5 best things to do in Lagos
The essentials of Lagos with the booking notes that actually matter — which tickets sell out, which slots are quietest, which formats reward the advance purchase. Every booking happens with the provider you choose.
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Attractions, tours, day trips and transport passes from major providers — instant mobile tickets.
The Lagos shortlist
- Lekki Conservation Centre canopy walk — Africa’s longest canopy walkway over the wetland reserve.
- Nike Art Gallery — five floors of Nigerian art in Lekki; the owner sometimes holds court.
- Freedom Park & Broad Street history — the colonial prison turned arts centre on Lagos Island.
- Tarkwa Bay beach boat — the sheltered island beach, accessed only by boat from the marina.
- National Museum Lagos — the Benin Bronzes casts and Nok terracottas.
Flying in, Murtala Muhammed International Airport (LOS) serves the city — attraction districts sit 30–60 minutes away at typical city speeds.
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- Klook — Lagos activities — the widest catalogue, instant QR tickets, strong on transport passes and day trips.
- KKday — Lagos experiences — local-led formats and small-group tours.
- Tiqets — museums and landmarks with instant mobile entry.
Frequently asked questions
What is the number one thing to do in Lagos?
Lekki Conservation Centre canopy walk — Africa’s longest canopy walkway over the wetland reserve. Start there, then build the itinerary around it.
Do I need to book Lagos attractions in advance?
The headline attractions reward advance booking — timed-entry systems and quota tickets mean walk-up availability is worst exactly when you want to visit. Everything on this page links to providers showing live availability.
How many days do you need in Lagos?
Three to four days covers the shortlist above at a humane pace for a first visit; add days for the day-trip formats rather than compressing the city itself.
Is a city pass worth it in Lagos?
Run the arithmetic honestly: a pass wins when you would genuinely visit three-plus ticketed attractions in its window. Our provider links show pass options side by side with single tickets — compare before committing.