Bauchi State · Nigeria
Bauchi travel guide
Bauchi is a city in Bauchi State, Nigeria, home to about 694,000 people.
- Nearest airport
- BCU22 km · Sir Abubakar Tafawa Balewa Bauchi State International Airport
- Currency
- NGNnaira
- Time zone
- Africa/Lagos
- Language
- English
About
About Bauchi
Bauchi (earlier Yakoba) is a city in northeast Nigeria, the administrative center of Bauchi State, of the Bauchi Local Government Area within that State, and of the traditional Bauchi Emirate. It is located on the northern edge of the Jos Plateau, at an elevation of 616 metres (2,021 feet).
Bauchi has an estimated population of 693,700 (2016). It's the capital city of Bauchi State. Bauchi was also the capital of the Bauchi Emirate, an independent state from 1805 to 1904 when it came under British protection. Several landmarks from the era remain in the city centre. It is the host of Abubakar Tafawa Balewa University, Bauchi State University, Abubakar Tatari Ali Polytechnic and Federal Polytechnic, Bauchi. In addition, there is a college of education in nearby Kangere.
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Things to do
What to see and do in Bauchi
See
- The Palace of the Emir of Bauchi
- Babban Goni Mosque
- Tomb of Abubakar Tafawa Balewa
- Shehu Azare Park
Do
- Sumu Wildlife Park
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Where to stay
Hotels in Bauchi
2 hotels within 25 km of the centre, as recorded in Wikidata. Each name links to its encyclopedia article where there is one.
| Hotel | Opened | From centre |
|---|---|---|
| Bauchi Hotels Ltd. | 5.9 km | |
| Bauchi State Hotels | 3.3 km |
When to go
The best time to visit Bauchi
Bauchi has no month that is both mild and dry by the measure used here. March is the warmest month, with average highs of 36 °C; August is the wettest, with about 288 mm of rain.
Comfortable means average daytime high between 18 °C and 29 °C and under 80 mm of rain in the month. Averages for 1991–2020 over the surrounding area, a grid square about 50 km across, so a coast or a nearby mountain can make the town itself warmer or cooler. Data: CRU TS v4.10, Climatic Research Unit, University of East Anglia (Open Database License).
Getting there
Getting to Bauchi: airports and arrival
The nearest airport with scheduled flights is Sir Abubakar Tafawa Balewa Bauchi State International Airport (BCU), about 22 km from the city centre in a straight line; Gombe Lawanti International Airport (GMO, 116 km) and Yakubu Gowon Airport (JOS, 131 km) are also within reach.
BCU · Sir Abubakar Tafawa Balewa Bauchi State International Airport
GMO · Gombe Lawanti International Airport
JOS · Yakubu Gowon Airport
Local knowledge
Eating, drinking and staying safe in Bauchi
Stay safe
Bauchi is a safe city, but in any case, be careful with arrangements or organizations that sound unrealistic (particularly messages mostly via e-mail requesting your assistance), and don't transparently display your assets, particularly in broad daylight. While it is rare for a tourist to be a victim of a violent crime, it is still wise to stay safe and be alert, especially during late-night outings. Stick to crowded streets and make sure to go out in groups. Furthermore, you should stick to places and people you know and avoid going anywhere without a trusted guide if it is your first visit.
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Questions
Bauchi: questions travellers ask
When is the best time to visit Bauchi?
Bauchi has no month that is both mild and dry by the measure used here. March is the warmest month, with average highs of 36 °C; August is the wettest, with about 288 mm of rain.
Which airport is closest to Bauchi?
The nearest airport with scheduled flights is Sir Abubakar Tafawa Balewa Bauchi State International Airport (BCU), about 22 km from the city centre in a straight line; Gombe Lawanti International Airport (GMO, 116 km) and Yakubu Gowon Airport (JOS, 131 km) are also within reach.
What currency is used in Bauchi?
naira (NGN).
Nearby
Destinations near Bauchi
Sources: city facts from Wikidata and Wikipedia; airports from OurAirports; climate from CRU TS v4.10 (University of East Anglia Climatic Research Unit), 1991–2020 monthly means, 0.5° grid; places to stay, guest scores and amenities from each operator's own public pages. How this guide is made.