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Best Museums in Calabar — 2026 Rankings

Looking for the best museums in Calabar? We've ranked the top 25 museums in Calabar, Cross River State, based on Google ratings, customer reviews, photos, profile completeness, and our proprietary ranking algorithm.

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  • Editor's Selection#1 in the city
    1
    Hogis Luxury Suites — photo

    Hogis Luxury Suites

    78.1/ 100
    4.44.4 out of 5 stars409 reviews

    7 Akim Cl, Housing Estate Rd, State, Calabar 540222, Cross River, Nigeria

    Review analysis

    Large rooms with friendly staff but some guests report humiliation by military owner.

    • huge rooms
    • friendly staff
    • military owner
    • humiliation
    • serene environment
    • dark lighting
    Why ranked #1? ▾
    • Google rating86
    • Review volume87
    • Review recency69
    • Profile completeness100
    • Review sentiment56
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    • John A. ★★★★ Just wow, it was amazing, environment screeming with art work. I also love the services, customer care is 👍
    • Ejeh M. ★★★★★ Very serene environment, parking space, entrance and exit well arranged
  • 2
    The Metropolitan Hotel Calabar — photo

    The Metropolitan Hotel Calabar

    73.2/ 100
    4.14.1 out of 5 stars3.3k reviews

    10 Murtala Mohammed Hwy, Ikot Uduak, Calabar 540211, Cross River, Nigeria

    Review analysis

    Spacious, clean rooms with no bedbugs, but old facilities and poor room service.

    • spacious rooms
    • clean bedding
    • old hotel
    • slow room service
    • loud music
    • food poisoning
    Why ranked #2? ▾
    • Google rating77
    • Review volume100
    • Review recency68
    • Profile completeness67
    • Review sentiment44
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    • Prisca W ★★★★ The rooms are spacious and clean. If, like me, you're wary of picking up bedbugs from hotels and this is one of your considerations when choosing where to stay, then the Metropolitan Hotel, Calabar is an excellent option. The bedding was clean and fresh, the mattress seam, bed frame, headboard and furniture, clean and free from bugs. Yes, I took my time to check🙈 The hotel has visible security and constant electricity. The bathrooms are clean and fresh towels are provided, for guests who use them. I highly recommend the Metropolitan❤️
    • Prisca W ★★★★ The rooms are spacious and clean. If, like me, you're wary of picking up bedbugs from hotels and this is one of your considerations when choosing where to stay, then the Metropolitan Hotel, Calabar is
  • 3
    MARINA Beach, Calabar — photo

    MARINA Beach, Calabar

    71.4/ 100
    4.14.1 out of 5 stars489 reviews

    Marina Rd, Duke Town, Calabar 540281, Cross River, Nigeria

    Why ranked #3? ▾
    • Google rating77
    • Review volume90
    • Review recency59
    • Profile completeness67
    • Review sentiment63
    • Verification0

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    • Emery ★★★★ Great spot to hangout and relax with friends and family There may be a need to revive some fun activities and facilities in the resort
    • Bukky B. ★★★★★ The Marina Beach has potential but it's poorly maintained and services are very slow. The staff are lackadaisical. The food is okay though.
  • 4
    Marina Resort — photo

    Marina Resort

    69.8/ 100
    3.93.9 out of 5 stars1.1k reviews

    X89C+6G8, Duke Town, Calabar 540281, Cross River, Nigeria

    Why ranked #4? ▾
    • Google rating69
    • Review volume100
    • Review recency61
    • Profile completeness67
    • Review sentiment50
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    Recent reviews

    • Tausin A. ★★★★ The Marina is supposed a sort of tourist destination which tells the rich history of Calabar and the slave trade, however upon my 2 visits to the location, I was sorely disappointed. They’re lacking in customer service and proper management, in my opinion. In my first encounter, I went in the daytime with friends and most of the facilities weren’t open by noon and the staff weren’t particularly helpful or welcoming. My second time around, I went in the evening and in the middle of my dining experience, a staff member approached me and asked that I stand up from my seat and use another chair as they were packing up those plastic seats.
    • Raphael C. ★★★★ Great and amazing. Off course I visited there a couple of days for a picnic outing
  • 5
    Cross River National Park — photo

    Cross River National Park

    66.9/ 100
    4.04.0 out of 5 stars1.1k reviews

    HPJX+669, Ikom - Abanliko Rd, Basua, Cross River, Nigeria

    Review analysis

    A rainforest park with medicinal plants and a nature trail, offering a digital detox with no network.

