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• Cotonou Cotonou, Benin’s coastal capital, pairs Atlantic beaches and lively markets with Vodun heritage, contemporary art, seafood and West African city life.
• Porto-Novo Porto-Novo, Benin’s lagoon-side capital, unveils Afro-Brazilian architecture, royal history, museums, markets and enduring Yoruba-Gun culture.
• Ouidah Ouidah, Benin reveals profound slave-trade history, Vodun traditions, coastal landmarks and cultural experiences along the Gulf of Guinea.
• Lokossa Lokossa, Benin, offers an authentic glimpse of Mono-region life, local markets, Beninese cuisine and easy access to the coast and southern heritage sites.

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Every region of Benin, with guides to the cities, landmarks and local highlights inside each one.

• Donga Explore Donga in northern Benin for Djougou’s markets, Bassila’s forests, Atakora foothills and living Bariba, Yom and Lokpa traditions.
• Mono Explore Mono in southern Benin for Atlantic beaches, Lake Ahémé wetlands, river landscapes, fishing communities and living Aja cultural traditions.
• Zou Explore Zou in Benin for Abomey’s royal palaces, Fon heritage, market towns, crafts, cuisine and journeys through southern-central landscapes.
• Littoral Discover Littoral Benin through Cotonou’s Atlantic beaches, markets, contemporary culture, waterways, food and coastal history.
• Collines Explore Collines in central Benin for granite hills, sacred landscapes, Mahi heritage, yam culture and rural journeys between Dassa-Zoumè, Savalou and Savè.
• Borgou Explore Borgou in northern Benin for Parakou’s markets, Nikki’s royal heritage, savanna landscapes, local cuisine and Bariba cultural traditions.

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• Pendjari National Park Pendjari National Park in Benin combines West African savannah, safari wildlife, the Pendjari River and Atakora landscapes with responsible guided visits.
• Comoe National Park Comoé National Park is in Côte d’Ivoire, not Benin; discover its savannah, forests and wildlife, or explore Benin’s Pendjari and W parks instead.
• Ganvie Village Ganvie Village, Benin: explore Lake Nokoué by pirogue, meet Tofinu communities, see stilt homes and discover a remarkable water-based heritage.
• Ouidah Beach Explore Ouidah Beach: A serene haven of golden sands and historical depth, offering a perfect blend of relaxation, culture, and history in Benin.

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  Tourist attraction ★ 4.4 (5,288 reviews)

  Johnson Jakande Tinubu (JJT) Park

  Urban green escape where Lagos finds balance between city life and natural tranquility.

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  Tourist attraction ★ 4.0 (5,586 reviews)

  Dantokpa Market

  Cotonou's vast Dantokpa Market buzzes with cross-border traders hawking fabrics, spices, and gadgets in a labyrinth of haggling and West African commerce.

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  Amusement park ★ 4.9 (2,380 reviews)

  Delta Game Park

  Cotonou's electrifying amusement park fuses roller coasters, safari animal safaris, and tropical vibes for unforgettable family thrills in Benin's coastal playground.

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  Tourist attraction ★ 3.8 (1,774 reviews)

  Ogba Zoo, Benin City.

  Ogba Zoo thrusts Benin City visitors into Africa's raw wildlife realm, where lions prowl, giraffes tower, and monkeys chatter amid lush Edo greenery for indelible nature immersion.

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