National Museum Lagos · Lagos, Nigeria · Trailwind

LandmarkNational Museum LagosLagos, NigeriaNigeria's foremost museum houses archaeological and ethnographic collections spanning the country's history, including Nok terracottas, Benin bronzes,…

Set in: Lagos, Nigeria

Know before you go

The museum craft village next door sells authentic Nigerian art and souvenirs at fair prices.

Photography inside the galleries may require a separate permit or fee — ask at the entrance.

Pair the visit with nearby Freedom Park and the Onikan area for a full day on Lagos Island.

Pairs well with

Tarkwa Bay Beach, 3 mi away

Nike Art Gallery, 5 mi away

Lekki Conservation Centre, 11 mi away

Frequently asked questionsWhere is National Museum Lagos?National Museum Lagos is in Lagos, Nigeria.What is National Museum Lagos known for?Nigeria's foremost museum houses archaeological and ethnographic collections spanning the country's history, including Nok terracottas, Benin bronzes, and the recovered regalia of assassinated head of state Murtala Mohammed.Keep exploring

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