What Are Free Places To Visit In Abuja?
Every thing doesn’t have to involve spending money. So if you need suggestions about free places to visit in Abuja, the ideas in this article will come in handy for you.
I came across a post on social media some time ago where the poster said when you decide to go out in Abuja, the decision alone costs 5k. I found that quite hilarious and there is some truth about that. It’s like every little thing you do these days just has a way of reducing your net worth, which might not be that awesome in the first place. But that doesn’t always have to be the case, hence, the idea behind this article.
Abuja might not be a very cheap place to live in, but if you know how to go about it, you don’t have to spend a lot of money every time you need to step out of your house. There are free things to do and free places to visit in Abuja. So keep reading for some ideas.
Free Places To Visit In Abuja
I have put together some suggestions about free places to visit in Abuja. Go through them below.
Shehu Musa Yar’Adua Centre
They built this place as a tribute to the late Shehu Musa Yar’Adua. The center is one of the places in Abuja with stunning architectural design. It is located in memorial drive in the Central Business District, close to the National Mosque. Shehu Musa Yar’Adua Center has a museum and a library that the public has access to. So this is one of the free places to visit in Abuja.
Jabi Lake
The Jabi Lake is a well-known recreational spot in Abuja with a lot of open space for you to take a walk or have picnics. This is one of the free places to visit in Abuja where you can have a good time in the midst of nature for free.
Usman Dam
If you need an escape from the hurly-burly of city life, Usman Dam at Ushafa, Bwari is a great place to visit. You can spend your time basking in nature while hiking the mountain or enjoying a picnic. You can also capture beautiful moments in photos, so give this place a try.
Orisun Art Gallery
Even if you are not too much of an art enthusiast, it still wouldn’t hurt to visit the Orisun Art Gallery situated on the first floor of The Tropic Galleria at the Central Business District. The extensive art work curation at this gallery is all so exquisite, and so visiting here would be a day well spent.
Zuma Rock
Zuma rock is a tourist attraction along Abuja-Kaduna expressway. It’s one of the free places to visit in Abuja at least once in your life. It’s a gorgeous place that is worth every moment of your visit.
Central Park
If we are talking about free places to visit in Abuja, parks really save the day. Central Park is one of the parks you can visit in Abuja on the days when you want to step out but don’t feel like splurging on anything. Central park is located at 70 Kur Mohammed Avenue, Garki 1.
Conclusion
In a place as expensive as Abuja, there are still ways to go about things so you don’t have to spend so much to have an enjoyable time. One of the things you can do is visit some free places of which I have suggested some places above. Which of these will you try soon? Let me know in the comment section and keep following Around Abuja Blog for more updates about the city.
