Things to do & places to visit in Kano State, Nigeria


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Kano State #5 destination in Nigeria 2023. The average rating score is 3.78 based on 80 traveler reviews, of 16 attractions. Timezone: Africa/Lagos, current date and time: Friday, May 10, 2024, 10:13.

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General weather summary in May

102°F - 76°F
Temperature Highs - Lows
Very warm
Feels like
9%
Chance of rain
36.0 millimeters
Amount
9.8 mph
Wind speed
44%
Humidity
12.7
Daylight length
6:02 AM
Sunrise
6:42 PM
Sunset
32%
Cloud cover
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Top things to do (17)

Top destinations in Kano State 4

Top places to visit (18 attractions)

  1. 5.0 Hazam (2 reviews)
    - Shopping
    Friday: 9:00 AM - 10:00 PM Speciality & Gift Shops
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    Quality products iPhone, Samsung, Huawei Mobile Phones, Headphones, Chargers Good customer service and refund/return policy. See more..
  2. 5.0 Exclusive Car Rentals (1 review)
    - Best car rental service in Kano.
    Multi-day Tours • Taxis & Shuttles • Private Tours • Bus Tours • Day Trips
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    Excellent service and professional drivers! Located in a highbrow areas of Kano, all staff are courteous and respectful. The cars are neat, well conditioned and timely. See more..
  3. 5.0 Las Vegas Restaurant (1 review)
    - Excellent
    Food Tours
    Cook Delicious Meals in Kano. Call las vegas restaurant Today! Diverse Menu Items, Affordable Prices and a Great Atmosphere See more..
  4. 4.0 Emir's Palace (11 reviews)
    - The Emir's palace and surrounding grounds are fantastic.
    Historic Sites • Points of Interest & Landmarks • Architectural Buildings
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    The most striking example of Kano's traditional Hausa architecture, the Emir's Palace is accessible only to those invited by the Emir, but its sheer majesty makes it worth a sightseeing visit. See more..
  5. 4.0 Dala Hill (9 reviews)
    - Lovely view of Kano
    Points of Interest & Landmarks
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    Cool breeze, lovely view of Kano, could stay for hours having fun trying to identify and locate places. Nice place for a picnic. No bathroom facilities though, get the children to ease themselves before you get there. See more..
  6. 4.0 Kurmi Market (7 reviews)
    - The Old City's Kurmi Market
    Flea & Street Markets
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    Supposedly this is the largest market in Africa. See more..
  7. 4.0 Gidan Dan Hausa (6 reviews)
    - mr
    Speciality Museums
    no 48 air port road kano state, Some of the rooms showcase the traditional architecture employed in hausa / fulani place. See more..
  8. 4.0 Central Mosque (4 reviews)
    - Friday prayers
    Religious Sites
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    A majestic religious structure, the Central Mosque routinely draws thousands of worshippers during Friday prayer time. See more..
  9. 4.0 Zoological Gardens (1 review)
    - Close to the Wild
    Friday: 8:00 AM - 6:00 PM Spent 1-2 hours Zoos
    A lazy weekend visit with the children to see real live wild animals up close, not the regular viewing on Television. A nice pplace to pass sometime, bring a carpet and sit for a short picnic and don't forget your camera. See more..
  10. 3.5 Ado Bayero Mall (20 reviews)
    - Weekly shopping
    Spent 1-2 hours Shopping Malls
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    A place to peacefully shop from groceries to perfumes and textiles or have a movie date. A few eateries opened and a children’s play amusement park located outside . For people who don’t want to goes to various stores then this mall covers most needs having all under one roof .. avoid during public holidays as a lot of locals find it entertaining to just go in and take selfies with you in the background for fun .. for those who like privacy this may be annoying. And it’s gets overly crowded on public holidays and close to movie times. Off peak time is best for those in a hurry to go in and out. See more..
  11. 3.5 Gidan Makama Museum (12 reviews)
    - History of Kano
    Speciality Museums
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    Originally constructed in the 15th century, the Gidan Makama Museum teaches visitors about the long and distinguished history of Kano. See more..
  12. 3.0 Murtala Muhammed Library (5 reviews)
    - Murtala Mohammed Lbrary is along Ahnadu Bello way
    Libraries
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    A tribute to the 1970s Nigerian dictator, the Murtala Muhammed Library is a grand reference center. See more..
  13. 3.0 Kwarkiya Nakowa Pos Center (1 review)
    - POS center
    Speciality & Gift Shops
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    Kwarkiya nakowa p.o.s it's located in Kwarkiya Kano nigeria Along babura road alhamdulillahi we appreciate Your all contribution See more..
  14. Ado Kyamba Textiles Kwarkiya (0 review)
    Speciality & Gift Shops
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  15. Ado Kyamba Textile Kwarkiya (0 review)
    Spent More than 3 hours Shopping Malls
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  16. Bello Tours (0 review)
    Multi-day Tours • Taxis & Shuttles • Private Tours • Horseback Riding Tours • Day Trips
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  17. Ado Kyamba Textiles Kwarkiya (0 review)
    Speciality & Gift Shops
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  18. Ado Kyamba Textile Kwarkiya (0 review)
    Spent More than 3 hours Shopping Malls
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