We recently took a trip to Abeokuta, and it was an absolute blast! Everyone always raves about how it’s a perfect mix of adventure, and culture, and they weren’t wrong. I’m about to break it all down, so grab a snack—story time!
The adventure kicked off when our Weekender crew decided to do a spontaneous daycation to Abeokuta… with less than 24 hours of planning. Wild, right?
The morning of the trip, we all gathered at Yaba Train Station before 8 AM, hyped for the journey. However, the train was delayed for almost two hours due to mechanical issues. We didn’t let that stop us! We took loads of cute photos, gave ourselves a mini train station tour, and had a great time. The staff were super nice, keeping us updated (it was apparently a fuel issue).
Finally, around 11 AM, we were off! Fun fact: you can buy hot jollof and chicken on the train, but we had the foresight to bring our own breakfast. We arrived at Wole Soyinka Station in Abeokuta at around noon, where our “limousine” (okay, it was a van) was waiting for us.
Cost: ₦3,600 for a one-way ticket.
Tips: Pack some snacks or a light breakfast, and be prepared for possible delays.
Our first stop was the Kuti Heritage Museum, ready to dive into some history. Although there wasn’t a tour guide available, we found someone else to show us around, and for just ₦2,900 per person, it was totally worth it! The museum is split into two sections: old school and new school. The old school part is inside the actual house where Mrs. Funmilayo Ransome-Kuti lived. It traces the Kuti family tree back to 1750, starting with Olasupo Ransome-Kuti and leading down to the legendary Funmilayo herself.
Entry Fee: ₦2000 per person.
Tips: Take your time going through the exhibits, and chat with the staff about the Kuti family legacy—they love sharing stories!
The highlight of the trip was climbing Olumo Rock. Let me tell you, we were not prepared for this climb. We started all smiles, but by the end… let’s just say the video shows a different story. Our guide, Kazeem, was amazing, sharing the history of the rock and the people of Abeokuta. And once we reached the top, the view was totally worth the struggle—breathtaking!
Entry Fee: ₦1,000 for adults, ₦500 for kids.
Tips: Wear comfy shoes and go early to beat the heat!
After that, we were starving, but before satisfying our cravings, we had to stop by the Adire Market for some quick shopping.
Then, we headed to a local Buka for some Ofada and Amala—absolutely delicious!
After that, we rushed back to the station, only to find out we were way too early for our return train. Typical! We eventually left Abeokuta around 5:30 PM. What a day!
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