    • nature trail
    • medicinal plants
    • no network
    • lodging
    • monkeys
    • rainforest
    Why ranked #5? ▾
    • Google rating73
    • Review volume100
    • Review recency31
    • Profile completeness33
    • Review sentiment78
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    Recent reviews

    • Akwaowo K. ★★★★★ An incredible place and experience. You need to visit to experience it
  • 6
    Calabar Harbour Resort & Spa — photo

    Calabar Harbour Resort & Spa

    66.7/ 100
    4.04.0 out of 5 stars658 reviews

    32, Asari Eso Layout, Ikot Eyo, Calabar 540222, Cross River, Nigeria

    Review analysis

    Old-money aesthetic with top-rated furniture but consistently dim lighting throughout.

    • dim lighting
    • spacious rooms
    • helpful staff
    • good location
    • internet issues
    • ant problem
    Why ranked #6? ▾
    • Google rating73
    • Review volume94
    • Review recency27
    • Profile completeness67
    • Review sentiment62
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    Recent reviews

    • tony J. ★★★★ Its another year where branding services for Jumia Nigeria is on going. Calabar Harbour Resort is a 4 star Hotel with one of the anesthetic that have seen, clean and cool environment for relaxation. Calabar Harbour Resort thumbs-up 👍
    • Abdulmumini R. ★★★★★ Good location, well furnished cosy rooms with modern facilities. Television programmes limited to a few without enough variety as one would expect for such a hotel. The epileptic internet is not strong enough to be of use. The staff are courteous and helpful.
  • 7
    Kwa Falls — photo

    Kwa Falls

    65.2/ 100
    4.04.0 out of 5 stars134 reviews

    Aningeje Town, along Oban Road, Akamkpa LGA, 4GV6+23J, Aningeje 542103, Cross River, Nigeria

    Why ranked #7? ▾
    • Google rating73
    • Review volume71
    • Review recency67
    • Profile completeness67
    • Review sentiment50
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    Recent reviews

    • Moses D. ★★★★★ It was indeed, adventurous. Nature is beautiful. Kwa falls is a nice place to be...
    • Emmanuel U. ★★★★★ Kwa Waterfall’s true appeal is found in its calm, unspoiled atmosphere, where nature feels pure and undisturbed. For the most peaceful experience, an early morning visit or a quiet weekday is highly recommended.
  • 8
    SIP STATION HUB CALABAR MUSEUM — photo

    SIP STATION HUB CALABAR MUSEUM

    64.3/ 100
    3.93.9 out of 5 stars221 reviews

    X88C+V98, Ekpo Eyo Drive, Duke Town, Calabar 540281, Cross River, Nigeria

    Review analysis

    Housed in a prefabricated 1884 colonial building that is itself a historic monument.

    • colonial building
    • knowledgeable guide
    • historical artifacts
    • slave trade relics
    • river view
    • no photography
    Why ranked #8? ▾
    • Google rating69
    • Review volume78
    • Review recency30
    • Profile completeness67
    • Review sentiment88
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    Recent reviews

    • Godwin U. ★★★★★ An outstanding experience from start to finish. The tour guide demonstrated excellent knowledge and hospitality, ensuring we explored the site thoroughly and comfortably. The location also offers a fantastic area for relaxation and refreshments, making it an ideal spot to unwind after the tour.
    • Olabode J. ★★★★★ The National Museum, Calabar is an a place of great historical significance so the nation of Nigeria. The building is the typical colonial building with deep eaves and pristine architecture. It is a place to visit. The building was prefabricated in Britain in the year1884 and assembled in Calabar as the old Colonial Residency
  • 9
    Tinapa Business and Leisure Resort — photo

    Tinapa Business and Leisure Resort

    60.6/ 100
    3.53.5 out of 5 stars599 reviews

    28X8+6FP, Calabar 541112, Cross River, Nigeria

    Why ranked #9? ▾
    • Google rating50
    • Review volume93
    • Review recency59
    • Profile completeness67
    • Review sentiment50
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    Recent reviews

    • Bukky B. ★★★★★ Tinapa has great potential but it's currently not functional and there's evidence of vandalization. It's a beautiful place with lush greenery and different sections of activities. It would be nice if the government can bring it back to life.
    • Tamuno ★★★★★ Although I'd like to visit, but I don't understand why it keeps popping up for a review when I've not visited there before.
  • 10
    World War 1 Cenotaph — photo

    World War 1 Cenotaph

    60.5/ 100
    4.04.0 out of 5 stars199 reviews

    X87F+PXX, Road, Duke Town, Calabar 540281, Cross River, Nigeria

    Why ranked #10? ▾
    • Google rating73
    • Review volume77
    • Review recency46
    • Profile completeness33
    • Review sentiment50
    • Verification0

