Ibadan, Nigeria
Federal Republic of Nigeria
One of Nigeria's most visited destinations, offering memorable experiences.
📖 About Ibadan
Ibadan is the capital and most populous city of Oyo State, in Nigeria.
It is one of the largest cities by population in Nigeria with a population of 4.1 million within its metropolitan area.
At 3,080 square kilometres it is the country's largest city by land area. At the time of Nigeria's independence in 1960, Ibadan was the largest and most populous city in the country, and the second-most populous in Africa behind Cairo. Ibadan is ranked one of the fastest-growing cities in sub-Saharan Africa, according to the UN Human Settlements Program (2022). It is also ranked third in West Africa in the tech startups index. Ibadan joined the UNESCO Global Network of Learning Cities in 2016. During the 19th century, Ibadan was the capital of the Ibadan Republic, one of the most powerful states of contemporary Yorubaland.
Trip Settings
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Total Budget
$1,484
$106 per day × 7 days × 2 travelers
Accommodation
$58 per night
Food & Dining
$23 per day
Local Transport
$10 per day
Entertainment
Budget Tips for Ibadan
- Research local customs before traveling
- Compare prices online before booking
- Local food is usually cheaper and more authentic
- Public transportation saves money over taxis
Nigeria Facts
🏛️ Capital
Abuja
🌍 Continent
Africa
📐 Area
923,768 km²
📞 Phone Code
+234
💰 Currency
Nigerian naira
₦ (NGN)
🗺️ Region
Western Africa
🗣️ Languages Spoken:
UNESCO World Heritage Sites
2 sites in Nigeria
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