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What to do

Looking for things to do in Cotonou? We provide up-to-date info on everything from must-see scenic spots to local hangouts.

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Where to stay

Discover the most popular places to stay in Cotonou, complete with recommendations from fellow travelers and special hotel offers

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What to eat

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Cotonou 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

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Benin Atakora Mountains Tanougou Waterfall Mossy Pendjari Forest Edgeeasytravelpost #TanougouFalls

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Benin Atakora Mountains Tanougou Waterfall Mossy Pendjari Forest Edgeeasytravelpost #TanougouFalls

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Benin Treasure! Experience the Golden Tulip Le Diplomate Hotel

Benin Treasure! Experience the Golden Tulip Le Diplomate Hotel

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Olivia Davis.3

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Follow this guide to experience the purest Benin style.

Follow this guide to experience the purest Benin style.

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Start your amazing Cotonou adventure with this guide.

Start your amazing Cotonou adventure with this guide.

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Cotonou, Benin - Fideiros Market, a crazy experience of the largest market in West Africa

Cotonou, Benin - Fideiros Market, a crazy experience of the largest market in West Africa

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Cotonou Baba Floating Village - African version of Venice

Cotonou Baba Floating Village - African version of Venice

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NIKOLAS WALKER

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When you come to Cotonou, you can't miss the Cotonou Asala Hotel and experience the amazing scenery

When you come to Cotonou, you can't miss the Cotonou Asala Hotel and experience the amazing scenery

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Popular Types of Attractions in Cotonou

Nature and wildlife | Historical attractions

Popular Ranked Lists

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Popular Trip Moments

Benin Atakora Mountains Tanougou Waterfall Mossy Pendjari Forest Edgeeasytravelpost #TanougouFalls | The 3-Week West African Road Trip (Family Edition) 🌍✨ | 🍽️Hotel buffet lunch🍽️ | 🌴Palm tree-lined beach🌴 | Benin Treasure! Experience the Golden Tulip Le Diplomate Hotel | Follow this guide to experience the purest Benin style. | Start your amazing Cotonou adventure with this guide. | Cotonou, Benin - Fideiros Market, a crazy experience of the largest market in West Africa | Cotonou Baba Floating Village - African version of Venice | When you come to Cotonou, you can't miss the Cotonou Asala Hotel and experience the amazing scenery | Explore Cotonou, Benin | A hidden gem on the West African coast | Cotonou Citywalk in Benin: A Stroll Through a Coastal Metropolis, Encountering Unique Charm | Cotonou, Benin: Exploring the Fusion of History and Culture in a West African Coastal Gem | Explore Cotonou, Benin: Experience the Vibrant Charm of a West African Coastal City | I checked in Cotonou. | Cotonou: Benin's Coastal Gem, Waiting for You to Explore! | Cotonou, Benin: Listen to the Unique Heartbeat of a West African Coastal City in Slow Time | This hotel offers incredible value for money, and the stay is very comfortable. | Very cost-effective, very comfortable stay | Cotonou｜Journey to Cotonou and Unlock the Mystery and Romance of West Africa | This hotel is so comfortable, I'll definitely come back again～ | Cotonou｜Treasure Journey on the West African Coast | The Royal Palaces of Abomey: A Journey Back to an Ancient Dynasty | The Gate of No Return in Benin | Discover Benin's Ouidah Slave Route in Cotonou: A Journey Through History | Meet Cotonou | Meet the most beautiful sunset on the Gulf of Guinea | Check in to the Atlantic Hotel in Cotonou, Benin, and enjoy a seaside vacation. | Atlantic Beach in Cotonou, Benin: Enjoy the Coastal Charm

More Things To Do in Cotonou

Private Full-Day Cultural Tour in Cotonou Ganvie and Ouidah | Cotonou Audio Tour: Journey Through the Pulse of Cotonou | Cotonou: Guided E-Bike Tour | Cotonou, Ganvié and Ouidah Day Tour with Hotel Pickup | Porto-Novo & Black River: History, Nature, and Traditions from Cotonou | Grand-Popo: Beach, Estuary, and Fishermen's Lives from Cotonou | Cotonou at dawn: 8 street food tastings by motorbike | Cotonou: Immersive cooking program with dishes featuring Beninese flavors. | Cotonou: Water Park Admission Ticket with Jet Ski and Kayak Ride | Cotonou & Ouidah City Tour with Zangbeto masquerade dance | Orange World 4G/LTE eSIM | Calls + SMS | 31 Days Total 50MB–20GB | Calendar-Day Billing | QR code | Orange World eSIM | 4G/LTE | 1GB-20GB total for 30 days | 24-hour billing | QR code | Global 5G/4G eSIM | Daily Package/Data Package | 24-Hour Billing | 1-30 Days | QR Code | Africa 22 Countries 4G/5G eSIM | Daily/Total Data Package | 1–30 Days | 24-Hour Billing | QR Code | Porto-Novo Audio Tour: The Porto-Novo Heritage Odyssey | Ouidah: Guided E-Bike Tour – Full Day | Explore Ganvié & Ouidah, in the heart of memory and traditions