Ouidah Benin Cycloville Tour: Hop on a unique mode of transportation

Ouidah by Tricycle – Between Memory, Spirituality and Heritage
Discover Ouidah in a different way: aboard a tricycle, also known as a tuk-tuk, your live guide will take you on a journey through time to explore the historical, spiritual and cultural treasures of one of the most iconic cities in West Africa.
The tour is structured around the following stages:
- The Slave Route
Walk the 4 km of this exceptional path of remembrance, where millions of women, men and children walked for the last time on their native soil before being deported to the Americas during the transatlantic slave trade. A moment of reflection, emotion, and collective memory that leaves a lasting impression.

- The Gate of No Return
This concrete memorial arch, adorned with sculptures by Beninese artists, symbolizes the point of no return for captives on their way to the slave ships. A powerful memorial site that is steeped in history. It is also the last stop on the Slave Route memorial tour.

- The Temple of the Pythons
Immerse yourself in the world of Vodun by visiting this sanctuary, unique in the world, where sacred royal pythons have coexisted with humans since the 17th century. Learn about the history of the sacred iroko tree, the sacred jar and the deity Lègba. For the most adventurous, you can even hold a royal python in your hands or place it around your neck for an unforgettable experience.

- The Basilica of the Immaculate Conception
Facing the Temple of the Pythons, this elegant basilica with European Gothic architecture, built between 1903 and 1909, stands as a testament to the remarkable interreligious tolerance that characterizes Ouidah. A powerful symbol of the peaceful coexistence of Catholicism and Vodun.

- The Zinsou Foundation Museum
Housed in a magnificent Afro-Brazilian style building, this museum of contemporary art, founded in 2005, celebrates the richness of African cultural creations. A must-visit stop to understand the dialogue between Africa and the rest of the world through art.

- The Sacred Forest of Kpassè
End your tour in this mystical and verdant place, a key site of Vodun, where nature and the sacred come together in an enchanting atmosphere.

Why should you choose this tour?

- A unique and enjoyable experience by tricycle
- 6 major sites in a single experience
- A journey at the crossroads of history, spirituality and art
- A passionate local guide to tell you about each place
- Unique and memorable photo opportunities
- An encounter with the sacred royal pythons
- An immersion in the historic city of Ouidah, birthplace of the Vodun religion


Ouidah is much more than a city: it is a crossroads of humanity, where every street, every temple and every monument tells a key chapter in world history. Come and experience it from the inside.