers arriving by air can use Parakou Airport (PKO). There are no notable named beaches within 40 kilometres of the city, so coastal excursions require travelling farther afield.
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Weather in Parakou
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Know before you go
Pays in XOF
Plug type Type C & Type E (UK adapter needed)
Emergency 112
Dial code +229
Tipping: Tipping is not as common in Benin as it is in some other countries, but it is becoming more appreciated, especially for good service. While not obligatory, a small tip can go a long way.
Best time to visit Parakou
Jan
34°0Feb
36°0Mar
37°3Apr
36°8May
34°13Jun
32°14Jul
30°26Aug
29°25Sep
30°21Oct
32°11Nov
34°1Dec
34°0Average daily maximums with rainy days per month, from the last three years of weather history.
Things to do in Parakou
Musée En Plein Air De Parakou
history museum
2.3 km
Stade Municipal de Parakou
stadium arena
0 km
Centre Chrétien Vie Glorieuse
christian place of worship
3.6 km
Paroisse Universitaire Saint Augustin de Parakou
roman catholic place of worship
0 km
Eglise du Christ de Parakou/ Church of Christ
religious organization
0.7 km
Centre de Guy Riobe
christian place of worship
1.8 km
EEAD Temple ELIEL Albarika
protestant place of worship
2.6 km
Cabinet de Voyance Makou
psychic advising
0 km
Getting there
Parakou Airport · 0 km
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