Izuchukwu OkosiThere are exquisite places in the Federal capital territory, Abuja to visit if you are looking for a serene and romantic getaway for you and your loved ones.
We also have historical places to visit to get a sense of the rich culture of the Abuja city and the country, Nigeria in general.
Prime Business Africa presents 15 of such places.
1. Millennium Park
The Millennium Park is reputed to be ones of the oldest and attractive landmarks in the country.
The park is a lovely place to visit especially for the children and young adults.
Oh, the couples are not left out too as they have various sections serene for some private chit chats.
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The Millennium Park is located at Three Arms Zone, Abuja, Nigeria and admission into the Park is free.
Security is of utmost importance to the Management of Millennium Park so your safety within the ambience of the park is assured.
2. The Trukadero Place
The Trukadero Place is the one-stop gathering for Sports and gaming fans.
It is reputed for its special interest for those who love Bowling.
However, there are also other side attractions and games for those whose sporting and gaming interests are not for the Bowls.
There are sections for indoor games, snookers and a mini basketball court. There is also an amusement park to boot for your pleasure.
Are your thirst buds longing for the best foods and drinks, they’ve got you. You have found yourself just the right place as well for your best cutlery needs.
3. Blake Resort
Nigeria is blessed with some attractive resorts and the Blake Resort in Abuja surely ranks as one of the best.
The Resort is located at Mohammed Bello Way in Garki, Abuja and is great for those picnics and meetings.
The ambience is peaceful and serene and is a sure bet for that unforgettable hangouts loved by both introverts and extroverts alike.
You can locate the Resort at 1346 Ahmadu Bello Way, Garki, Abuja, Nigeria.
4. Arts and Crafts Village
The Arts and Crafts Village in Abuja is tailor-made for those who love the arts and creative industry.
There are representations of the diverse cultures, the artifacts, symbols, arts and the crafts of the tribal and cultural heritage of Nigeria donned in the Village.
Over the years, it has proven to be one of the most popular places to visit for tourists in Nigeria because of its historical nature.
This also includes other nationals, Africans and visitors from outside the continent.
You can find the Arts and Crafts Village at Jabi District, Bala Sokoto Way, Jabi behind silverbird galleria.
5. Jabi Lake Mall
This is a lovely place to visit for the whole family. It’s a landmark place for shopping and also serves the purpose of entertaining those who love life’s nature with a great lakeside for a lasting likeside experience.
Abuja is particularly not known to be a city that has no lakes and seas, as it is rather blessed with other beautiful views.
The Jabi Lake Mall offers horse, boat and canoe rides to its visitors.
Tucked in the Jabi District, off Bala Sokoto Way in Jabi, Abuja, this is a place where you can find a good atmosphere for some family reunion.
6. The National Park and Zoo
This should sound interesting to the children.
The National Parks and Zoo Abuja is not wholly a zoo strictly for the ‘wild life’ but it has its own special features for that purpose.
The National Park and Zoo overlooks the Zuma Rock but quite strangely is not one of the most visited places of interest in Abuja.
Those who however make it a good place of interest attest to the great experience especially for the children who still get to see some animals.
7. The Blucabana Lounge
If you are a party lover, club goer or just loves the fun of swimming with good food to go with them, then this is the place for you.
The Blucabana lounge is an exquisite place of fun for all ages. It boasts of club, swimming pool, gym, spa, and children’s facilities.
Located at 1322 Shehu Yaradua Blvd, Mabushi, Abuja, the ambience is perfect for a great family environment which has the security you desire.
The lounge is tucked in the outskirts of the city and is a great place to be after the day’s busy schedules.
The venue is a beehive of activities especially on weekends.
8. Thought Pyramid Art Centre
This is a gallery that would wow those that visits it all day long.
Located in the Wuae are of Abuja, the art place is of great value to those who love the arts. It is known for collecting, conserving and promoting modern and contemporary art of Africa.
The Thought Pyramid Art Centre was founded in 2007 by Jeff Ajueshi. It’s contact address is 18 Libreville Cres, Wuse, Abuja.
9. Magic Land Abuja
If you are well and truly a lover of the parks, you will know the hitherto Wonderland that are all over the major cities of Nigeria.
