Ghana

Accra

Accra: Atlantic rhythms, warm streets, and a heartbeat of gold

Local time: UTC+0
Population: 2.6M
Safety

Cost of a day

$$$$$

Moderate

Food$$$$$About $39 a day: light breakfast, cheap lunch, mid-range dinner
Stay$$$$$3-star hotel about $78 a night for two
Transport$$$$$About $6.0 a day: 4 public transit rides

Exchange rate

GHS =

Rates from 2026-10-23, refreshed monthly.

Getting in

ACCKotoka International AirportMain international gateway, about 2 km from the centre.

How	Cost	Time
TroTro / shared taxiCity centre	GHS 5-15	20-40 min
Cheapest; walk out to the main road.
Ride app (Uber/Bolt/Yango)City centre	GHS 40-80	15-30 min
Fixed app price, no haggling.
TaxiCity centre	GHS 80-150	15-30 min
Use the official stand for a regulated fare.
TaxiAccra Mall / East Legon	GHS 100-180	20-35 min
Agree price first; drivers use landmarks.

Estimates, checked October 2026. Wikivoyage: Accra

Getting around

Use Uber, Bolt or a taxi with the fare agreed first; TroTros are the cheap local option.

MetroNo metro or tram in Accra. Don't plan around rail.
TroTroMinibuses are the main public transport. They run fixed routes and a 'mate' calls out destinations. Cheap but crowded.
Taxi / ride apps ★Taxis rarely use meters, so agree the fare before you ride. Uber, Bolt, Yango and InDrive all work and are easy to book.
Rental carHiring a car with a driver is common for sightseeing. Self-driving is possible but traffic is heavy.
WalkingFine by day in areas like Osu. Watch for open drains and fast traffic; avoid unlit streets at night.

Recommended stay★ 1 night (2 days)

One night suits you, since Nkrumah Memorial Park, Jamestown and the central market fit comfortably into a single day.

Best for

CultureJamestown, Makola Market and live highlife.
FoodJollof, waakye and chop bars across the city.

Weather by month

31°24°Jan🌧 4d

31°25°Feb🌧 8d

31°25°Mar🌧 13d

31°25°Apr🌧 14d

30°25°May🌧 21d

28°24°Jun🌧 24d

27°23°Jul🌧 17d

27°23°Aug🌧 15d

28°23°Sep🌧 20d

29°24°Oct🌧 21d

30°24°Nov🌧 14d

31°24°Dec🌧 8d

Average daily high / low (°C), sea temperature and rainy days. Typical figures, not a forecast.

Climate

Tropical and hot all year, around 27–31°C by day. A long rainy season runs roughly May to October.

Best time: December to FebruaryWarm days near 31°C and the fewest rain days, about 4–8 a month. Ideal for walking and the beaches.
Rainy season May to OctoberRain days peak at about 24 in June. Showers are often heavy but short; carry a rain jacket.
Hot and humid year-roundLows stay around 23–25°C, so nights are warm. Light, breathable clothes work best.
Pack an umbrellaFrom May to October, expect wet afternoons. A compact umbrella and dry bag help.
Rain slows trafficHeavy rain floods roads and jams traffic. Build extra time into taxi rides in the wet months.
What to packLight cotton clothes, sunscreen, a hat, mosquito repellent for evenings, and a light layer for air-conditioned rooms.

Landmarks 9

Must-see · 5

1
Kwame Nkrumah Memorial Park
This is the memorial and mausoleum of Ghana's first president, Kwame Nkrumah, and the most visited sight in Accra. It combines a museum, gardens and the tomb itself, so it gives a first-time visitor the country's modern history in one stop. Go in the morning to avoid the midday heat, and bring small cash for the modest entry fee.
2
Independence Square, Accra
This vast ceremonial square on the coast is where Ghana marks its independence, with the Black Star Gate and memorial arches as its icons. It is free to walk around and best visited early morning or late afternoon for cooler air and better light. It sits close to Osu, so you can combine it with a walk through that district.
3
Osu Castle
A centuries-old coastal fort that served as seat of government for much of Ghana's history, it is a key stop for understanding the city's colonial and post-independence past. Access is often restricted because it remains a state building, so check opening arrangements before you go rather than assuming you can walk in. It is a short drive from Independence Square.
4
Makola Market
Accra's biggest and busiest market is a full sensory experience of food, fabric and everyday commerce, and it is a must for seeing the city at work. Go early in the morning when it is cooler and less crowded, and keep valuables close in the narrow lanes. It is central and easy to reach by taxi or trotro.
5
Jamestown Lighthouse
The lighthouse stands over the old Jamestown harbour, one of the city's oldest quarters, with good views over the fishing community and coastline. Come in the late afternoon for softer light and a walk around the nearby streets. It is west of the centre and best reached by taxi.

