Tourism Abidjan

Abidjan is the economic capital of Côte d'Ivoire. Located on the Ebrié lagoon and the Atlantic Ocean, near Grand-Bassam and 2h30 from the political capital Yamoussoukro, the pearl of the lagoons (Abidjan), is one of the most famous cities in Africa. 

Its atmosphere and joie de vivre will contaminate you. Abidjan is also the impressive architecture of its district the plateau with its skyscrapers that illuminate its lagoon facing the sumptuous hotel, the Sofitel Hotel Ivoire. It is an artistic and cultural city that houses several art galleries, craft markets and a museum. 

At nightfall the city transports you in an electric atmosphere and there begins the celebration everywhere in the maquis, bars and nightclubs.

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Our best unique hotels in Abidjan

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Hotels (173)Residences (65)Guest House (31)Lodges (9)Resorts (7)

Top attractions and sights in Abidjan

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Sigths & Landmarks (56)Art Galleries (48)Nightlife (36)Sports (36)Workshops (19)Parks & Gardens (17)Games & Entertainment (14)Museums (10)

Top restaurants in Abidjan

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African (91)Europeen (87)Vegetarian (74)Libanese (39)Italian (25)Restaurants (813)Fast-food (64)The & Coffee (61)Lounges (58)Bars & Pubs (43)

Tours & Things to do in Abidjan

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Sightseeing Tours (15)Adventure & Wildlife (8)Guided Tours (8)Art & Culture (6)Food & Drink Tours (5)Sports & Adventures (3)

Neighborhoods in Abidjan

Explore different neighborhoods and find the one that suits your style
Cocody
558 places
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Hotels (85)Restaurants (383)Attractions (90)
Marcory
395 places
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Hotels (41)Restaurants (283)Attractions (71)
Plateau
258 places
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Hotels (47)Restaurants (175)Attractions (36)
Yopougon
87 places
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Hotels (16)Restaurants (58)Attractions (13)
Riviera
34 places
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Hotels (19)Restaurants (14)Attractions (1)
Treichville
33 places
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Hotels (3)Restaurants (23)Attractions (7)

Travel budget in Abidjan

Indicative price ranges to help plan your stay
Budget
Accommodation / nightup to 31,890 XOF
Mealsup to 6,000 XOF
Standard
Accommodation / night31,890 - 81,229 XOF
Meals6,000 - 18,000 XOF
Premium
Accommodation / nightfrom 81,229 XOF
Mealsfrom 18,000 XOF

Traveler reviews about Abidjan

3.8/5 · 148 reviews

Plan your trip — Ivory Coast

The essentials to know before you go.
Best season
Nov → Feb
Currency
XOF
Visa
e-visa
Yellow fever
required
Airport
ABJ · Abidjan

Indicative information — check official sources before departure. · More about Ivory Coast

Frequently asked questions

Recommended accommodations in Abidjan include:

  • AzailaĂŻ Hotel Abidjan
  • Sofitel Hotel Ivoire
  • Hotel Ibis Abidjan Plateau
  • La Case D'ivoire
  • Palm club hotel

Recommended restaurants in Abidjan include:

  • Bushman cafĂ©
  • Hollywood boulevard
  • Couleur cafĂ©
  • Les Cloches D'argent
  • Le Bar Des Sports

The most popular sites in Abidjan include:

  • Parc ArchĂ©ologique D'ahouakro
  • Galerie CĂ©cile Fakhoury
  • Le Basquiat Art Gallery
  • Galerie Akwab'arts
  • Galerie Le Dompry

Recommended activities in Abidjan include:

  • Visite touristique Ă  la dĂ©couverte des cultures du terroir
  • Wonderful wonders of nature in ivory coast
  • Rando banco
  • Abidjan street and by night
  • Visite d'architecture

What People Are Asking About Abidjan

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