Looking for the best museums in Lagos, Lagos State? Whether you're a history buff, art lover, or just seeking a cultural outing, Lagos offers a variety of museums and heritage sites. Our list of the top 25 museums is ranked using Google ratings, review volume, recency, profile completeness, verification, and paid placement. The top spot goes to New Afrika Shrine with a 4.4-star rating from 3,895 reviews, while Freedom Park Lagos and Lekki Conservation Centre also rank highly. Explore our curated list to find your next cultural destination.
David H.★★★★★ — Very rustic, rooted vibes... if you need air-conditioning dont go... its a "let your hair down" place.. leave your problems at home...
Ụmásoyé★★★★★ — If you love Fela kr Afrobeats you'd love to be here. It's a simple place laced with do much history. There are vendors for foods, drinks or Fela's Merch.
Iso P.★★★★★ — An amazing outdoor experience in the heart of Lagos. Blend of history, culture, relaxation and awesome food.
Nice safe outdoor sport for famiky relaxation in Lagos Island.
I certainly recomend
Sadiq O.★★★★★ — Freedom Park is located in the serene neighbourhood of Cambell Street, Lagos Island. A beautifully designed recreation area adjacent to the Lionbuilding Police Station is available for individual or family picnics and other relaxing activities. Side attractions include skating, live music performance bands, snooker, an in-house DJ, table tennis, bars, restaurants, and a library. I love the taste of the Asun goat meat with freshly made tigernut from one of the food vendor. I Certainly want to pay a visit again.
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Castynept E★★★★★ — A serene environment when you get to the park inside. The bridge walk was amazing and good exercise for the body. I love the view from the bridge tower
Saleem★★★★★ — Not a bad experience. I couldn't use the canopy walk because we were with a baby and it's not allowed..
PS- Gate fee is 3k for Adults
1k5 for kids
Canopy walk is 5k
Joseph S.★★★★★ — ShopRite, one of the Best malls I have ever stepped into, amazing customer service, amazing restaurants, amazing security, diverse payment platforms, Gaming areas (VR, Hoops, Simulations, all you need for a relaxing 2 hours game time), a cinema with amazing popcorn, many disposable bins, many staffs for the best experience.
If you want comfort and all the options above to spend your leisure day or day off go to ShopRite, you'll definitely find all you need in a mall and have a prime time at it
Prisca C.★★★★★ — The activities are fun. My kids had a wonderful time but the place has poor management. It seemed they weren't prepared for the anticipated crowd.
We couldn't get most of what we paid for. Examples are
1. The parking space: I paid 5k for a standard parking but on getting there we were told the place was filled up and we had to look for where to park. A Lot of customers had same fate.
2. Locker: I paid but didn't get a locker. I was informed they had run out of space.
3. Food and drinks: This was the height of it. It was like a war zone. They were obviously understaffed and couldn't manage the crowd. We had to seriously struggle to get the chicken and chips (we had to make do with only chicken as they had run out on suya and lamb periperi that we initially ordered for on the app)
We left without getting the burgers and drinks we paid for after we were told to go to another section for it. This meant another struggle and we were already tired after over 1 hour of food struggle.
I was happy we engaged in some water activities before looking for food if not this experience would have spoilt the whole trip for us.
My recommendation to Mr Giwa
- Close the portal once daily maximum number of visitors is attained
- Get experienced individuals to supervise each section, you cannot be running from one side to the other. You need people with experience especially at the peak periods.
- Plan on refunds for services you fail to provide.
Thank you.
Temidayo I.★★★★★ — I had a great day today at Giwa garden. Giwa garden is the best in Nigeria. Ngl, I felt so much like baby. I’m definitely coming back. Yall need to be here. Come and experience lots of fun
Sarzi M.★★★★★ — It’s a nice space that houses a couple of things you might find interesting. They have a restaurant, a book store, a mini art gallery, a space for stage plays. Came here to see a stage play and before it started I tried the restaurant. I didn’t have a proper meal as I wasn’t hungry. Had their ram suya and a mocktail, and to be honest It was just okay. The drinks can be better. The ambience of the restaurant had a rustic feel to it and i think it’s was pretty cool. Enjoyed the play and would not mind coming back for another experience.
Jessica A.★★★★★ — Chill spot view and breeze was great right before sun down
Neha P.★★★★★ — Excellent museum requires tour, 7000 pp, a bit overpriced but it hopefully maintains the Museum. Previous home of the Nigerian social rights and anti corruption activist and musician named Fela Kuti and his family. There is plenty of art and family photos. There are also rooms to stay if you want to book like a hotel.
