What to do in Abidjan

Activities, attractions and tours

Beautiful skyline of Abidjan Plateau
View of the harbor of the port city od Abidjan at dusk, Côte d'Ivoire (Ivory Coast), West Africa
Pont de Cocody (Cocody Bridge), Abidjan, Côte d'Ivoire (Ivory Coast), West Africa
The modern skyline of the plateau district of Abidjan with St. Paul Cathedral in the foreground Abidjan, Côte d'ivoire (Ivory Coast), West Africa
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Abidjan Attractions

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Activities and Tours

Abidjan is crammed with must-see places to visit and things to do. We can help you decide where to stay, and make it a breeze to explore the surrounding areas with our guides on where to go, what to see and when to see it. No matter how long your stay, it’s easy to find places of interest in Abidjan to make sure that you enjoy your experience to the fullest and don’t miss a thing. Leave the local knowledge to us and leave the hassle behind.

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Abidjan Attractions

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Recommended things to do in Abidjan

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What to do in Abidjan

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Sports Palace

Catch an event at Sports Palace during your trip to Abidjan. While you're in the area, wander around the forests.

Sports Palace
Only five star hotel in Abidjan, a real landmark: Ivoire Hotel. The biggest swimming pool is Western Africa.

Hôtel Ivoire

Explore the great outdoors at Hôtel Ivoire, a lovely green space in Abidjan.

Hôtel Ivoire

Ivory Coast National Police Academy

Enjoy the collegiate vibe when you visit Ivory Coast National Police Academy, during your travels in Abidjan. While you're in the area, wander around the forests.

Ivory Coast National Police Academy

Grand Marché de Treichville

You can search for that perfect souvenir at Grand Marché de Treichville during your stay in Abidjan. While you're in the area, wander around the forests.

Grand Marché de Treichville

Marché de Cocody

You can find the perfect gifts to bring home at Marché de Cocody during your trip to Abidjan. While you're in the area, wander around the forests.

Marché de Cocody

Stade Felix Houphouet-Boigny

Catch an event at Stade Felix Houphouet-Boigny during your trip to Abidjan. While you're in the area, wander around the forests.

Stade Felix Houphouet-Boigny

Abidjan Zoo

Why not meet the animals who live at Abidjan Zoo during your vacation in Abidjan? While you're in the area, wander around the forests.

Abidjan Zoo

Cultural Palace

Enjoy an outing to Cultural Palace during your stay in Abidjan. While you're in the area, wander around the forests.

Cultural Palace

Banco National Park

Explore the great outdoors at Banco National Park, a lovely green space in Abidjan. While you're in the area, wander around the forests.

Banco National Park

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The modern skyline of the plateau district of Abidjan with St. Paul Cathedral in the foreground Abidjan, Côte d'ivoire

Cocody

Travelers like the restaurants in Cocody, and Marché de Cocody is a top attraction you might want to visit.

Cocody
Abidjan at sunset featuring the iconic F Tower under construction from Alassane Ouattara Bridge. 2025.

Marcory

4/5(1 area review)

You'll enjoy the restaurants and sporting events in Marcory. You might want to make time for a stop at Robert Champroux Stadium or Abidjan Karting.

Marcory
The view of Abidjan, the largest city in Cote d'Ivoire (Ivory Coast). Plateau, the downtown area with the multi-purpose stadium

Le Plateau

4/5(2 area reviews)

You'll enjoy the restaurants and museums in Le Plateau. You might want to make time for a stop at Stade Felix Houphouet-Boigny or La Pyramide.

Le Plateau
View of the Treichville district skyline of the capital city of Abidjan, Côte d'Ivoire

Yopougon

3/5(1 area review)

If you're spending some time in Yopougon, Banco National Park and Ebrie Lagoon are top sights worth seeing.

Yopougon
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Angré

While Angré isn't home to many top sights, Abidjan Zoo and Marché de Cocody are some notable places to visit nearby.

Angré
Abidjan, Ivory Coast city and bridge panorama

Treichville

If you're spending some time in Treichville, Grand Marché de Treichville and Sports Palace are top sights worth seeing.

Treichville

 

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Frequently asked questions

Is Abidjan worth visiting?
Providing a mix of culture and nightlife, there are plenty of things to do in Abidjan. While you're here, check out Abidjan Zoo, a major attraction in the area.
How do I spend a day in Abidjan?
Begin your day with a visit to Abidjan Zoo and Doraville. Then, explore different parts of Abidjan for local restaurants and some retail therapy.
What is the top tourist attraction in Abidjan?
Don't go home without visiting Abidjan Zoo, ranked the top tourist attraction in Abidjan.
Is three days enough to stay in Abidjan?
Three days in Abidjan is enough to enjoy the city's main attractions. Many travellers spend four days on average. Abidjan Zoo, Musée National and Grand Marché de Treichville are among the top-rated sights. Want to discover more? Stick around a bit longer to check off nearby hotspots such as Cocody.
Is Abidjan a walkable city?
It all comes down to what you plan to do and see in Abidjan. Several key sights, like Abidjan Zoo and Musée National, are accessible on foot. If you're up for a wander through some of Abidjan's best neighbourhoods, Le Plateau is 5 kilometres away from downtown, while Deux Plateaux is 2 kilometres away from the centre and also within walking distance.
What are some activities to do in Abidjan with kids?
Planning what to do in Abidjan with kids has never been so simple. Whether you have teenagers or little ones, there's no shortage of family-friendly attractions to keep them busy here.

What to do in Abidjan for adults?
Whether you're a culture enthusiast, food lover or outdoor adventurer, there's no shortage of things to do in Abidjan for adults including La Pyramide and Central Mosque.
Are there free things to do in Abidjan?
One of the easiest ways to find free things to do in Abidjan is to ask a local tour guide. You'll get insider views on exciting neighbourhoods, parks and other hotspots you can visit without taking your wallet out. Grand Marché de Treichville is one place that doesn't charge an entrance fee.

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