Capital city in Maritime, Togo
Lomé
Compact beachfront capital with markets, a lively food scene and a land border to Ghana within walking distance. Easy overland stop; nightlife is good, but tourist infrastructure is thin.
At a glance
- Safety3/5Take real precautionsDetails
- Monthly budget$1,200–1,890Comfortable, one person · CFA700,000–1.1MDetails
- Value for money28/100Better value than 27% of places we coverDetails
- Best time to goNov–MarWarmest: Feb, 30°CDetails
- Tap waterNo, drink bottledDrink bottled or filtered water; avoid street ice.Details
- LGBTQ+2/5HostileDetails
- Solo travel3/5English: rareDetails
- Doctor's visit$17–43Private clinic, without insuranceDetails
- Getting aroundGozemWalkable centerDetails
- Cash or cardMostly cashMostly cash; cards work in some hotels and restaurants.Details
Where to stay in Lomé
Areas visitors base themselves in.
| Area | Good for |
|---|---|
| Nyékonakpoè and city center | Grand Marché, cathedral, walkable core, budget hotels |
| Tokoin and Hédzranawoé | Residential, restaurants, embassies |
| Bè | Local life, crowded and noisy |
| Beachfront (Boulevard du Mono) | Beach bars, upscale hotels, evening walks |
Apps that work in Lomé
Food delivery apps don't cover this area.
Ride-hailing
| App | Notes |
|---|---|
| Gozem | Cars and zem rides; fixed in-app prices |
- Maps: Google Maps
- Messaging: WhatsApp
- Gozem: Zem and car rides in Lomé
- Taxis: Taxis and zemidjan have no meters; agree fares first. Gozem is simpler and fixed price.
Cash, cards and tipping
What to carry and how to pay. Money in Togo.
- Mostly cash Mostly cash; cards work in some hotels and restaurants. Flooz and T-Money mobile money need a local SIM.
- Currency: Franc (XOF). US$1 ≈ CFA582.98 on 03 Oct 2026.
- ATMs: ATMs in Lomé cap withdrawals around 100,000–200,000 XOF; Visa is more widely accepted than Mastercard.
- Tipping: Not expected; round up or leave a few hundred XOF for good service.
- Paying by phone: Flooz (Moov) and T-Money (Togocom) are used locally but need a Togo SIM and account.
Before you go
Visa and entry
- Most visitors need an e-visa from the official Togo portal before travel; ECOWAS citizens are exempt.
- A yellow fever vaccination certificate is required on arrival.
- Passport must be valid six months beyond arrival; bring accommodation details and an onward ticket.
Emergency numbers
Police 117 · Fire 118
Plugs
Type C, E · 220 V, 50 Hz. Do I need an adapter?
SIM and eSIM
Buy at Lomé airport or carrier shops with your passport. Roughly 5,000–10,000 XOF for a month of data.
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Sources
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