Top 10 Cultural Tours in Abidjan, Lagunes Region

June 5, 2021 Marlin Saiz

Abidjan (French pronunciation: ​[abidʒɑ̃]) is the economic capital of Côte d'Ivoire and is one of the most populous French-speaking cities in Africa. According to the 2014 Côte d'Ivoire census, Abidjan's population was 4.7 million, which is 20 percent of the overall population of the country, and this also makes it the fourth most populous city proper in Africa, after Lagos, Cairo and Kinshasa. Considered the cultural crossroads of Africa, Abidjan is characterised by a high level of industrialisation and urbanisation.
Restaurants in Abidjan

1. Alternative City Tour

Novotel Abidjan, 10 Avenue Du General De Gaulle, Abidjan, Côte d'Ivoire Association Train & Travel
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The plateau is the business district of Abidjan, nicknamed the "Ivorian Manhattan". But although it is the administrative and financial center of the country, it also has incredible but often overlooked tourist assets. Our volunteer guide takes you to meet the merchants and artisans of the neighborhood, to discover it in another facet!

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Reviewed By gchair2020

We really enjoyed our tour of Bini Lagoon and Kofakoi village! The lagoon was absolutely beautiful, the delicious lunch was amazing and the tour of the village was educational and grounding. My coworkers had an amazing experience and highly recommend this ecotour!

2. Yamoussoukro - Largest Cathedral in the World (Francais or English)

Place De La Republique, Abidjan, Côte d'Ivoire Josiane Miezan
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You choose the day and time: Abidjan to Yamoussoukro (en FRANCAIS ou ANGLAIS). We leave Abidjan at 700 and drive 2.5 hours to Yamoussoukro where we will take a guided tour of the basilica, a modern marvel. We will check out the Foundation for Peace and see the outside of beloved Ivoirian President Felix Houphouet-Boigny's presidential palace and its iconic crocodile moat. Yamoussoukro has been the political capital of Cote d'Ivoire since 1983, and we'll learn why! We will eat lunch then head back to Abidjan around 1400 to arrive at approximately 1700. Sunday tour times are different. The cost includes car, driver*, and tour guide. The tip for the guide at the Basilica is not included and will be about 10,000-20,000 CFA. We can add the option to go to delicious restaurant; the cost of lunch is not included which will be about 20,000 CFA per person. If you have your own car, the price for the tour and guide is just 100 euros. Contactez-moi pour une visite de Yamoussoukro en francais!

Inclusions: Air-conditioned vehicle

Exclusions: We will have lunch at a traditional Ivoirian restaurant!

Reviewed By AstonMC

We had a lovely tour with Josiane: You really get so much more from a city tour when you visit with a local! We saw all the main sites and some interesting places that we may have missed if we were on our own.

3. Abidjan Walking Tour (French and English) - contact me via TripAdvisor!

Place De La Republique, Abidjan, Côte d'Ivoire Josiane Miezan
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We start at Place de la Republique every Saturday at 9am! We are the only weekly walking tour of Abidjan. Discover the history & hidden treasures of this beautiful city. Reserve a private tour anytime, any day for networking or teambuilding! Cruise passengers - reserve with us for a private tour and transportation to and from port for a special price!

Inclusions: Guide & Great Information!

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Reviewed By LukeYakro

Josiane was very organized and a good communicator. We learned a lot about Cote d'Ivoire and saw the treasures of the political capital Yamoussoukro. LukeYakro is the English speaking guide at the basilica and he is soooo knowledgeable. There were so many cool. Views and secrets.

4. The Banco National Park and Bingerville tour in Abidjan

Place De La Republique, Abidjan, Côte d'Ivoire UAB „Funtopfun.com“
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Abidjan is a unique city in Africa. Tourists like this city of distinctive architecture, interesting and quite safe. Take a stroll along The Banco Forest Park with your local charismatic guide. Did you know that this park is dominated by tropical trees specially hardwood? African civet, duiker, bushbuck, genet, monkeys, etc. walk freely in the park. Do you know that chimpanzees live there too? How many species of rare plants and animals are there? You will visit Bingerville which is a suburb of Abidjan. You will feel the uniqueness of this location. Take a stroll through the huge Botanical Garden. Do you know how many rare species of plants, insects, reptiles, and small mammals are here? Visit the Colonial Governors office at Bingerville. Do you know why it's so special? What is his story and what are his secrets? This is an exclusive tour with a professional guide.

Inclusions: Licensed Tour Guide

Exclusions: 10 USD to enter the Parks and fees, Taxi 25-100 USD

5. Abidjan Walks Food Tour-Visite Gastronomique - contact us to set up time!

Place De La Republique, Abidjan, Côte d'Ivoire Josiane Miezan

Abidjan Walks Food Tour-Visite Gastronomique d'Abidjan is an English OR French-language walking and boat tour. Meeting place is Place de la Republique Saturdays at 12pm or best time. Please message, email or call me if you are interested. We can do the tour any other day! Walk, taste, and learn about the culture, history, and role of food and drink in our beautiful country. We discuss the transformation of cacao, the staples of our diet, the challenges of a being a fertile country, and much more! After an hour in lower Plateau, we board a public boat to take us across the lagoon to an iconic restaurant. Food in Plateau and boat fee are included, but food at final restaurant (lunch, drink or snack) is not/not. We all return together via boat to Plateau. Boating to the last restaurant and coming back with us is optional. Food tastings in Plateau and boat fees are included. Cruise passengers - reserve with us for a private tour and transportation to and from port for a special price!

