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Official Edo State Tourism Agency

Edo State – Cradle of Black Civilization

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Oba's Palace Complex
Cultural Heritage
₦2,000
Oba's Palace Complex
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The magnificent royal palace of the Oba of Benin — one of the oldest royal compounds in the world. H...

Oba Avenue, Benin City Explore
Benin National Museum
Historical Sites
₦1,500
Benin National Museum
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Houses one of Africa's most significant collections of Benin bronzes, ivory carvings, and royal rega...

King Square, Benin City Explore
Okomu National Park
Nature & Wildlife
₦2,500
Okomu National Park
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Nigeria's most accessible rainforest reserve — home to endangered forest elephants, chimpanzees, whi...

Udo, Ovia South-West LGA Explore
Igun Street Bronze Casters Guild
Arts & Crafts
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Igun Street Bronze Casters Guild
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Watch master craftsmen practice the ancient lost-wax technique (cire perdue) that has been passed do...

Igun Street, Benin City Explore
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Osaro Edokpayi

10 yrs experience

English Yoruba Bini French
₦7,500/hr
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Igue Festival 2026
Cultural Festival
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Igue Festival 2026

18 Dec 2026 • Oba's Palace, Benin City

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Edo Cultural and Creative Arts Festival
Arts & Culture
₦2,000
Edo Cultural and Creative Arts Festival

01 Feb 2027 • Benin City Recreation Ground

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Protea Hotel Benin City
₦45,000/night
Protea Hotel Benin City

International-standard 4-star hotel in the heart of Benin City, offering modern...

Airport Road, Benin... View
Okada Hotels & Suites
₦80,000/night
Okada Hotels & Suites

Luxury 5-star experience in Benin City with world-class dining, spa, and event f...

Adesuwa Road, GRA, B... View
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Edo State Tourism Revenue Hits ₦8.2 Billion in 2025
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Edo State Tourism Revenue Hits ₦8.2 Billion in 2025

The Edo State Tourism Agency (EDSTA) has announced that tourism revenue for 2025 reached a record ₦8.2 billion, representing a 34% increase over 2024....

By EDSTA Communications · 03 Nov 2026 Read More
UNESCO Considers Benin Bronzes for Enhanced Heritage Status
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UNESCO Considers Benin Bronzes for Enhanced Heritage Status
03 Nov 2026
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New Eco-Tourism Trail Opens at Okomu National Park
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New Eco-Tourism Trail Opens at Okomu National Park
03 Nov 2026
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