Sadly, some of these other places are closed down due to security and economic issues but that of Abuja has continued to wax strong.
Now known as the Magic Land, it has leisure gardens used for relaxation, rides and games for different ages.
The Abuja National stadium is the landmark place close to the Magic Land.
The park is highly sought after picnic venue for Children’s activities although adults are not left out as well.
Trust me, some good relationships and businesses have birthed in the Magic Land.
Want to have a good idea of what it is like, you can find it in Abuja at Constitution Avenue in Wuse district.
10. Dunes Centre
There is a reason why the Dunes Centre is one of the most fascinating and interesting places to visit in Abuja.
It boasts of a supermarket, luxury apartments, rental halls, an antique gift shop, several boutiques, a pastry shop and a world class restaurant.
The luxurious shopping mall was built in 2005 and there is never a dull moment whenever you are inside the mall.
The mall is located at 44 Aguiyi Ironsi Way in Maitama, Abuja.
11.Waffle Café
Not so popular with fun seekers and foodies outside the FCT, but nevertheless it is a good idea to check out.
The Waffle Café is however known to people who are ‘been to’ other shores of the country, particularly in the United States of America.
Launched in 2017, it is your place to be for confectionaries, American dishes, waffles and well-made pancakes.
It is located in the Dunes area of the city.
12. The Crush Cafe
Boasting a large land mass that accommodate both restaurants and sporting activities, the Crush Cafe is a good place to be after work and business.
Located at Bonny B Corner Shop, 1st Avenue in Gwarinpa, Abuja, the Cafe is ideal for all guests looking for great meals all day long.
They also have sports facilities and a top notch outside bar and grill area.
No wonder it is an ideal hangout for the young people.
13. The Dome
The Dome is a recreational hub which boasts a plethora of facilities such as The Francis Hotel, night club, a bowling alley, a beautiful and tranquil garden, gym, spa, restaurants, bakery, pizza and a list of others. It was initially closed down some years back.
This edifice was officially reopened in January 2018 and crowds were amazed at the top quality facilities that had been put in place and they have only been getting stronger since then.
The Dome is what you would call “The Whole Package.”
14. The Nnamdi Azikiwe International Airport
Every country’s airport is the gateway into it.
Being the first point of contact for traveller’s into Nigeria, coming via aircrafts, it is unthinkable that this piece will be written without consideration for the international Airport named after Rt. Honorable Dr. Nnamdi Azikiwe.
Azikiwe was Nigeria’s first Governor- General and President amd fully deserves to be named after a national edifice.
15. Moshood Abiola Stadium
Rounding off our piece on the 15 top places to cost in Abuja is the Abuja national stadium.
It was also named after a giant of politics and a Pilar of sports in Africa, Chief Moshood Kolawole Olawale Abiola.
Abiola was handed the award as the Pillar of Spelts on Africa for his philatropric gesture to not just Nigerian athletes and sporting events but his affection for others across the continent.
Izuchukwu Okosi is a Nigerian sports and entertainment journalist with two decades of experience in the media industry having begun his media journey in 2002 as an intern at Mundial Sports International (MSI) and Africa Independent Television (AIT), owners of Daar Communications Plc.
In October 2004, Okosi joined Complete Communications Limited, publishers of Complete Sports newspaper and Complete Football magazine as a reporter and later script writer for the Complete Sports studio.
He worked there for 13 years until October 2017.
Okosi also worked various times as Correspondent, Content creator and Editor at Sports Market International Magazine, Opera News, All Nigeria Soccer Media and Iconic Media Watch.
He also undertook freelance writing gigs for some local and international organizations.
Okosi is a member of the Actors Guild of Nigeria (AGN), Association of Movie Producers (AMP), Association of Voiceover Artistes of Nigeria (AVOA), Sports Writers Association of Nigeria (SWAN) and Nigeria Union of Journalists (NUJ).
He has been part of cast in some Nollywood movies and radio dramas including Blood Money 2, Scores To Settle, Dead End 2, Another Campus Tale and Battle Line.
Aside mainstream media and the entertainment industry, he has interests in scouting/unearthing of talents in the sports and creative sectors, exports business and property development.
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