Abidjan, Ivory Coast

Cruise Port

Abidjan

Largest city and district of Ivory Coast.

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Overview

Abidjan is a cruise port in Ivory Coast. It lies on the coast at approximately 5.317, -4.033.

About Abidjan

Abidjan is the seat of government, largest city and former capital of Ivory Coast. As of the 2021 census, Abidjan’s population was 6.3 million, which is 21.5 percent of the overall population of the country, making it the sixth most populous city proper in Africa, after Lagos, Cairo, Kinshasa, Dar es Salaam, and Johannesburg. A cultural crossroads of West Africa, Abidjan is characterised by a high level of industrialisation and urbanisation. It is the most populous French-speaking city in West Africa.

Overview text adapted from Wikipedia, available under the CC BY-SA license.

Planning a cruise visit

A detailed cruise guide for Abidjan — how to reach the centre from the cruise terminal, what to see on a port day, shopping and local tips — is being added. In the meantime, use the quick facts and map link above to start planning, and always confirm terminal and transport details with your cruise line and the local port authority before you travel.

Around Abidjan

Le Plateau depuis le Pont ADO – Abidjan
Le Plateau depuis le Pont ADO – Abidjan
Visite du musée de civilisation de Côte d'Ivoire
Visite du musée de civilisation de Côte d'Ivoire
La lagune Ebrié - Abidjan
La lagune Ebrié - Abidjan
Vue d'ensemble du pont Hauban Abidjan depuis la Cour de la Cathédrale Saint Paul du Plateau
Vue d'ensemble du pont Hauban Abidjan depuis la Cour de la Cathédrale Saint Paul du Plateau

Weather & best time to visit

Typically warmest around 30°C in Jan and coolest around 26°C in Aug (average daytime highs).

Jan
30°
25°
Feb
30°
25°
Mar
30°
25°
Apr
30°
25°
May
29°
25°
Jun
28°
24°
Jul
27°
24°
Aug
26°
23°
Sep
27°
23°
Oct
28°
24°
Nov
29°
24°
Dec
30°
24°

Average daily high / low in °C. Source: Open-Meteo.

Where to stay

Staying near Abidjan the night before or after your cruise makes embarkation easier. Browse hotels near the port →

Cruise season & schedules

Which ships call at Abidjan, and when, changes by season. Check the latest arrivals and departures before you plan. See current cruise schedules →