Practical Info — Visiting the Python Temple | Python Temple

Practical Info — Visiting the Python Temple | Python Temple

Temple de Pythons

Opening Hours

Every day from 9am to 6pm

Address

Rue du Temple, Ouidah, Bénin

Admission

From 3,000 FCFA

Phone

+2290100000000

Admission

Our Visit Packages

National Visitor

1 000 FCFA / adulte
500 FCFA / child

Rate reserved for Beninese nationals and residents.

~60 min

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International Visitor

2 000 FCFA / adulte
1 000 FCFA / child

Rate for foreign visitors and international tourists.

~60 min

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How to get there

From Cotonou Airport: 40 km (45 min by car/taxi)
From Cotonou: national road, direction Ouidah
Public transport: minibus (zem) from Cotonou
Zémidjan (motorbike-taxi) available in town
Free parking available in front of the temple
GPS: 6.3567° N, 2.0852° E

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Visitor Tips

Come early in the morning to avoid heat and crowds.
Wear covering clothing out of respect for the sacred place.
Cameras allowed — flash prohibited in sacred areas.
The pythons are harmless — you can touch them with the guide.
Allow at least 1h30 for a complete visit.
Multilingual guides (FR/EN/DE/ES) are available.