9 days in Cotonou Itinerary

Benin's largest city and its seat of government, bustling Cotonou also has one of the largest ports in West Africa.

Explore the numerous day-trip ideas around Cotonou: Ouidah (Ouidah Museum of History, Temple des Pythons, &more), Porto-Novo (Jardin des Plantes et de la Nature, Jardin Place Jean Bayol, &more) and Lac Nokoue (in Ganvie). And it doesn't end there: take a leisurely stroll along Bab's Dock, pause for some photo ops at Etoile Rouge, pause for some serene contemplation at Saint Michel church, and make a trip to Palais des Congres.

For more things to do, photos, maps, and other tourist information, use the Cotonou day trip planner.

If you are flying in from United States, the closest major aiport is Cadjehoun Airport. November in Cotonou sees daily highs of 88°F and lows of 77°F at night.