Places worth the detour in Lagos
28 places worth going out of your way for lie within 30 km of Lagos, Nigeria, across 6 kinds of detour; castles, monuments & landmarks are the largest group (11). Best known: Lagos Lagoon. 27 of them rank as little-known. Click any card to open it on the map.
All 28, ranked 28
Ranked by how many Wikipedia editions cover them.
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3.Nigerian National Museum, Lagos
Museums & culture · 20th century · Hidden gem
National museum in Nigeria
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4.Cathedral Church of Christ, Lagos
Sacred sites · 20th century · Hidden gem
A church building in Nigeria
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6.Cathedral of the Holy Cross, Lagos
Sacred sites · 20th century · Hidden gem
Cathedral in Lagos, Nigeria
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14.Tafawa Balewa Square
Built landmarks · 20th century · Hidden gem
Ceremonial ground in Lagos, Nigeria
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15.Ilojo Bar
Built landmarks · 19th century · Hidden gem
National monument of Nigeria in Lagos Island
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17.Queen Amina Statue
Built landmarks · 20th century · Hidden gem
The equestrian statue of Queen Amina is a remarkable monument located in Kaduna, Nigeria, dedicated to one of Africa's legendary female leaders, Queen Amina of…
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18.Lekki Conservation Centre
Parks & cemeteries · 20th century · Hidden gem
Biodiversity conservation centre in Lagos, Nigeria
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27.Welcome to Lagos
Built landmarks · 20th century · Hidden gem
Statue of three Lagos white-cap chiefs in Lagos, Nigeria.
