Place De La Republique: The Heart of Abidjan

Getting There

• Car

  If you are traveling by car, start from the center of Grand-Bassam. Head northwest on Avenue de la Paix. Continue straight for about 5 kilometers until you reach the intersection with Route Nationale 1. Turn left onto Route Nationale 1 and drive for approximately 20 kilometers. Follow the signs for Abidjan, and as you approach the city, keep an eye out for the Plateau district. Once in Plateau, look for Place De La Republique, which is located at approximately latitude 5.3167634 and longitude -4.0195745. There are usually parking options available around the square, but be prepared to pay a small fee for parking.

• Public Transportation

  To reach Place De La Republique using public transportation, start by locating the closest bus station in Grand-Bassam. Board a bus heading towards Abidjan. The fare is usually around 500 CFA francs. The journey may take approximately 30 to 45 minutes, depending on traffic. Once you arrive in Abidjan, you can either take a taxi or walk to Plateau. If you choose to walk, follow the signs towards Place De La Republique. Make sure to have some cash on hand for taxi fare if you decide to take one, which could range from 1,000 to 2,000 CFA francs depending on your starting point in Abidjan.

• Taxi

  If you prefer a more direct route, you can hire a taxi from Grand-Bassam to Place De La Republique. This option is more convenient but will cost more, generally between 10,000 to 15,000 CFA francs depending on traffic and time of day. Make sure to negotiate the fare before starting your trip. The journey will take about 30 minutes, and the driver should be familiar with the location of Place De La Republique in the Plateau district of Abidjan.