National Theatre Nigeria Travel Guide: Top Sights in Nigeria, Tours &

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National Theatre Nigeria- Travel Tips What to See, How to Plan & Tours: Modern Urban; Nigeria; 5 Reviews

Suggested Duration: 2 hours

The National Theatre, situated in Iganmu, Surulere, Lagos, serves as Nigeria's premier center for performing arts. Constructed by the Bulgarian company Techno Exporstroy, its design mirrors the Palace of Culture and Sports in Varna, Bulgaria, but on a larger scale. The theater spans approximately 23,000 square meters and stands over 31 meters tall. It was officially opened on September 30, 1975, ahead of the Second World Black and African Festival of Arts and Culture (FESTAC) in 1977. In July 2024, President Bola Tinubu announced the renaming of the National Theatre to honor Nobel Laureate Wole Soyinka on his 90th birthday.

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Reviews of National Theatre Nigeria

Kola Oshalusi

5
Reviewed: 2025-03-16

A good place to visit. World class nation treasure that holds a lot of history and knowledge of Art, New restored. Biggest of it's kind in The West if Africa
Bola Oladipo

4
Reviewed: 2025-01-30

The National Theatre has been beautifully renovated, restoring its former glory. The night scenery is stunning, making it a true cultural landmark once again. More arts and cultural events should be hosted here to fully showcase its potential.
Christopher Harmony chidera

5
Reviewed: 2024-10-21

It's so beautiful And clean on like before you know it's aplace you will want to go again
Joy Okonj

4
Reviewed: 2024-10-10

We weren't allowed into the building proper. We were told there's renovation ongoing and it will reopen soon.
Callum Thompson

5
Reviewed: 2024-05-04

Currently under renovation but the building itself is stunning with well kept grounds and beautiful pieces of artwork. As it’s being renovated we weren’t allowed inside but the lovely grounds security gave us a walking tour of the grounds, showing us the best part as well as telling us the history of the theater and future plans. The staff were extremely welcoming, friendly and informative which made the visit to the National Theater very interesting and worth it even if we couldn’t go inside. The renovations look very promising and look forward to visiting again once renovations are complete.