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    Recent reviews

    • VICTOR 1 ★★★★★ 11 11 is a very nice place were you can stay and enjoy yourself with family and friends. I love the place very much
    • Arikpo J. ★★★★★ Free to the public. Beautiful place, fresh air. And very safe. Love to visit again.
  • 11
    Nigeria Cross River State — photo

    Nigeria Cross River State

    57.5/ 100
    4.24.2 out of 5 stars80 reviews

    284Q+QP5, Old Odukpani Road, Ikot Akasuk, Calabar 540211, Cross River, Nigeria

    Why ranked #11? ▾
    • Google rating80
    • Review volume64
    • Review recency1
    • Profile completeness67
    • Review sentiment50
    • Verification0

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  • 12
    Cultural Centre — photo

    Cultural Centre

    56.3/ 100
    3.83.8 out of 5 stars271 reviews

    Calabar Cultural Centre, Bogoberi, Calabar 540281, Cross River, Nigeria

    Why ranked #12? ▾
    • Google rating65
    • Review volume81
    • Review recency5
    • Profile completeness67
    • Review sentiment50
    • Verification0

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    Recent reviews

    • Isaac F. ★★★★★ Beautiful experience and great view.
    • Perpetual N. ★★★★ I actually didn't go for an event, I just went to try out one of their local dish- the afang soup. I had a wonderful experience. It's quite a lovely place with a nice view and not so noisy environment. I saw vendors, both local and international, trying to advertise their goods. I took a glance at the theatre and also listened to people conversing in the Efik language.
  • 13
    Ndidem of the Quas Palace Grounds — photo

    Ndidem of the Quas Palace Grounds

    53.6/ 100
    4.14.1 out of 5 stars29 reviews

    X89M+5RR, Asim Ikang St, Big Qua Town, Calabar 540281, Cross River, Nigeria

    Why ranked #13? ▾
    • Google rating77
    • Review volume49
    • Review recency7
    • Profile completeness67
    • Review sentiment50
    • Verification0

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    Recent reviews

    • Carmelo A. ★★★★★ History and culture in a Neat building..
  • 14
    Giant hands sculptures — photo

    Giant hands sculptures

    51.3/ 100
    5.05.0 out of 5 stars1 reviews

    X89F+3HF, Naval Base, Calabar 540281, Cross River, Nigeria

    Why ranked #14? ▾
    • Google rating95
    • Review volume10
    • Review recency33
    • Profile completeness33
    • Review sentiment50
    • Verification0

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  • 15
    Mary Slessor Tomb — photo

    Mary Slessor Tomb

    47.9/ 100
    5.05.0 out of 5 stars1 reviews

    X857+44M, Ene Nosh Street, Henshaw Town, Calabar 540281, Cross River, Nigeria

    • liked it
    Why ranked #15? ▾
    • Google rating95
    • Review volume10
    • Review recency6
    • Profile completeness33
    • Review sentiment53
    • Verification0

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  • 16

    Akim Ekpe Hall

    45.0/ 100
    5.05.0 out of 5 stars2 reviews

    X8MR+M68, Akim Cl, Atekong, Calabar 540281, Cross River, Nigeria

    Why ranked #16? ▾
    • Google rating95
    • Review volume16
    • Review recency0
    • Profile completeness0
    • Review sentiment50
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  • 17
    National Archives of Nigeria — photo

    National Archives of Nigeria

    36.8/ 100
    3.33.3 out of 5 stars14 reviews

    Ekorinim Rd, off Murtala Mohammed Highway, Calabar 540211, Cross River, Nigeria

    Why ranked #17? ▾
    • Google rating40
    • Review volume39
    • Review recency4
    • Profile completeness67
    • Review sentiment50
    • Verification0

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    Recent reviews

    • Gedoni G. ★★★★ Their staff are the most cooperative
  • 18
    Wattcentral Art Gallery — photo

    Wattcentral Art Gallery

    35.1/ 100
    3.33.3 out of 5 stars6 reviews

    Spar Calabar Mall, Barracks Roads, Bogoberi, Calabar 234000, Cross River, Nigeria

    Review analysis

    Located in a mall hallway with temporary exhibitions.

