3 Best Cities in West Africa

Brightsun Travel has access to amazing West Africa flights deals that could see you exploring ‘Little Manhattan’ in the Ivory Coast, wandering the up and coming neighbourhoods of Accra in Ghana, and lazing on the beach in Lagos, Nigeria. Here we take you through of our 3 favourite cities in West Africa, to help you start planning your next trip to this diverse part of the world.

Abidjan, Cote d’Ivoire

Abidjan is the economic capital and largest city in the Ivory Coast, or Cote d’Ivoire, in the stunning region of West Africa. This is a city full of glimmering sky scrapers and a fast-developing urban landscape that has earned the city the nickname ‘Little Manhattan’. All across Abidjan you will find bustling markets, energetic neighbourhoods and a vibrant arts scene. A highlight is the Marche de Cocody market, and the central Galerie Cecile Fakhoury, which showcases the very best of local art works. And a day trip from the city, are incredible beachside resorts, rainforest reserves and National Parks. At Grand Bassam, just a 45 minute drive from the city, you will find a fabulous beachside destination with World Heritage status, offering tropical lagoons and sandy beaches.

Accra, Ghana

Accra, the capital of Ghana, is a busy coastal city, providing access to the country’s beautiful coastline, rainforests and UNESCO World Heritage sites. But stay a while in the city and you will enjoy massive markets, trendy inner-city neighbourhoods littered with cool new galleries, plus lively urban beaches. Start at the Makola Market and shop for African fabrics, or visit the Accra City Mall for international designer stores and emerging local brands. Then head to the Stanbic Heights district, an up and coming neighbourhood in Accra, and experience the creative side of the city. Here you can visit the Artists Alliance gallery and stop for lunch at a trendy new restaurant. End your city tour at the lively Labadi beach and join in the fun.

Lagos, Nigeria

Lagos is a booming city, with one of the strongest economies in Africa, with a mix of beaches and lagoons, forts and castles, as well as a vibrant nightlife. Victoria Island is where you will find the city’s exclusive beach resorts and world class boutiques. Alternatively, head to the old town and you will find religious buildings and historical landmarks dating back to the 16th century. Then onto Lagos’s exploding arts and music scene. In Lagos you can visit museums devoted to the history of music in the city, catch a live performance in one of the city’s many bars and clubs, and roam art galleries that showcase the best of West Africa’s indigenous art. Perhaps you’d like to laze on Eleko Beach, a 60 kilometre stretch of sandy coastline, just a stone’s throw from the centre of the city?

Flights

Brightsun Travel can organise a range of West Africa flights from UK, including direct flights to Accra and Lagos from London with British Airways, taking you into the heart of the region in under 7 hours.