Free things to do · Ibadan
Free things to do in Ibadan
No-spend weekends in Ibadan — free museums, parks, markets and walks that don't cost a dollar.
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Top spots in Ibadan
Agodi Gardens
FamilyAgodi
150-acre park with water slides, picnic lawns and a small zoo.
University of Ibadan Zoological Garden
FamilyUI Campus
Shady gardens, lions and chimps inside Nigeria's oldest university.
Bower's Tower
OutdoorsOke-Are
Hilltop colonial-era tower — 47 steps to the best panorama over the city.
Cocoa House
CultureDugbe
26-storey 1965 tower funded by cocoa royalties — first skyscraper in tropical Africa.
Bodija Market
CultureBodija
Sprawling market for yam, palm oil, native garri and amala flour.
Mapo Hall
CultureMapo Hill
Greek-revival colonial hall on a hilltop, with Yoruba chieftaincy history.
Frequently asked
- Standouts right now: Cocoa House, Agodi Gardens, Bower's Tower. The shortlist is curated by people who live in Ibadan and refreshed regularly so it reflects what's actually open and worth your time.
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