15 Best Things to do in Abuja and Catch Fun like Never Before

Filed in Articles, Travelling Guide by on January 31, 2024

You might be travelling to Abuja for the first time and you are wondering about Great things to do in Abuja! Yeah, Many consider the city of Abuja to be boring, difficult, and super expensive well it is, but you can check out next section to find out some of the most exciting things to do.

Great Things to do in Abuja

Nigeria’s capital and the seventh-most populated city is Abuja. The Federal Capital Territory is in the country’s heart (FCT).

The Nigerian National Mosque and the Nigerian National Christian Centre are two of the country’s most important religious landmarks.

The Nnamdi Azikiwe International Airport serves the city. We regard Abuja as being one of the wealthiest and one of the few purpose-built capital cities in Africa. Its roads and transit are excellent and very affordable, making it one of the simplest cities to explore.

Beautiful Places to Visit in Abuja

One of the best things to do in Abuja is to visit and explore the city. So, here are the top beautiful places you should visit!

1. Visit the Millennium Park

Great Things to do in Abuja

The Millennium Park, in the Maitama neighbourhood of Abuja, Nigeria’s capital, is the city’s largest public park.

On December 4, 2003, Queen Elizabeth II officially opened Millennium Park. It is close to the city’s administrative buildings and the previous Presidential Palace.

Italian architect Manfredi Nicoletti created and developed the park and the park has swiftly become one of Abuja’s most popular attractions, attracting hundreds of visitors each day.

This place is in the Maitama district of Abuja. It is a nice and suitable place for picnics and outdoor fun and entry is free.

2. You Should Visit the National Monuments 

The Abuja National Mosque is one example of spectacular architecture in Abuja. The mosque is available to the public except during prayer hours and is an explorer’s joy.

The National Christian Centre, with its neo-gothic architecture, is another architectural landmark that will appeal to visitors.

The National Library, the Ministry of Defence (constructed in the shape of a ship), the ECOWAS Secretariat, and many more are among them.

3. Visit the National Children’s Park and Zoo

The National Children’s Park and Zoo are behind the Presidential Villa in Abuja’s Asokoro area.

It’s a short distance from Aso Rock. There are a variety of animals, a vast playground for children to play on, and a lake.

This is in the Asokoro district of Abuja. And the People who admire animals may have an interest in this place.

4. Visit Guara Falls

Gurara Waterfalls is in Gurara, a Local Government Area in Niger State, Nigeria’s north-central region. It is closer to Abuja (FCT).

A Gwari hunter named Buba discovered Gurara Waterfalls in 1745, before being discovered by Europeans in 1925 as a vacation center.

Those living in the communities surrounding it before Europeans adored Gurara Waterfalls discovered it.

This is one of the most stunning waterfalls. It is in Suleja. It is also a perfect place for picnics. You can decide to swim in the little ponds.

5. Go Shopping

If you are interested in shopping, there are many shopping malls in Abuja including the Banex Plaza, Grand Square, and Jabi Lake Mall.

Apart from that Utako Market is the busiest and most popular; it is also a farmers’ market where you can get fresh fruits and vegetables at a cheap price.

Garki Model Market is the least congested because of its well-designed layout and stricter regulation.

There is also the Wuse Market, which is the most popular, and the Garki International Market, which is larger than the Wuse Market and where you can buy garments and confectioneries. You may find freshwater fish and delicious fruits at Kado Fish Market.

6. Visit Sueno

Sueno is a one-stop wellness centre. It combines a spa, gym, lounge, and restaurant to treat, pamper, work on, and enjoy the body to your heart’s content.

The spa offers a variety of services, including hot stone massages, shiatsu massages, facials, and children’s treatments, all of which complement the well-equipped gym.

Delicious international buffets, including Nigerian and continental dishes, are available at the restaurant.

In the heart of Abuja, you may also order from a la carte menu with signature cuisine from Europe and the region.

The restaurant also has private party rooms that may be reserved.