Inclusions: Tastings during the Plateau portion & the boat across the lagoon are included in the price.

Exclusions: Our last stop is a restarant with a great view of Plateau where guests can choose if they would like to eat, snack or have a drink.

Reviewed By AstonMC

We had a lovely tour with Josiane: You really get so much more from a city tour when you visit with a local! We saw all the main sites and some interesting places that we may have missed if we were on our own.

6. Visit Cocoa & Rubber Plantation-Traditional Ivoirian Village with Local Lunch!

Josiane Miezan

Cote d'Ivoire is a top exporter of Cocoa, cashews, coffee and rubber. Come see a plantation in action, and learn how these products are harvested and exported. Come see the wonderful experiences in Domaine Bini Forest. The fun includes local music, dancing, lunch, mud baths, tunnel tour and mingling with local tribes!

Inclusions: Local cuisine with artisan palm wine, coconut milk, bissap juice, and ginger juice. Lunch will have fresh chicken, fish, deep fried plantains, rice, and other local dishes and drinks, Include zip-line experience through the woods and mud baths (please bring your own bathing suit and towels), Private transportation

Exclusions: Bathing Suits and Towels

Reviewed By AstonMC

We had a lovely tour with Josiane: You really get so much more from a city tour when you visit with a local! We saw all the main sites and some interesting places that we may have missed if we were on our own.

7. Flavour of Côte d'Ivoire

Félix Houphouët Boigny International Airport, 07 BP 30 Abidjan 07, Abidjan, Côte d'Ivoire Berakha Tours & Travel

We have been working in the UK tours industry for more than 15 years and we are originally from Ivory Coast. We know know the country, its culture and its people. We also know what makes the country a beautiful destination.

Inclusions: Breakfast, Lunch, Lunch, Breakfast, Lunch, Breakfast, Air-conditioned vehicle, All Meals are included

Exclusions: Gratuities, Private transportation, International flights

8. Bini Forest | Bini Hippo | Bini Lagune ((2 nights)

Domaine Bini Voyage

You will enjoy meeting the Yacouba villagers, a relaxing day by the lagoon and discovering the Bandama hippos.

Inclusions: Dinner, Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner, Dinner, Lunch, Breakfast, Lunch

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Reviewed By haotianz2021

Had a three-day trip with Bini Voyage visiting Abidjan, Grand Bassam and Yamoussoukro, wonderful experience! Guides are super nice, patient, knowledgeable and professional. The choice in Côte d'Ivoire!

9. 8-Day Cultural and Historical Ivory Coast Tour

Abidjan, Côte d'Ivoire Continent Tours

Start and end in Abidjan! With the in-depth cultural tour Cultural & Historical Tour of Ivory Coast, 8 Days, you have a 8 day tour package taking you through Abidjan, Ivory Coast and 4 other destinations in Ivory Coast. Cultural & Historical Tour of Ivory Coast, 8 Days includes accommodation in a hotel as well as an expert guide, meals, transport and more.

Inclusions: Breakfast, Dinner, Breakfast, Dinner, Dinner, Breakfast, Dinner, Breakfast, Dinner, Breakfast, Breakfast, Dinner, Breakfast, Meeting and assistance upon arrival and departure, Roundtrip airport/hotel transfers , 7 nights Hotel accommodation in the indicated properties , Transportation in private vehicle , Experienced English-speaking Tour Guide , Admission to listed sites, Meals indicated (Breakfast daily), Assistance with visa application

Exclusions: International Flight , Cost of Visa , Meals not listed , Travel Insurance (can be quoted), Immunization, Gratuity to driver and guide

10. The best of Abidjan city walking tour

Place De La Republique, Abidjan, Côte d'Ivoire UAB „Funtopfun.com“

Abidjan is the largest city in Côte d'Ivoire. Did you know that it is one of the largest cities in Africa? Tourists like this city of distinctive architecture, interesting and quite safe. Together with your local charismatic guide you will see the most beautiful parts of the city. Visit the largest mosque in Côte d'Ivoire. Do you know what area it is? Mosques built in The North Sudanese style. What makes this style so special? You will visit St Paul's Cathedral, which was consecrated by John Paul II himself. It is one of the most beautiful and largest temples in the world. Do you know this is the second largest church in Africa? You will see its impressive architecture and stunning stained glass windows. You will also visit Ivory Coast's 'Museum of Civilization'. You will see 'La Pyramid'. It is one of the most famous buildings in Abidjan. Do you know why this building became dangerous? Why turn it into a tourist attraction? This is an exclusive tour with a professional guide.

Inclusions: Local Guide

Exclusions: Entrance fees - 10 USD

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