Kings-deco★★★★★ — Big and wide hall with perfect height and cool air conditioner
Parking Garage well serve
Toilet is well clean
Well prepared area for food vendors
I only happen to do crystal installation here bur I found it nice
I give kudos to the management 🔥🔥❤️❤️❤️❤️
Onyekaonwu A.★★★★★ — Badagry is so calm and quiet ehn 😅
After staying in Festac, that kind of silence almost scared me.
But I won’t lie… the natural environment, fresh air and untouched food items? 10/10.
Sometimes quiet places carry the real treasures.
Chisom A.★★★★★ — It was a great experience to stand among the relics and heritage sites, witnessing the tangible reminders of a painful past that our ancestors endured. Seeing these historical artifacts firsthand filled me with a profound sense of gratitude.
Tony F.★★★★★ — Fantastic place for all kinds of intimate gatherings. Indoor, outdoor, zoo, very very green, cool and many picturesque places to enjoy good ambiance and take lovely pictures. Decent Parking space too.
FSL★★★★★ — Gurara Falls is such a beautiful space to visit and truly commune with nature. It’s one of those places that reminds you just how much this country has to offer, if only our leaders fully tapped into the incredible tourism potential sitting right in front of us. The waterfalls are undeniably stunning.
Located about two hours outside Abuja, my girls and I made a day-trip picnic out of it. Pro tip: set out very early so you can beat the traffic. Once you arrive, guides are available to assist you. Ours were amazing, they carried our picnic items to and from our chosen spot. One stayed behind with our things while the other two led our party of five on one of the best hikes I’ve done in a while.
We hiked up the waterfall back to the parking lot then returned to our picnic site. It’s not an easy hike, so come prepared (a bottle of water is essential), but the views and the experience are absolutely worth it. Afterward, we had the most relaxing time by the water, eating, kiki-ing, and even napping. Because we went before the rainy season when the water levels were lower, some of us were able to swim.
By 5pm, we were on our way back to Abuja and everyone was home by 8pm, perfect timing for a wholesome day trip.
A few practical notes: the gate fee is ₦2,000 per person. You’re expected to tip your guides, and considering how hospitable, attentive, and kind they are, please be generous within your means. There are also drinks sold on-site if you’d like to support the local economy, which is always encouraged.
All in all, Gurara Falls is a refreshing, grounding escape and a reminder of Nigeria’s untapped natural beauty.
Akpesiri O.★★★★★ — Great place to visit, but seems to get really busy on saturday.
Eliya E.★★★★★ — I had a great time here but the room with the balloons needs more balloons but it’s a fresh experience. Different from the normal in Lagos
Seun A.★★★★★ — The gallery was closed. Visited on 7/1/26 at 12.30pm. No warning on here that it’s closed. The phone number on the gate is of no use as couldn’t connect.
Kevin★★★★★ — Very special experience, to learn about slavery from an african perspective. Standing on the point of no return, knowing what happend here for centuries is thrilling.
Adewunmi M.★★★★★ — The Badagry Slave Museum is a deeply moving historical site that offers a powerful insight into the transatlantic slave trade in Nigeria. Walking through the museum, you are taken back in time as you learn about the brutal realities of slavery, the lives that were torn apart, and the resilience of those who endured it. The exhibits, artifacts, and stories shared help preserve an important part of history and ensure that it is never forgotten.
The site serves not just as a museum, but as a place of reflection and education, reminding visitors of the sacrifices, pain, and strength of our ancestors. Visiting the Badagry Slave Museum was an eye-opening and humbling experience that deepened my understanding of Nigeria’s history and the global impact of the slave trade. It is an important place for learning, remembrance, and honoring the past.
Oluebube J.★★★★★ — The atmosphere is calm and conductive to focused study and research.
The museum space is very informative about Nigeria’s History and there is a play ground for kids.
Based on our ranking methodology, the highest-rated museum in Lagos is New Afrika Shrine with a 4.4-star rating from 3,895 reviews. However, Giwa Gardens has a slightly higher rating of 4.5 stars but with fewer reviews (1,166).
Which museum in Lagos has the most reviews?▾
Lekki Conservation Centre has the most reviews among the top museums in Lagos, with 14,429 reviews and a 4.3-star rating. Freedom Park Lagos follows with 5,759 reviews and a 4.2-star rating.
Are there any free or low-cost museums in Lagos?▾
Our data does not include pricing for most museums, but Chronyi Motors Limited is listed with a price level of 2 (moderate). For specific pricing, we recommend checking the individual museum's profile on Ranked.
What is the best museum for families in Lagos?▾
Lekki Conservation Centre, with a 4.3-star rating and over 14,000 reviews, is a popular choice for families due to its nature trails and canopy walkway. Freedom Park Lagos also offers a family-friendly environment with historical exhibits and events.
How are the museums ranked on this list?▾
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