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Abuja Travel Guide: What to See in Nigeria's Capital in 4 Days

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Short answer: four days gives you the capital’s landmarks plus a day trip to Zuma Rock and Gurara Waterfalls.

Day by day

  1. Arrival: pickup and hotel transfer.
  2. City tour: Millennium Park, museum, arts village, National Mosque and Nike Art Centre.
  3. Minna excursion: about 2.5 hours each way for Gwari culture, Gurara Waterfalls and Zuma Rock.
  4. Final sightseeing: Bwari Pottery Village, Eagle Square and the National Assembly.

Going further

Continue north with the Northern Nigeria tour to Kano and Yankari, or south to Lagos and Badagry.

Frequently asked questions

How many days do I need in Abuja?

Four days covers the city sights and a day trip to Minna for Zuma Rock and Gurara Waterfalls.

What are the main sights in Abuja?

Millennium Park, the National Mosque, Abuja Arts and Crafts Village, Nike Art Centre, Eagle Square, Aso Rock and the Shehu Musa Yar'adua Museum.

Do you offer an Abuja-only tour?

Yes: the 4-day Abuja tour from $975 per person, including hotel, private vehicle, fuel and an English-speaking guide.

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