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Benin Travel Guide 2026: Top places, Things to do & Itinerary | Trip.com | July 2026

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Cotonou

Cotonou

Littoral

Littoral

Dassa-Zoume

Dassa-Zoume

Tanve

Tanve

Onklou

Onklou

Toura

Toura

Sarebani

Sarebani

Sissigourou

Sissigourou

Things to do in Benin

What to do

Looking for things to do in Benin? We provide up-to-date info on everything from must-see scenic spots to local hangouts.
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Obama beach
Obama beach
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Beaches and shores
General Mathieu Kerekou Friendship Stadium
General Mathieu Kerekou Friendship Stadium
3.5
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Lagune de Cotonou
Lagune de Cotonou
3.5
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Natural scenery
Boat tour
Red Star Square
Red Star Square
3.3
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Abomey Historical Museum
Abomey Historical Museum
3.2
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Église Catholique Saint Michel
Église Catholique Saint Michel
3.1
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Amazon Statue
Amazon Statue
3.1
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Congress Palace
Congress Palace
3.0
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Ganvié
Ganvié
2.9
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Hall des Arts, Loisirs et Sports
Hall des Arts, Loisirs et Sports
2.9
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What to eat

Want to eat like a local? Don't miss out on these top Benin dishes and foodie spots.
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La Marine
La Marine
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Western cuisine
Avg. NZD11/person
Hai King
Hai King
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Asian cuisine
Wasabi restaurant
Wasabi restaurant
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Japanese cuisine
Avg. NZD121/person
Tandoori Nights
Tandoori Nights
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Southeast Asian cuisine
Maquis du Port
Maquis du Port
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African cuisine
Avg. NZD13/person
Behanzin
Behanzin
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Western cuisine
Avg. NZD62/person
Le Hublot
Le Hublot
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Western cuisine
L'Imprévu
L'Imprévu
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Western cuisine
Avg. NZD67/person
Cafe du Musee de la Fondation Zinsou
Cafe du Musee de la Fondation Zinsou
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Bangkok Terrasse
Bangkok Terrasse
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Asian cuisine
Lyz creole
Lyz creole
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Latin American cuisine
Avg. NZD22/person
Ya- Hala
Ya- Hala
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Western cuisine

Benin Moments: Through Travelers' Eyes

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Explore Cotonou, Benin: Experience the Vibrant Charm of a West African Coastal City

Explore Cotonou, Benin: Experience the Vibrant Charm of a West African Coastal City

ALICIA DELGADO
ALICIA DELGADO
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Explore Ganvie, the "Venice of Africa," in Benin.

Explore Ganvie, the "Venice of Africa," in Benin.

The Culinary Cruise
The Culinary Cruise
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Once you cross this door, there is no way back to your homeland. The Door of No Return.

Once you cross this door, there is no way back to your homeland. The Door of No Return.

The Culinary Cruise
The Culinary Cruise
Benin's abandoned world cultural heritage - Abome Palace.

Benin's abandoned world cultural heritage - Abome Palace.

The Culinary Cruise
The Culinary Cruise
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Welcome to Benin Tourism

Welcome to Benin Tourism

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Bella.Anderson
Ouidah, Benin Ancient City | Slave Trade History & Voodoo Culture

Ouidah, Benin Ancient City | Slave Trade History & Voodoo Culture

BDX. Sam 3255
BDX. Sam 3255
Walking the World Series: Africa Edition Benin - Ouidah

Walking the World Series: Africa Edition Benin - Ouidah

KAMRYN JENSEN
KAMRYN JENSEN
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Travel the World Series: Benin - Ganvie Water Village

Travel the World Series: Benin - Ganvie Water Village

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DecouvreurPassionne.
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