About Cotonou
Cotonou is one of Benin's major cities, home to around 679,012 people.
Best time
The dry season for the most comfortable travel
Weather
Largely warm year-round with distinct wet and dry seasons
Experiences
Things to do in Cotonou
1
Cotonou Cathedral
2
Fondation Zinzou
3
Grande Mosquée de Zongo
4
Place de la Bulgarie
5
Place des Martyrs
6
Place de l'Amazone
7
Monument Bio Guera
8
Etoile Rouge
Budget travel
Free things to do in Cotonou
Cotonou Cathedral
Monument Bio Guera
Mostly free or pay-what-you-like — always double-check opening times and any seasonal fees before you go.
Plan your trip
Suggested itinerary
- 1
Day 1
Icons & landmarks
- Visit Cotonou Cathedral
- Visit Fondation Zinzou
- Visit Grande Mosquée de Zongo
- Eat at Boucherie Zitawi
- 2
Day 2
Culture & neighborhoods
- Visit Place de la Bulgarie
- Visit Place des Martyrs
- Visit Place de l'Amazone
- Eat at Chez Maman Bénin
- 3
Day 3
Markets, parks & hidden corners
- Visit Monument Bio Guera
- Visit Etoile Rouge
- Visit Institut Français
- Eat at Fifadji Pork Maquis
Where to eat
Boucherie Zitawi
Chez Maman Bénin
Fifadji Pork Maquis
La Galette à Sucre
Ci'gusta
L'Aubergeade
La Cabane du Pêcheur
Mandarine
Where to stay
- Akwa Guesthouse Cotonou
- Centre Paul six Hostel
- La Maison de CanelYa
- Hôtel Tahiti benin
- Hotel du Lac
Shopping
- Grand Marché de Dantokpa
- Centre Artisanal
Nightlife
- Café Fondation Zinsou
- Djunta
- Drink City
- La Maison Blanche
- Le Livingstone
- Le Parking
Museums & culture
- Cotonou Cathedral
- Monument Bio Guera
In pictures
Cotonou gallery
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