About Kano
Kano is one of Nigeria's major cities, home to around 4,910,000 people.
Best time
The dry season for the most comfortable travel
Weather
Largely warm year-round with distinct wet and dry seasons
Experiences
Things to do in Kano
1
Kurmi market
2
Gidan Makama Museum
3
Gidan Dan Hausa Museum and Kano State Cultural Centre
4
Great Mosque of Kano
5
Kano Zoo
6
Emir's Palace
7
Roxy Amusement Park
Budget travel
Free things to do in Kano
Kurmi market
Great Mosque of Kano
Roxy Amusement Park
Mostly free or pay-what-you-like — always double-check opening times and any seasonal fees before you go.
Plan your trip
Suggested itinerary
- 1
Day 1
Icons & landmarks
- Visit Kurmi market
- Visit Gidan Makama Museum
- Visit Gidan Dan Hausa Museum and Kano State Cultural Centre
- Eat at Falamanki
- 2
Day 2
Culture & neighborhoods
- Visit Great Mosque of Kano
- Visit Kano Zoo
- Visit Emir's Palace
- Eat at Palace Restaurant
- 3
Day 3
Markets, parks & hidden corners
- Visit Roxy Amusement Park
- Eat at Lebanon Club
Where to eat
Local favourites
Falamanki
A nice place where you can spend time alone or with your loved ones. Their food is amazing and they serve the best Chapman in the whole of K
Palace Restaurant
Surprisingly good Chinese food. Not too expensive and serves beer. No pork, so only try the dumplings if you like the idea of beef in your d
Lebanon Club
Lebanese fare (hummus, kebabs, falafel, etc). Serves beer. Members only, but visitors can pay ₦200 to get in, negotiate if you are just visi
Gusto Restaurant
Dine-in. Takeaway. No contact delivery.
Cilantro Restaurant & Lounge
Dine-in.Takeaway.Delivery.
Meenas Restaurant
Dine-in.Takeaway.Delivery.
Where to stay
Tourist favourites & top-rated
Chilla Luxury and Suites
Each room has an air conditioner, a study desk, wireless internet, flat screen TV, and a refrigerator. Also available at the hotel are a bus
- $
Prince Hotel
Prince Hotel is a well-run hotel in a quiet district and is a favourite with expatriates and NGOs. Security is good, and you will find all c
- $
Tahir Guest Palace
Tahir Guest Palace is a sprawling complex of buildings containing probably the largest number of rooms in Kano. Security is OK. Rooms are al
- $
Royal Tropicana Hotel
Tropicana is a large hotel similar to the Tahir. The standard rooms are cozy but well kept with a/c, tv, fridge, etc. Internet is excellent
Shopping
- Ado Bayero Mall
- Jifatu supermarket
- Kano City Supermarket
- Zango supermarket
- Abu sabir-Store
- Sahad store
Nightlife
- FAAN club Kano
- Mama Oghale Tavern
- Eddie King Burger
Museums & culture
- Gidan Makama Museum
- Gidan Dan Hausa Museum and Kano State Cultural Centre
- Great Mosque of Kano
- Emir's Palace
In pictures
Kano gallery
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