This is at Wuse II. People go to the bar dry on Wednesdays and on Thursdays, they enjoy the live band.

7. Watch a car show

Watch a car show

If you are a car lover, you can watch several car shows an example the Abuja International Motor Fair and Drift League.

Another is La Buena Vida Abuja Car Show. you should watch this one!

Talking about Abuja International Motor Fair, it has always been a vital forum for participants and other stakeholders to get access to and use the vast potential of Nigeria’s thriving automotive industry.

Participants who exhibit at the Abuja International Motor Fair have the potential to:

Increase sales and market share Establish or strengthen a foothold in Africa’s largest vehicle market.

Showcase your products and services to a select group of people.

Networking and receiving feedback on consumer appreciation of their brands, as well as monitoring competitors, are just a few of the many things that may be done.

8. Silverbird Cinema

Silverbird Cinemas is a fast-growing cinema chain to become Africa’s foremost media and entertainment enterprise.

Its branches in Nigeria include; Uyo, Lagos, Port-Harcourt, and also Abuja. The Abuja branch is one of the biggest cinemas in FCT with a very comfortable and lovable serene.

If you love watching the latest movies, accompanied by snacks such as popcorn and drinks, then the Silverbird Cinemas at the Jabi lake Mall is the place to be. It is a fun place to spend time with friends and families.

9. Visit the Mediterranean Hotel

This 4-star hotel is a highly regarded hotel that is very exclusive. The ECOWAS Secretariat and the World Bank are both within 2 miles (3 kilometres) of this hotel.

found in the city’s heart, the hotel is well-known for its outstanding services and tranquil African setting.

This 4-star hotel offers an outdoor pool in Abuja.

The place also has a pleasant restaurant, and the nightclub has the best sound systems. The hotel also does an outdoor barbecue on weekends.

10. Hit the Club

Hit the Club

Do you enjoy clubbing and you are in Abuja right now? You do not have a problem because there are lots of hot clubs in Abuja.

Abuja has top clubs like the Bank at Debra’s Hotel in Wuse II, Aramis, and Cubana. These clubs have delightful music, good meals and lots of ladies loitering. they are cool spots to chill in!

11. See Live Bands

There are many places where live bands perform; one such place is Transcorp Hilton Hotel and Barcelona Hotel.

At the Barcelona Hotel, the Friday night live band show is a hit! If you are coming to Abuja for the first time, Barcelona Hotels is highly recommended.

Likewise, Transcorp Hilton Hotels is a good place where you can hang out and listen to fantastic music!

12. Visit Pedam Lake

Although it does not appear to be well developed for tourism, Pedam Lake is one of the largest in Nigeria’s north.

The lake is enormous, and it sprawls into Nasarawa State behind the Presidential Villa in a peaceful setting. You can reach it via Abuja Park and Zoo or through other lesser-known pathways from Aso Rock’s Udoma Street.

This place is behind the Presidential Villa. This is one place yet to be discovered by most people in Abuja. It is a place for marvellous adventures.

13. Go Bowling

Go Bowling

14. Visit the Hilton Hotel

Hilton Hotel offers a variety of amenities to make your stay in Abuja more enjoyable. In the heart of Nigeria’s capital city, the Hilton Hotel is next to government buildings, business, and diplomatic sectors, for the comfort and convenience of guests. This is one of the largest hotels with 670 rooms in Africa.

The hotel has a gym, tennis, squash, and volleyball court, standard and kiddie’s pool, and a bar for food and drink services.

15. Café Hunting

There are several cafes in Abuja, including; Café de Vie, Café 24, Salamander Café, etc, you can check them out some of them equally serve as lounge/bars and are usually open till late in the night.

You can spend your night to check out these cafés, You can just move from one spot to another and and savour their gastronomic services. A good café to start with is the Bunna Café located at 3rd floor, Silverbird entertainment center, central area, Abuja, Nigeria. When visiting on a Friday, you can even catch a night film at The Cube Cafe.

CSN Team.

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