Abuja Street Food & Cultural Experience Taste Traditional Dishes, Nigeria

About this activity

**Taste Abuja: Street Food, Markets & Culture**

Come hungry and discover Abuja through its flavors, markets and culture on a **4–5-hour food and cultural adventure** with a local guide.

Begin at vibrant **Wuse Market**, exploring local ingredients, spices, fresh produce and everyday Nigerian life. Taste a classic**akara , Roasted Bole and fish **, then discover Nigerian creativity at the **Arts & Crafts Village**, filled with handmade crafts and unique souvenirs.

Continue your culinary journey with smoky **charcoal-grilled suya**, followed by authentic Nigerian favorites such as **jollof rice and pounded yam**. Along the way, your local guide shares fascinating stories about Nigerian food, traditions and daily life.

Perfect for **food lovers, first-time visitors, solo travelers and couples**, this experience goes beyond sightseeing—giving you a chance to **taste, explore and experience Abuja like a local.**

**Highlights:** Wuse Market

Akara ,
bole Suya
Jollof rice

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At a glance

Duration: 4 h 30 min
Confirmation: Instant confirmation
Ticket: Mobile or paper ticket accepted
Group: Up to 50 people
People per booking: 1–15
Guide: English
Operated by: Toogoodtravels Nigeria

Ages: Infants (0–2 years) · Children (3–11 years) · Youth (12–17 years) · Adults (18–65 years) · Seniors (66–80 years)

What is included

Included

Included: Bottled water
Included: Dinner
Included: In-vehicle air conditioning: Air-conditioned vehicle
Included: All street snacks

Not included

Not included: Over weight limit: Too much street snacks or take away
Not included: Tips

Itinerary

1
Wuse

20 min
Stop 1 – Wuse Market

Time: 3:00 PM – 3:30 PM (30 Minutes)

Begin your experience with a guided walk through Wuse Market, one of Abuja's busiest

traditional markets.

Learn About
- Nigerian spices and herbs
- Local vegetables and ingredients
- Regional food traditions
- How Nigeria's diverse ethnic groups influence the country's cuisine
Photo Opportunities
- Fresh produce
- Spice stalls
- Traditional markets
- Local traders
2
Wuse

25 min
Stop 2 – Akara Café Experience

Time: 3:35 PM – 4:00 PM (25 Minutes)

Venue

Akara Café, Abuja

Taste
- Fresh Akara
- Agege Bread
- Pap (Ogi) or your preferred local breakfast accompaniment (subject to availability)
Learn the History

Akara dates back hundreds of years and is believed to have originated among the Yoruba

people before spreading across West Africa.

You'll also discover:
- Why akara is one of Nigeria's favourite breakfast foods
- it is cheap, rich in protein, and tastes great. Made from whipped and fried bean
batter, these golden fritters pair easily with common morning sides like pap

(akamu), custard, oatmeal, or bread, offering a quick and filling start to the day.

•
- How beans are processed into akara
To make akara, black-eyed peas or brown beans are soaked briefly, rubbed to remove

their outer skins, and washed clean. The peeled beans are blended into a thick, smooth

paste with minimal water. The batter is whisked to trap air for a fluffy texture, mixed with

salt, onions
3
Abuja

40 min
Stop 3 – Abuja Arts & Crafts Village

Time: 4:10 PM – 4:50 PM (40 Minutes)

Visit Abuja's famous Arts & Crafts Village before the shops close.

Learn About
- Nigeria's diverse ethnic cultures
- Traditional wood carving
- Bronze casting
- Adire (tie-dye) fabrics
- Aso Oke weaving
- Handmade jewellery
- Leather craftsmanship
- Nigerian masks and sculptures
- Handmade musical instruments
Experience
- Meet local artisans
- Shop for authentic souvenirs
- Take memorable photographs
4
Stop 4

35 min Admission included
Stop 4 – Yahuza Suya Experience (Wuse II)

Time: 5:00 PM – 5:35 PM (35 Minutes)

Venue

Yahuza Suya, Wuse II

Taste
- Beef Suya
- Chicken Suya (optional)
- Gizzard Suya (optional)
Learn the History

Suya originated among the Hausa people of Northern Nigeria and has become one of the

country's most famous street foods. It is traditionally grilled over charcoal and seasoned

with Yaji, a spice blend made from ground peanuts, ginger, paprika, chili, garlic, and other

spices.

You'll learn:
- Why suya became Nigeria's national street food
Suya became Nigeria's national street food because its addictive smoky flavor,

portable nature, and affordable price bridge all ethnic and social divides.

Originating with Northern nomadic herders, this spiced, coal-grilled meat spread

nationwide through migration and urbanization, turning evening roadside stands

into vibrant community gathering spaces.
5
Wuse

30 min
Stop 5 – Boli & Roasted Fish

Time: 5:45 PM – 6:15 PM (30 Minutes)

Venue

Floris Garden, Wuse Zone 3

Taste
- Roasted Plantain (Boli)
- Roasted Fish
- Pepper Sauce
Learn the History

Discover why boli is one of Southern Nigeria's favourite street foods, how it is roasted over

charcoal, and why it is commonly paired with roasted fish and spicy pepper sauce.

Boli (or bole) is a beloved Southern Nigerian street food because it combines smoky,

earthy aromas with a sweet, comforting taste. It is cheap, filling, and deeply tied to local

roadside culture. Ripe or semi-ripe plantains are grilled over hot charcoal until the outside

is charred and the inside turns soft and sweet. Pairing it with smoky roasted fish and a fiery

palm-oil pepper sauce creates a balanced meal of sweet, spicy, and savory flavors.
6
Gwarinpa

40 min
Stop 6 – Traditional Nigerian Cuisine Display Experience

Time: 6:20 PM – 7:00 PM (40 Minutes)

Venue

PTK Restaurant, Abuja

Enjoy a seated tasting experience featuring authentic Nigerian dishes from different

regions of the country.

Sample Dishes (Subject to Availability)
- Jollof Rice
- Pounded Yam
- Egusi Soup
- Efo Riro
- Vegetable Soup
- White Soup
- Ofada Rice & Ayamase Sauce
- Native Rice
- Peppered Goat Meat
- Catfish Pepper Soup
- Moi Moi