Five Places To Go in Lagos Where You'll Spend Less

No doubt about it, Lagos is beautiful. Most people believe erroneously that Lagos is very expensive. Yes, things can get a little pricey , but you can still have fun without having to spend over 5,000NGN. With 2,000NGN, you can actually have a great experience in the city. What can you do in Lagos without spending so much and still blend in with those who do? We have listed five things you can do in Lagos without having to break bank.

A Visit To Marina (CMS)

One location in Lagos that is stunning and mesmerizing is Marina (CMS). You can take a trip to Marina with the BRT buses that would help you escape the terrible traffic in Lagos. You can come with your friends, kids, or partner here to take in the beauty of the place. The water meets the mainland here, and you can see the island as well as some of the tallest buildings in the city across the shore.

The Ikeja Shopping Mall Experience

The Ikeja Shopping Mall is strategically located in Ikeja, the capital of Lagos. It is not just the building that attracts people here, but the aesthetics visitors experience with the galleries and malls. A group of attractive places such as the famous Shoprite Supermarket, the 5-screen Silverbird Cinemas, Rhapsody, Barcelós, Mr Price, Apple, restaurants, and beauty shops/salons are all in one place.

The New Afrika Shrine

The New Afrika Shrine was once the shrine of the legendary Fela Kuti. This place that was once burnt down by the government, and was rebuilt to suit modern music and relaxation. On Thursday nights, there’s a lot of excitement and dancing, and you won’t spend much if you find yourself here. There is lots of palm wine and popcorn as well.

The Silverbird Galleria

Any part of the country where there’s a Silverbird Galleria is a vibrant place. You don’t need to have a lot to seat here and watch the best movies in the world. From 500 NGN to 1,500 NGN, you can actually watch movies here. You are going to love the environment, and the gallery is luxuriously designed to make you feel at home.

The National Arts Theatre

The beautiful building of the National Arts Theatre is situated in Iganmu – a home to Nigerian entertainment and culture preservation.  The serene environment is spacious, and it is the perfect place to be during weekends and holidays.

As you can see, you don’t have to have all the money in the world to have a great time in Lagos. There are other affordable places you can go to have a great time on a limited budget.