About
Lagos is the largest city in Nigeria and the economic hub of the country, sitting in Lagos State on the Atlantic coast of West Africa. Its reputation as the commercial centre of the region shapes much of what a visitor will notice first: a city in constant motion, with business, trade and daily life running at a fast pace. The city is also known by the name Eko.
What a visit feels like
Lagos is best approached as a city to be experienced rather than ticked off. Its bustling markets are at the heart of everyday life, and walking through them offers a direct look at how people buy, sell and gather. The city's nightlife is another part of its character, and many visitors come for the energy of evenings out as much as for the working-day rhythm.
Plan around it
- Markets: the best way to see the city's commercial life up close.
- Nightlife: a lively side of the city that many travellers seek out after dark.
- Business and trade: a natural fit for visitors whose trip is connected to commerce in West Africa.
Because Lagos is large and busy, it rewards a trip planned with some care about where to stay and how to get around. Those who enjoy a city of contrasts, where commerce and culture run side by side, will find a great deal to take in.