    • temporary exhibitions
    • mall location
    • nice artwork
    • self portrait available
    Why ranked #18? ▾
    • Google rating40
    • Review volume28
    • Review recency6
    • Profile completeness67
    • Review sentiment56
    • Verification0

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    • Ilesanmi F. ★★★★ It's a place to be❤️❤️😍😍, what an amazing experience
  • 19

    Perfection Art Gallery

    21.2/ 100
    3.03.0 out of 5 stars1 reviews

    8 Edgerly Rd, Calabar 540281, Cross River, Nigeria

    • lovely seeings
    Why ranked #19? ▾
    • Google rating27
    • Review volume10
    • Review recency2
    • Profile completeness33
    • Review sentiment50
    • Verification0

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  • 20
    Muze Arts Planet — photo

    Muze Arts Planet

    15.6/ 100
    Not yet rated0 reviews

    Ikot Anwatim, Calabar 540211, Cross River, Nigeria

    Why ranked #20? ▾
    • Google rating0
    • Review volume0
    • Review recency30
    • Profile completeness67
    • Review sentiment50
    • Verification0

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  • 21
    Ucheart Gallery — photo

    Ucheart Gallery

    15.6/ 100
    Not yet rated0 reviews

    Prison Officers mess, Opp State Library, Big Qua Town, Calabar 540281, Cross River, Nigeria

    Why ranked #21? ▾
    • Google rating0
    • Review volume0
    • Review recency30
    • Profile completeness67
    • Review sentiment50
    • Verification0

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  • 22

    Old Residency Museum

    13.9/ 100
    Not yet rated0 reviews✓ Verified

    9 Marina Resort Road, Calabar, Cross River State

    Review analysis

    Built in 1884 in Britain and shipped to Calabar in pieces; housed colonial governors of the Niger Coast Protectorate. (Source: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Old_Residency_Museum,_Calabar)

    Why ranked #22? ▾
    • Google rating0
    • Review volume0
    • Review recency30
    • Profile completeness0
    • Review sentiment50
    • Verification100

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  • 23

    Chief Ekpo Bassey's House

    13.9/ 100
    Not yet rated0 reviews✓ Verified

    Chief Ekpo Bassey's House, Cross River, Nigeria

    Review analysis

    Museum in Calaba, Nigeria. (Source: Wikidata)

    Why ranked #23? ▾
    • Google rating0
    • Review volume0
    • Review recency30
    • Profile completeness0
    • Review sentiment50
    • Verification100

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  • 24

    National Museum, Calabar

    13.9/ 100
    Not yet rated0 reviews✓ Verified

    National Museum, Calabar, Cross River, Nigeria

    Review analysis

    Museum in Calabar, Nigeria. (Source: Wikidata)

    Why ranked #24? ▾
    • Google rating0
    • Review volume0
    • Review recency30
    • Profile completeness0
    • Review sentiment50
    • Verification100

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  • 25

    Calabar Old Residency Museum

    13.9/ 100
    Not yet rated0 reviews✓ Verified

    Calabar Old Residency Museum, Cross River, Nigeria

    Review analysis

    Museum in Nigeria. (Source: Wikidata)

    Why ranked #25? ▾
    • Google rating0
    • Review volume0
    • Review recency30
    • Profile completeness0
    • Review sentiment50
    • Verification100

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  • 26

    Slave trade musuem Calabar

    13.9/ 100
    Not yet rated0 reviews✓ Verified

    Slave trade musuem Calabar, Cross River, Nigeria

    Review analysis

    Museum in Nigeria. (Source: Wikidata)

    Why ranked #26? ▾
    • Google rating0
    • Review volume0
    • Review recency30
    • Profile completeness0
    • Review sentiment50
    • Verification100

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  • 27
    SIP STATION HUB — photo

    SIP STATION HUB

    12.2/ 100
    Not yet rated0 reviews

    OLD MUSEUM, Duke Town, Calabar 540281, Cross River, Nigeria

    Why ranked #27? ▾
    • Google rating0
    • Review volume0
    • Review recency30
    • Profile completeness33
    • Review sentiment50
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  • 28

    Slave History Museum

    8.9/ 100
    Not yet rated0 reviews

    Slave History Museum, Calabar, Nigeria

    Why ranked #28? ▾
    • Google rating0
    • Review volume0
    • Review recency30
    • Profile completeness0
    • Review sentiment50
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Frequently asked questions

What is the highest-rated museum in Calabar?

Hogis Luxury Suites is currently ranked #1 with 4.4 stars from 409 Google reviews.

How many museums are in Calabar?

We currently track 25 museums in Calabar, Cross River State.

How are these museums ranked?

Our composite score combines Google rating (40%), review volume (25%), review recency (15%), profile completeness (10%), verification (5%), and paid placement (5%).

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