Ibadan is a place to be

Proudly sitting atop seven hills in the Southwestern part of Oyo State, Nigeria, the city of Ibadan is a place to be. Ibadan has a stellar reputation for being the largest city in Nigeria by geographical size and the third most populous city in the country.

The city boasts of a rich cultural heritage and historic appreciation. Ibadan is known for its beautiful scenery and prominent architecture like the famous Mapo Hall and the Cocoa House. A visit to this great city leaves you with an exciting appreciation for nature, culture, and relaxation. 

What you’ll find here

Ibadan is home to several commercial industries like agriculture, textile, health care, food processing, manufacturing, and more. The unique local crafts like weaving, tie-dye (adire), blacksmithing, and pottery making will leave you with beautiful souvenirs for your travel collections.

Nigeria’s first skyscraper - the Cocoa House gracefully stands in the Dugbe district to welcome visitors, shoppers, and historians. The Bower Memorial Tower stands tall upon Oke Aare and has a lavish view of the entire city. The Mapo Hall on Oke Mapo (Mapo Hill) is another embodiment of the history that you’ll find in the city of Ibadan.

Also spotted in this vibrant city is the lovely Agodi Gardens with its vibrant landscape, serene ambiance, and alluring view. Are you passionate about wildlife and its effects? You’ll find a Zoo within the University of Ibadan to indulge your enthusiasm with a vast array of animals including mammals, birds, reptiles, and amphibians. 

The Ibadan Experience

An amazing experience awaits you in this vibrant city. Ibadan conveniently houses a great amount of entertainment, relaxation, and recreation with places like the Ventura Mall, Heritage Mall, Game World, and Palms Mall which presents a variety of exciting activities you can enjoy with your family. In these malls, you’ll find arcade games, bowling alleys, and cinemas like  Viva and Filmhouse. 

If you love to play golf, the Barracks golf course and the Ibadan Golf Club give you a large 18-hole challenge to tackle. The International Institute of Tropical Agriculture (IITA) Golf Course gives you a more complex 9-hole challenge to flex your skills.

Let’s not forget the polo grounds in Eleyele, Ibadan which hosts the Annual Polo Tournament, a gathering of polo enthusiasts across the world, and a noteworthy event by the Ibadan Polo Club. 

Enjoy the vibrant Ibadan nightlife with bountiful bars, lounges, and nightclubs like the Koko Dome, Club switch, Option 24/7, GQ Lounge, and more.

Citron Hotels welcomes you to the City of Ibadan where you’ll find the perfect blend of nature, architecture, culture, and adventure.