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Benin Independent Travel Guide (2025): Top Things to Do, Popular Attractions, Itinerary Planning, Accommodation, Food, Transportation, Weather, and More - Everything You Need to Know (Updated May, 2025) | Trip.com

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Obama beach

Obama beach

5.1
5.0/51 Reviews
"Beaches and shores"
Lagune de Cotonou

Lagune de Cotonou

4.5
5.0/52 Reviews
"Natural scenery"
Cotonou Cathedral

Cotonou Cathedral

3.8
4.0/51 Reviews
General Mathieu Kerekou Friendship Stadium

General Mathieu Kerekou Friendship Stadium

3.5
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Dantokpa Market

Dantokpa Market

3.4
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Royal Palaces of Abomey

Royal Palaces of Abomey

3.3
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Red Star Square

Red Star Square

3.3
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CanalOlympia Wologuèdè

CanalOlympia Wologuèdè

3.2
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Église Catholique Saint Michel

Église Catholique Saint Michel

3.1
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Congress Palace

Congress Palace

3.0
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L'Imprévu

L'Imprévu

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Avg. EUR37/person
"Western-style"
Lyz' Créole

Lyz' Créole

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Avg. EUR12/person
"Latin American"
Maquis du Port

Maquis du Port

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Avg. EUR7/person
"African Cuisine"
L'Impala Restaurant Lounge Bar

L'Impala Restaurant Lounge Bar

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Avg. EUR24/person
"Western-style"
Dream Beach

Dream Beach

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Avg. EUR20/person
"Western-style"
Le Prive

Le Prive

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"Western-style"
Rasta Cafe

Rasta Cafe

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Avg. EUR1/person
"Latin American"
Behanzin

Behanzin

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Avg. EUR34/person
"Western-style"
Jetset

Jetset

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Avg. EUR12/person
"African Cuisine"
Mojito

Mojito

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Le Régal Végétal

Le Régal Végétal

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The Garden Rooftop - Bar - Restaurant

The Garden Rooftop - Bar - Restaurant

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"Western-style"

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