By Clara Gaiya

The island of Lagos has been compared to New York in America severally. This comparison is only near perfect as the mega city may feature more palatable locations to explore than the world can imagine. In any season, especially the highly anticipated season of love, this list offers the top-pick experiences to have no matter what.

1. Shiro Restaurant and Bar

This is a five-star Japanese/Asian dining experience. Popular for its amazing sushi and superb customer service. Perfect location for special events, romantic dining, scenic views, and an amazing bar scene. Block XVI 3&4 Victoria Island Oniru Estate, Eti-Osa Lagos. The restaurant offers late-night dining, a lifesaver if you’re out at night. It is very highly recommended for lovers’ time as couples can savour both the exclusivity of the scene as well as the taste of the cuisine.

2. The Good Beach

An ultra-modern beach club. Strategically designated 10b Trinity Avenue Oniru, Victoria Island Lagos. The ambience is exclusive with an intense air of luxury and lifestyle. It is not a regular beach as its facilities include: the bluest pool water experience, private cabanas with splash pools, loungers at the beachfront, and green lawns. Perfect for an exceptional beach day featuring classic cocktails, scrumptious international meals, and soft life.

3. Radisson Blu Anchorage Hotel V.I.

A striking African and international luxury hotel service. Located in the high-cost Victoria Island a centre for upscale businesses and businessmen. I like to call it a 5-star hotel with a 7-star hospitality affair. Well-equipped with a fitness centre, wellness area, and an infinity outdoor pool, this place romanticises the element of luxury. It also seduces the affluent population of travelers ready to splash some cash on comfort and top-notch services. Easily located on 1a Ozumba Mbadiwe Road, Lagos 101241, Nigeria.

4. Nike Art Gallery

Remarkably the largest West African gallery privately owned under the name Nike Art Foundation. It is perfectly positioned on 2, Nike Art Gallery Road, 3rd Roundabout, Ikate , Lekki,Lagos, Nigeria. Amazingly, the estimated 8000 artworks on display in the gallery are the works of various Nigerian artists like Chief Josephine Oboh Macleod.

5. Lekki Conservative Centre

If you have a flair for adventurous explorations, this park is a must-experience for everyone. Finely designated on the island, it is located at KM 19 Lekki-Epe expressway, Lagos 550104 Nigeria. It features the longest canopy walkway in Africa. Also, it is prestigious for preserving nature and wildlife. Perfect not only for tourism but to spend quality time with loved ones while partaking in the most intriguing and fun-filled events like playing the largest chess game.

6. Art Cafe

A coffee shop and bar ornamented with artistic aesthetics. The name of this place causes it to be misconstrued for an art gallery. However, it is a breakfast and brunch place with a typically arty scenery for people with a touch for arts and crafts. It is located at 282 Olugbade St, V.I. 106104 Lagos. It’s a perfect place for lovebirds. You can also check them out this Valentine.

7. Cactus restaurant

The beautiful restaurant with an ocean view. Typical of a perfect Lagos setting. They serve the most amazing international meals while they take pride in their unbeatable customer service. Located on 20-24 Ozumba Mbadiwe Street, Lagos. We all like to try new meals and amidst the endless number of restaurants on the island, this is a must try. You want to give them a try?

8. LUFASI Nature Park

LUFASI is the acronym for Lekki Urban Forestry and Animal Shelter Initiative. Welcome to Lagos where greenery and forestry is on the decline. The ambience of this nature park is characterised by the preservation of the greens, it also serves as a home to rescued animals, wide and domestic alive. Established in 2013 at Majek 1st Gate, KM 41, Lekki-Epe Expressway, Lagos, Nigeria.In view of an enjoyable reconnection to nature by individuals, the LUFASI nature park has come in handy. Asides the environmental impact of spreading forestry and greenery in Lagos, this environment preserves as well as shares to visitors important environmental knowledge. So if you need to learn while resonating with the beauty of nature and wildlife, this place is a top pick for you.

9. Terra Kulture

A cultural centre/scenery. A space to learn and enjoy the Nigerian cultural heritage, including linguistics. It is another great experience with over 11 years of doing art exhibitions, stage plays and other intriguing cultural performances. It features one of the two art auction houses in Nigeria. Other interesting features are the Nigerian Language and craft school, a food lounge, an art gallery and a multipurpose theatre called the Terra Arena. It is located on plot 1376 Tiamiyu Savage street, Victoria Island, Lagos.

10. Landmark Beach

The first of its kind, an in-city private beach front. Applaudable for featuring a series of fun engagements, including sports. Suitable for both small and large group hangouts. The beach is located at plot 3&4 water corporation road V.I, Lagos. If you ever thought or still think of an amazing jet ski adventure, you can check this place out. Adults and children alike can have a fascinating time here. The exquisite features are; boat clubs, water sports, pool clubs and surfing among others.

Clara Gaiya, an entrepreneur, writes from Lagos.

Ayodele Johnson

Ayodelé is a Lagos-based journalist and the Content and Editorial Coordinator at Meiza. All around the megacity, I am steering diverse lifestyle magazine audiences with ingenious hacks and insights that spur fast, informed decisions in their busy lives.