8 Beautiful Places to Visit in Nigeria (With Photos)

From mountain resorts to waterfalls and warm springs, Nigeria is full of places most people have never visited. Here are eight to see at least once.

🇳🇬 Why explore Nigeria

Nigeria has mountains, waterfalls, warm springs, wildlife and centuries of history — often a few hours’ drive away. Here are eight beautiful places worth putting on your list, with tips for each visit.

1. Olumo Rock, Abeokuta (Ogun)

Fountain at the foot of Olumo Rock · Photo: Wikimedia Commons

A huge granite rock that once sheltered the Egba people during wars. Climb to the top for a view across the whole city, and visit the shrines and old hiding caves on the way up.

2. Zuma Rock (Niger State)

Zuma Rock rising above the trees · Photo: Wikimedia Commons

The giant rock beside the Abuja–Kaduna road, famous for the “face” many people see on its side. It appeared on the old ₦100 note.

3. Obudu Mountain Resort (Cross River)

Cable car at Obudu Mountain Resort · Photo: Wikimedia Commons

Cool mountain air, a famous cable car, a canopy walkway and rolling green hills — it feels like a different country.

4. Erin-Ijesha Waterfalls (Osun)

Also called Olumirin, the waterfall has several levels you can climb. Go with good shoes and swim in the pools at the bottom.

5. Yankari Game Reserve (Bauchi)

Wikki Warm Spring in Yankari · Photo: Wikimedia Commons

Elephants, baboons and antelopes — and the clear, warm Wikki Spring where visitors swim all year.

6. Idanre Hills (Ondo)

Climb hundreds of steps to an old town on top of the hills, with stunning views and ancient buildings. A UNESCO tentative-list site.

7. Lekki Conservation Centre (Lagos)

Canopy walkway at Lekki Conservation Centre · Photo: Wikimedia Commons

A nature park in the middle of Lagos with one of Africa’s longest canopy walkways, monkeys and peaceful trails.

8. Osun-Osogbo Sacred Grove (Osun)

A UNESCO World Heritage forest along the Osun River, full of shrines, sculptures and the August Osun festival.

📍 More places for your list

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Kano city walls & Dye pits

Old Kano’s Kofar Mata dye pits have been used for centuries.

History

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Tarkwa Bay & Badagry (Lagos)

Beaches by boat, plus the slave-trade museums and Point of No Return in Badagry.

BeachHistory

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Cross River National Park

Rainforest home to rare primates, including the Cross River gorilla.

Nature

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National Museum & Ogbunike Caves

Art in Lagos and Benin, and the sacred caves of Ogbunike in Anambra.

Culture

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Travel smart

Travel by day, check road and security news before you leave, carry cash for small gate fees, and ask locals for a registered guide.

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Join the conversation

Which of these places have you visited? · What beautiful place in your state should more people know about?

Frequently asked questions

What is the most beautiful place in Nigeria?

Many people choose Obudu Mountain Resort for its cool weather and views, but Erin-Ijesha Waterfalls, Yankari and Idanre Hills are also favourites.

Which places in Nigeria are UNESCO World Heritage Sites?

Nigeria has two: the Osun-Osogbo Sacred Grove and the Sukur Cultural Landscape in Adamawa State.

Where can I see wild animals in Nigeria?

Yankari Game Reserve in Bauchi is the best known. Cross River National Park and Gashaka-Gumti National Park also protect wildlife.

Written by the askJBoss team from public information and our own research; last updated October 2026. Prices, dates and rules change — always confirm with the official source. Spotted something that has changed? Tell us in the comments.