Lagos Tops Barcelona, Beijing In The Best Cities Ranking

British guide magazine, TimeOut, has revealed that Lagos is number 19th best cities to visit globally.


The criteria considered for the rankings encompassed aspects like food, culture, and nightlife.

The report highlighted Lagos’ appeal, describing it as a city with something for everyone, whether you’re on the mainland or in Lekki. It praised the swanky resorts, diverse food haunts, and vibrant nightlife in posh Victoria Island.

Additionally, it recommended Lekki for brunch enthusiasts and mentioned Kuti’s Bistro in Ikeja for delicious food and entertaining events.

The report positioned Lagos ahead of well-known cities such as Beijing, Dubai, Miami, and Glasgow. The full list of the top cities includes:

1. New York City, United States

2. Cape Town, South Africa

3. Berlin, Germany

4. London, United Kingdom

5. Madrid, Spain

6. Mexico City, Mexico

7. Liverpool, UK.

8. Tokyo, Japan

9. Rome, Italy

10. Porto, Portugal

11. Paris, France

12. Mumbai, India

13. Lisbon, Portugal

14. Chicago, US

15. Manchester, UK

16. São Paulo, Brazil

17. Los Angeles, US

18. Amsterdam, The Netherlands

19. Lagos, Nigeria

20. Melbourne, Australia

21. Naples, Italy

22. Singapore

23. Miami, US

24. Bangkok, Thailand

25. Lima, Peru

26. Budapest, Hungary

27. Beijing, China

28. Dubai, United Arab Emirates

29. Montreal, Canada

30. Glasgow, UK

31. Sydney, Australia

32. Bueno Aires, Argentina

33. Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia

34. Manila, Philippines

35. Seoul, South Korea

36. Hanoi, Vietnam

37. San Francisco, US

38. Barcelona, Spain

39. Abu Dhabi, UAE

40. New Orleans, US

41. Philadelphia, US

42. Austin, US

43. Boston, US

44. Accra, Ghana

45. Marseille, France

46. Taipei, Taiwan

47. Istanbul, Turkey

48. Osaka, Japan

49. Hong Kong, China

50. Vancouver, Canada

Overall, Lagos’ unique blend of attractions, from beaches to cultural experiences, contributed to its recognition on the global stage.

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