Liberia is a travel destination in Western Africa. Its capital is Monrovia. December and January are its two best months to visit, ranked on 1991–2020 climate averages.
Top places to visit in Liberia
Sapo National Park (natural, Sinoe County) — Largest protected rainforest in West Africa — pygmy hippopotamus, forest elephant, chimpanzee, and over 600 bird species in primary rainforest.
Providence Island (landmark, Montserrado County) — Small island in Monrovia harbour — landing site of freed American slaves in 1822 who founded Liberia; ruins of the original settlement.
Lake Piso (natural, Grand Cape Mount County) — Largest lake in Liberia behind a coastal lagoon — nesting sea turtles, waterfowl, pirogue fishing, and forest trails to the Atlantic shore.
Kpatawee Waterfall (natural, Bong County) — Stunning two-tier jungle waterfall in Bong County — crystalline pool at the base, accessible day hike, a favourite among Monrovia residents.
Buchanan (city, Grand Bassa County) — Second city and main port in Grand Bassa County — colonial architecture, surf beach, iron ore terminal, and Bassa cultural markets.
Cestos City Beaches (beach, River Cess County) — Remote Atlantic beaches near the Ivory Coast border — deserted white sand, powerful surf, and dense coastal forest with no development.
Mount Nimba (Liberia side) (natural, Nimba County) — Western slope of the UNESCO Nimba massif — rainforest access to Mount Nimba's viviparous toad habitat and the Liberia-Guinea-Côte d'Ivoire corner.
Firestone Rubber Plantation (landmark, Margibi County) — Historic 1926 plantation — once the world's largest single rubber estate; surreal avenues of rubber trees and a fascinating industrial landscape.
Monrovia Waterfront (city, Montserrado County) — Capital's ocean-facing strip — Ducor Palace Hotel ruins on a hill, Centennial Pavilion, Providence Island, and colourful fish markets.
East Nimba Nature Reserve (natural, Nimba County) — Community-managed forest buffer along the Nimba range — birdwatching, forest walks, and cross-border hiking potential with Guinea.