5 days in Benin Itinerary

Your day by day itinerary now includes Jammin as well as Code Bar. Kick off your visit on the 12th (Mon): take in the architecture and atmosphere at Saint Michel church, contemplate in the serene atmosphere at Grande Mosquee de Zongo, pause for some serene contemplation at Cotonou Cathedral, then get outside with Fidjrosse Beach, and finally join in the after-dark buzz at Code Bar. On the 13th (Tue), you'll have a packed day of sightseeing: appreciate the history behind Etoile Rouge, make a trip to Fondation Zinsou, then view the masterpieces at Artisanal Center, then enjoy the sand and surf at Obama Beach, and finally join in the after-dark buzz at Jammin.

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Lagos, Nigeria to Cotonou is an approximately 2-hour car ride. You can also take a bus. In December, plan for daily highs up to 38°C, and evening lows to 28°C. You'll have a few hours on the 14th (Wed) to wrap things up before traveling to Ouidah.

Kick off your visit on the 14th (Wed): contemplate the long history of La Porte Du Non Retour. Here are some ideas for day two: take a peaceful walk through Foret Sacree de Kpasse, examine the collection at Ouidah Museum of History, and then make a trip to Temple des Pythons.

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Traveling by car from Cotonou to Ouidah takes an hour. Alternatively, you can drive. Expect a daytime high around 38°C in December, and nighttime lows around 28°C. You'll have a few hours on the 16th (Fri) to wrap things up before traveling home.