Port Harcourt city is one of the pearls of Nigeria; it is a desirable location that constantly attracts Tourists and people to itself. Given the nickname, ‘Garden city’ it truly lives up to its name of being one of the most beautiful cities in West Africa. If you are ever to visit Port Harcourt, you may need to know some of the best places to visit in Port Harcourt while you are there. So I am about to give you a completely comprehensive list of the best places to visit in Port Harcourt city.
Port Harcourt Tourist Beach
One of the best places to visit in Port Harcourt is the Port Harcourt tourist beach. The beach is located in the Kolabi creek in old Port Harcourt and truly is beautiful And this beach never runs out of fun activities, some fun things to do in this beach are volleyball, beach football, taking boat rides, horseback riding, watch boat races or just diving into the cool and serene waters. The beach is the most popular of all the beaches that line PH city.
Bonny Island
Bonny Island is a major centre in Port Harcourt and it is one of the best places to visit in Port Harcourt. It is surrounded on the west and south by long stretches of beaches, which constantly attract tourists and fun-seeking inhabitants to it. Social events and engagements are even held on the long stretching beaches of Finima (one of the most popular beaches on Bonny Island). December 26 and 31 are peak visit periods on the island as thousands of tourists throng to it for the beach carnivals.
Port Harcourt City Mall
Popularly called PHC Mall, The Port Harcourt city mall is one of the latest attractions in the state. Located on Azikiwe road beside the Government House, it is one of the best places to visit in Port Harcourt. This mall is a hub of activity and constant enjoyment for fun-seekers just like other big malls in the country. The shopping complex, accompanying cinema, and the various food courts ensure that there is a bit of something for everyone’s taste.
The Port Harcourt Zoo
The Port Harcourt zoological garden is surely one of the best places to visit in Port Harcourt. It is located at Trans Amadi, the zoo is the right place for you to feast tour eyes on some exotic and wildlife animals that include but are not limited to; drill monkeys, African elephants, ostriches, lions, crocodiles, gazelles, peacocks, gorilla e.t.c.
The best time to visit the zoo in on the weekend as you will get to witness the feeding of the zoo animals, especially on Sunday when there is a public lion feeding. It is a thrilling sight to watch these majestic lions in a feeding frenzy. Another major attraction in the zoo is at the museum where two large lions and lioness were embalmed. The lions were killed by electrocution when they angrily attacked and ate a zoo attendant who came to feed them and forgot to lock the cage after this was done; they were embalmed for public viewing.
Mile One Street Market
The Mile one street market is one of the most popular markets in the Southern part of the country. You shouldn’t leave PH without visiting it; it is one of the best places to visit in Port Harcourt. This market is a bustling economic centre that is heavily populated offering everything from dried crayfish to cheap suitcases and fairly used clothes; it is the best place to get a souvenir of your trip to Port Harcourt. Things sold in the market are extra cheap.
Rivers State Museum
Another one of the best places to visit in Port Harcourt, The historical centre is in the secretariat complex of Rivers State Government. Its extensive gallery contains antiques identifiable with different ethnic groups indigenous to the state including earthenware and ancient tools. It is one of the best historical places in this city.
So if you should ever visit the city, be sure to check these places out
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