Hotels near Benin City Airport - BNI, Benin City

Benin city is the home of the bronze artifacts stolen by the British in the 1800s. It is steeped in culture and tradition. The traditional bronze smiths are still very much around. You might also be lucky about seeing some silversmith in Benin City:

Many places to visit and enjoyable if you have a good guide. The local markets are varied and busy with an eclectic mix of fresh produce. However, Igun street offers carvings, pottery and even rare coral beads. There were a lot of construction going on e.g we couldn't go visit the museum or the Oba's palace.