About Kaduna
Kaduna is one of Nigeria's major cities, home to around 1,850,000 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 Kaduna
1
Lugard Footbridge
2
Arewa House
3
National Commission for Museums and Monuments, Kaduna
4
Kajuru Castle
5
Splash Park
6
Makarfi Plaza
7
Lugard Hall
8
Ahmadu Bello Stadium
Budget travel
Free things to do in Kaduna
Lugard Footbridge
National Commission for Museums and Monuments, Kaduna
Splash Park
Makarfi Plaza
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 Lugard Footbridge
- Visit Arewa House
- Visit National Commission for Museums and Monuments, Kaduna
- Eat at Byblos Restaurant, Abakwa
- 2
Day 2
Culture & neighborhoods
- Visit Kajuru Castle
- Visit Splash Park
- Visit Makarfi Plaza
- Eat at The Courtyard Restaurant
- 3
Day 3
Markets, parks & hidden corners
- Visit Lugard Hall
- Visit Ahmadu Bello Stadium
- Eat at Gwandu Restaurant
Where to eat
Byblos Restaurant, Abakwa
The Courtyard Restaurant
Gwandu Restaurant
Where to stay
- Quarter House Hotel
- Hotel Seventeen Limited
- Assa Pyramid Hotel
- Fifth Chukker Polo and Country Club
Shopping
- Bakin Dogo Market
- Sabon-Gari Modern Market
Nightlife
- Command Guest House
Museums & culture
- National Commission for Museums and Monuments, Kaduna
- Kajuru Castle
In pictures
Kaduna gallery
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