georeiser Says: Place de l'Independance and the monument is a proclamation for Togo's independence in 1960. It's right in the middle of a huge traffic circle. The area is nice with this monument and the garden around.
1 Review and 10 Opinions Hotel Ibis is old, but still represents the best among the hotels in Lome. Price is approx. 75 €
Al Donald: Al Donald Fast Food Restaurant
georeiser Says: Al Donald Fast Food Restaurant is mentioned in the Lonely Planet Guide because it look like a McDonalds restaurant. The name and signboard is almost like it, and it's kind of funny. Fastfood is their speciality, but don't expect it to be as fast as McDonalds. This is a good...
Le Privilège & VIP: Le Privilige Nightclub
georeiser Says: The nightclub "Le Privilege" is the largest nightclub in Lome. 3 dance floors (one VIP), two game rooms with pool, Bar, discoteque and restaurant. The place is popular among young middle-class locals. Entrance costs 4000 CFA (7 USD) and the drinks are expensive. You can...
georeiser Says: Bush taxi (Taxi brousse) is the easiest way to move around in Togo. Private car packed with passengers travel around the country. Lomè to Agbodrafo is 1000 CFA (1,5 hours drive). Lomé to to Cotonou is 4.000 CFA (4-5 hours drive).
georeiser Says: There are some small side streets with a lot of stalls in the Grand Marchè (the big market) where you can shop local crafts. Local crafts, tribal African jewelry like necklase, bracelets and pendants are beautiful and cheap to buy. Some of them are handcrafted from animal...
Pickpockets and thieves in Lome
georeiser Says: The poverty in Togo is extreme. There are pickpockets in crowded places like Grand Marché (the big market). The locals say you should carry your money in a smart way and be careful with your camera. Try to look determined. It can be dangerous to walk alone where there are...
georeiser Says: The president Palace in Lome is located on the western side of Boulevard de la Marina. The Palace doesn't look majestic. You should be discreet if you have planned to take pictures. The soldiers make problems for you if they see you take pictures.
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The African women are carrying buckets or other items on their heads. They often carry heavy items, and for long distances. Learning to carry items on the...
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Q: Can someone share his trip to Togo?

A: You could start by looking at the pages and tips of VT members here. I've been 4/5 times but there are others as well.
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I only spent part of a day in Lome, driving there from Grand Popo just 65km away in Benin so I probably cannot do justice to Lome in this small page! Originally a German colony, Togo was given to the...
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Lome-Togo's sweaty seaside capital

Lome is a buzzing city with an active market scene and good food to be found, but be careful at night!
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Lome, the former Paris of Africa

Lomé is the capital and largest city in Togo, with an estimated population of 900.000. Once claimed to be the Paris of West-Africa, but now one of Africa's least known cities. Lomè has its charm with...
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