Lagos Travel Guide
Nigeria
Lagos is a major Nigerian city on the Atlantic coast, with a population of 15,945,912. It is spread across the mainland and coastal areas, including the Lekki and Lagos Island districts.
Most international visitors arrive through Murtala Muhammed International Airport (LOS). Beaches close to the city include Maiyegun Beach Estate, 10.9 kilometres away, Bar Beach and Kuramo Beach, both 12.9 kilometres away, plus Landmark Leisure Beach, Tarkwa Bay Beach, Takwa Bay beach and Elegushi Beach.
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Weather in Lagos
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Know before you go
Pays in NGN
Plug type Type D & Type G (UK adapter needed)
Emergency 112
Dial code +234
Tipping: Tipping is not deeply ingrained in Nigerian culture, but it's becoming more common, especially in tourist areas and for good service.
Best time to visit Lagos
Jan
32°7Feb
32°9Mar
32°15Apr
32°18May
31°21Jun
29°27Jul
28°21Aug
28°21Sep
28°24Oct
29°26Nov
31°18Dec
32°10Average daily maximums with rainy days per month, from the last three years of weather history.
Beaches near Lagos
Maiyegun Beach Estate
10.9 km away
Kuramo Beach
12.9 km away
Bar Beach, Lagos
12.9 km away
Victoria Beach
13.1 km away
Landmark Leisure Beach
13.5 km away
Tarkwa Bay Beach
13.8 km away
Takwa Bay beach
13.8 km away
Elegushi Beach
16.4 km away
Things to do in Lagos
Lagos National Stadium
stadium arena
3.4 km
Jaekel House
history museum
3.9 km
Foursquare Gospel Church
christian place of worship
2.5 km
St Augustine Akoka Lagos
roman catholic place of worship
0.9 km
Ozone Cinemas
movie theater
2.1 km
Christlead Apostolic Church
christian place of worship
2.7 km
The Fortress International Church
christian place of worship
3 km
St Anthony Catholic Church
roman catholic place of worship
3.1 km
Getting there
Murtala Muhammed International Airport · 8.7 km
Frequently asked Questions
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