Things to do in Lagos

Leisure Mall, Adeniran Ogunsanya St, Surulere, Lagos 101283, Lagos, Nigeria

An indoor virtual reality venue in Surulere. It suits families or anyone looking for a weather-proof activity, and the mall location makes it easy to combine with other errands.

Old Prison Ground,1, Hospital Road, C9XW+MJM, adjacent St' Nicholas Hospital, Lagos Island, Lagos 102273, Lagos, Nigeria

Peaceful public park on former prison grounds featuring an open-air stage, ponds & fountains.

Onikan Rd, Ikoyi, Lagos 102273, Lagos, Nigeria

Near the city in Ikoyi, this museum is a classic cultural stop with Nigerian art and historical exhibits. It suits visitors who want a more traditional indoor visit and do not mind a short trip from the centre.

"Allow extra time for the trip to Onikan Road."

C8R2+XF2, waterside, Kirikiri, Lagos 102102, Lagos, Nigeria

Water park

12A Adeleke St, Allen, Ikeja 101233, Lagos, Nigeria

Tourist attraction

"Best paired with a night out in Ikeja rather than a daytime museum run."

FC32+P7Q, Patey St, Lagos Island, Lagos 102273, Lagos, Nigeria

A cemetery on Lagos Island, reached as a short trip from the centre. It suits visitors interested in quieter, offbeat stops, and the setting is best approached respectfully.

13 Babatunde Allen St, Isheri Osun, Lagos 102214, Lagos, Nigeria

An opera house in Isheri Osun, just outside the city core. It suits visitors looking for performing arts, and the location means it is best planned as a separate outing.

Banire St, LGA, Lagos 101241, Lagos, Nigeria

A nature preserve in the city. It suits a simple outdoor break, and it is one of the closer green spaces in this shortlist.

4a Ologun Agbaje St, Victoria Island, Lagos 101241, Lagos, Nigeria

A fitness studio and kids centre in Victoria Island, on a short trip from the centre. It suits active families, and the location is handy for combining with other east-side plans.

THE LEKKI COLISEUM (TLC, Plot 14 The Providence St, off Admiralty Way, Lekki Phase I, Lekki 106104, Lagos, Nigeria

An aquarium in Ogba, north of the centre. It suits families and children, and it is one of the more straightforward indoor options on this list.

F9QH+52Q, Savage St, Ebute Metta, Lagos 101245, Lagos, Nigeria

A historical place in Ebute Metta, within the city. It suits visitors who prefer lesser-known city heritage, and it is close enough for a simple stop on a broader itinerary.

Silverbird Galleria, 133 Ahmadu Bello Wy, Victoria Island, Lagos 101240, Lagos, Nigeria

An amusement centre at Silverbird Galleria on Victoria Island. It suits groups and families, and the mall setting makes it easy to slot into an indoor day.

No 50 Adeniyi Jones Ikeja, Ikeja, Lagos 100212, Lagos, Nigeria

Aquarium

3 Water Corporation Dr, Eti-Osa, Lagos 106104, Lagos, Nigeria

A tourist attraction in Eti-Osa, on a short trip from the centre. It suits visitors looking for a quick novelty stop, and it is best used as part of a wider Victoria Island day.

2 Adeniyi Jegede Cres, Gbagada, Street 105102, Lagos, Nigeria

An off-roading area in Gbagada, within the city. It suits visitors with a specific interest in outdoor driving, and it is not a standard sightseeing stop.

F84V+229, Rabiu Oluwa, Ajegunle, Lagos 102103, Lagos, Nigeria

State park

10, Balogun street ikeja lagos ikeja, Allen, Lagos 100001, Lagos, Nigeria

A shawarma restaurant in Ikeja, open late. It suits an easy food stop after a night out, and the location makes it useful for the Allen area.

Broad St, Lagos Island, Lagos 102273, Lagos, Nigeria

A park on Lagos Island, within the city. It suits a quick central stop, and it is easy to fold into a Lagos Island walk.

Mountain, Apapa, Ikeja 102103, Lagos, Nigeria

A mountain peak in Apapa, on a short trip from the centre. It suits visitors looking for a different kind of city landmark, though it is not a typical sightseeing draw.

2 Alanamu Cl, off Alade Close, off Obafemi Awolowo Way, Allen, Ikeja 100281, Lagos, Nigeria

A spa in Allen, Ikeja, with late opening. It suits a low-key reset in the city, and it is useful when you want an indoor break rather than another outing.

G99R+52C, Yaba, Oworonshoki 101245, Lagos, Nigeria

An amphitheatre in Yaba, within the city. It suits visitors interested in campus landmarks, and it is a simple stop if you are already in the area.

Banire St, LGA, Lagos 101241, Lagos, Nigeria

A nature preserve in the city. It suits a simple outdoor break, and it is one of the closer green spaces in this shortlist.

Plot 303b Abisogun Leigh St, Ogba, Ikeja 101233, Lagos, Nigeria

Near the city in Ogba, this family-friendly aquarium gives you an easy indoor outing. It suits children and anyone looking for a simple wet-weather stop.

"Plan extra time for the trip to Ogba."

Members-only club by the Lagos Lagoon featuring a bar & restaurant with specialty cocktails.

Family restaurant

Amusement center

Family restaurant

Attraction offering amusement rides, an inflatable playground, a soccer pitch & a basketball court.

Playground

Fitness center

Playground

Amusement center

"Allow time to reach Silverbird Galleria."

Amusement park

Playground

Park

In Lekki Phase 1, this video arcade is a family-friendly indoor choice. It suits children and anyone planning a low-stress stop in the area.

