Welcome to the real Lagos.

This guide is not about Instagram spots. It’s about the Lagos you feel.

Curated by Naomi Kinan: The Explorer, this guide gives you the real Lagos — from beachside solo moments to romantic rooftops, from art galleries to late-night clubs, all without losing your mind (or your money).

Inside this 50+ location guide, you’ll find:

• 🧘🏽‍♀️ Solo Romance Ritual Guide — date yourself in Lagos

• 💘 Romantic & Soft Date Spots

• 🌴 Beaches, parks, green spaces for peace

• 🖼️ Art galleries, bookshops, and cultural gold

• 🥂 Luxury & fine dining for soft life energy

• 🕺 Vibes & Nightlife — clubs, lounges, alternative scenes

• 💸 Every budget listed: ₦0 to ₦100k

• 👗 Dress code, vibe, and best time to visit for every place

This is the guide I wish I had when I started exploring Lagos.

For the curious, the cautious, and the soft-life warriors.

May it be your map, your moodboard, and your mirror.

— Naomi Kinan, The Explorer