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Niger

For those who have been lucky enough to visit, Niger is a desert republic filled with ancient caravan cities at the edge of the Sahara.

In the north, the stark splendor of the Aïr Mountains hides Neolithic rock art and stunning oasis towns. Within the expansive dunes of the Ténéré Desert are dinosaur graveyards and deserted medieval settlements, while to the south is the ancient trans-Saharan trade-route town of Agadez and the sultanate of Zinder.

Explore Niger

Top attractions

These are our favorite local haunts, touristy spots, and hidden gems throughout Niger.

Restaurants

Italian
Le Pilier
Hands down, this is the place for fine Italian fare. Enjoy a plethora of pastas, ranging from various raviolis to lasagne and even gnocchi dripping in…
International
Le Diamangou
Put aside your fear and grumbling insides to walk the plank out to this established boat restaurant. The views can't be beat, and the lemon chicken and…
African
La Flottile
The shady garden confines of this friendly restaurant, west of Palais du Congrés, are a perfect place to indulge in some of the Niger River's tastiest…
Vietnamese
Le Dragon d'Or
Slurp delicious Vietnamese pho (a noodle soup with coriander, bean sprouts and beef), sharpen your teeth on frog legs, or work your chopstick magic on…
International
La Cascade
With friendly service and great Italian, French and Lebanese fare, this restaurant is justifiably popular with expats, travellers and well-to-do locals…
Lebanese
Byblos
This great Lebanese restaurant, with thatched garden pavilions and open-air ambience, has some of the best tabouleh and hummus in Niger. It's on the…
African
Le Djinkounmé
A welcoming place for a simple, yet memorable, African meal.