"Useful if you are staying on the Lekki side."

Amusement park

Restaurant

Child care agency

Water park

A cultural centre on Lagos Island. It suits visitors who want Yorùbá history and an indoor stop, and it is open late.

Art gallery

A museum in Ikeja. It suits visitors interested in a landmark cultural stop, and it has a strong review count for a city museum.

An art gallery in Victoria Island. It suits visitors who want a small, high-rated gallery stop, and it is easy to fold into a central Lagos day.

A well-known museum on Onikan Road. It suits visitors who want Nigerian art and historical exhibits in one stop, and it is the city’s most established museum on this list.

"A straightforward option for a rainy afternoon."

An indoor playground in Surulere. It suits families and anyone wanting an indoor activity, and it is a practical pick when the weather turns wet.

A museum in Ebute Metta. It suits visitors who want a smaller heritage stop, and it is a useful detour from the island districts.

An art gallery in Mende. It suits visitors who want a small African art stop, and it is a low-key option away from the busiest districts.

82 Younis Bashorun Street, Victoria Island, Lagos 100001, Lagos, Nigeria

In Victoria Island, this is a spa for a quiet break from the rain. It suits anyone after a slower indoor stop, and the address is on Younis Bashorun Street.

"Check ahead if you want a same-day appointment."

Plot 303b Abisogun Leigh St, Ogba, Ikeja 101233, Lagos, Nigeria

Near the city in Ogba, this family-friendly aquarium gives you an easy indoor outing. It suits children and anyone looking for a simple wet-weather stop.

"Plan extra time for the trip to Ogba."

Ozone e-centre, 1-11 Commercial Ave, Yaba, Lagos 101241, Lagos, Nigeria

In Yaba, this movie theatre is an obvious rainy-day fallback. It suits film fans and anyone wanting a straightforward indoor plan, and it opens late.

"Book extra time for traffic around Commercial Avenue."

Surulere, Lagos 101283, Lagos, Nigeria

In Surulere, this video arcade is a practical indoor stop close to the city. It suits families and groups who want something active without going far.

"A good option if you want a short outing in the city."

Silverbird Galleria, 133 Ahmadu Bello Wy, Victoria Island, Lagos 101240, Lagos, Nigeria

Amusement center

"Allow time to reach Silverbird Galleria."

136 Ogunlana Dr, off Masha Roundabout, Surulere, Lagos 101241, Lagos, Nigeria

In Surulere, this arcade is another easy indoor option for a wet afternoon. It suits families and groups, with a location off Masha Roundabout.

"Handy if you are already on the Surulere side of town."

Obafemi Awolowo Wy, Alausa, Ojodu 101233, Lagos, Nigeria

In Ikeja, this shopping mall is a practical place to wait out the rain. It suits shoppers and anyone who wants food, errands, and time under one roof.

"Good for combining a meal with a shopping break."

6a Charles Ifeanyi St, Lekki Phase 1, Lagos 106104, Lagos, Nigeria

In Lekki Phase 1, this video arcade is a family-friendly indoor choice. It suits children and anyone planning a low-stress stop in the area.

"Useful if you are staying on the Lekki side."

17 Federal Rd, Ebute Metta, Lagos 101245, Lagos, Nigeria

In Ebute Metta, this museum gives you a quieter indoor visit within the city. It suits people who want a cultural stop rather than another mall or cinema.

"A short city trip if you prefer museums to shopping."

14 Montgomery Rd, Yaba, Lagos 101245, Lagos, Nigeria

Fine dining restaurant

"Best for a meal rather than a quick stop."

Block 1, otedola jubilee housing estate, house 10a Abba Sagoe Rd, Olowora, Ikeja 100213, Lagos, Nigeria

In Olowora, Ikeja, this massage spa is another late-opening indoor choice. It suits travellers after a longer unwind and anyone heading north of the centre.

"Useful if you want evening flexibility."

1 Bisway St, Maroko, Lekki 106104, Lagos, Nigeria

Large mall with a supermarket, several chain retailers, fast food & a multiscreen movie theater.

"Good if you want shopping and a film in one stop."

51 Ogunnusi Rd, Ogba, Ikeja 101233, Lagos, Nigeria

In Ogba, Ikeja, this family-friendly aquarium is a late-opening indoor option. It suits families and anyone who wants a short outing close to the city.

"A good choice if you are staying around Ogba."

21 Admiralty Wy, Lekki Phase 1, Lagos 106104, Lagos, Nigeria

In Lekki Phase 1, this cafe is a useful place to pause for a drink or a short meeting. It suits people who need an indoor stop without committing to a full outing.

"Useful for a short rest between indoor plans."

Onikan Rd, Ikoyi, Lagos 102273, Lagos, Nigeria

Near the city in Ikoyi, this museum is a classic cultural stop with Nigerian art and historical exhibits. It suits visitors who want a more traditional indoor visit and do not mind a short trip from the centre.

"Allow extra time for the trip to Onikan Road."

No 50 Adeniyi Jones Ikeja, Ikeja, Lagos 100212, Lagos, Nigeria

Aquarium

H988+XWC, 360 Ikorodu Rd, Anthony, Lagos 105102, Lagos, Nigeria

Amusement center

10b Bisola Durosinmi Etti Dr, The Rock Dr, Lekki Phase 1, Lagos 106104, Lagos, Nigeria

In Lekki Phase 1, this movie theatre is a polished indoor backup. It suits filmgoers and anyone spending the day on the Lekki side.

"Handy if you are already near The Rock Drive."