Cultural

Historical Square 1

Tower 1

Modern History 1

Market 1

Museum 2

Castle 1

Natural

Beach 1

Activities

Food 1

Day trips from Accra

Cape Coast · 2 h 50 by road

★★★★★ · Full day · 168 km from Accra

Best way: At 170 minutes each way by car, the trip exceeds 2h30 and public transport is slow, with the bus taking 6h 43m via Tema, so a tour avoids the long travel and last-mile problem.

Take a direct bus or intercity coach from Accra's Kaneshie or Circle terminals to Cape Coast (about 2.5 to 3 hours), then a taxi to the castle and Kakum; plan an early start for the return.

Bus6 h 43
Car2 h 50 · taxi ≈ 710 GHS

What to see

Cape Coast Castle
Kakum National Park canopy walkway
Fishing harbour and beach
Town centre and local markets

1 landmark quest to check off here

Good to know

Direct coaches from Kaneshie or Circle take about 2.5 to 3 hours; avoid the slower Tema routing.
Plan an early start for the return journey.

Aburi · 34 min by road

★★★☆☆ · Half day · 31 km from Accra

Best way: The 34-minute drive beats the 2h 50m bus, which involves a change at Adenta Barrier, so a taxi is clearly the faster option for this short trip.

Take a tro-tro or taxi from Accra's Circle or Kaneshie area toward Aburi (about 1 hour); the botanical gardens are a short local taxi ride from the town centre, and you can return the same way.

Bus2 h 50
Car ★34 min · taxi ≈ 160 GHS

What to see

Aburi Botanical Gardens
Mountain views from the hill station
Aburi town centre and craft stalls
Local cafés and fresh fruit stands

Good to know

Take a tro-tro or taxi from Circle or Kaneshie, about 1 hour to Aburi.
The botanical gardens are a short local taxi ride from the town centre.
You can return the same way.

Times and prices are typical one-way estimates (train and bus: Omio / Rome2Rio route data; taxi: local tariff × road distance, tolls extra). Exact prices are on the booking page.

Plans

Accra rewards visitors with lively markets, Atlantic beaches, and a deep cultural pulse. Pick how long you have and what you enjoy most. Prices checked October 2026; ≈ marks estimates.

How long?

What do you enjoy most?

Day trip · Culture

One focused day on Accra's history and markets, all in and around Osu.

Stay: Osu. Walk to restaurants, bars and Oxford Street shops. Central for nightlife and easy taxi rides to the old town.

Tickets & tours: ≈ GHS 90
Taxis: ≈ GHS 422

Day 1

History, market and Jamestown

Tickets ≈ GHS 90 pp · taxis ≈ GHS 422

Approximate route · map © OpenStreetMap contributors

Taxi from your hotel · 5 km · ≈ 21 min · ≈ GHS 59
1

09:00–10:15 · ≈ GHS 20–40 for non-Ghanaians; check on the day

Kwame Nkrumah Memorial Park Landmark quest

Start early to beat the heat. Check hours on the day.

Open Daily roughly 09:00–17:00
Taxi · 2 km · ≈ 12 min · ≈ GHS 48
2

10:30–11:15 · Free to walk the square

Independence Square Landmark quest

Short walk or quick taxi from the park. Open-air, so bring water.

Open Open daily; best in daylight
Taxi · 2 km · ≈ 12 min · ≈ GHS 49
3

11:30–12:30 · Free to enter; bring small cash for purchases

Makola Market Landmark quest

Weekday mornings are calmer. Keep bags close and ask before photos.

Open Mon–Sat roughly 06:00–18:00 · quieter Sundays
Taxi · 9 km · ≈ 34 min · ≈ GHS 75
4

12:45–13:45 · ≈ GHS 30–80 a plate at a sit-down spot

Jollof Rice (Ghana) Landmark quest

Lunch. Ask your driver for a busy local spot nearby.

Open Mostly lunch and dinner
Taxi · 11 km · ≈ 42 min · ≈ GHS 84
5

15:30–16:15 · Small entry fee, roughly GHS 5–20 — check on the day

Jamestown Lighthouse Landmark quest

Daylight only. Late afternoon light is best for photos.

Open Daylight hours only
Taxi · 6 km · ≈ 25 min · ≈ GHS 64
6

18:00–19:00 · Free

Osu Oxford Street walk

Evening stroll for food and people-watching.

Open Day and evening
Taxi back to your hotel · 402 m · ≈ 6 min · ≈ GHS 42

1 night · Culture ★ Recommended length

History first: Nkrumah, Independence Square and Jamestown in one tight loop.

Stay: Osu. Walk to restaurants, bars and Oxford Street shops. Central for nightlife and easy taxi rides to the old town.

Tickets & tours: ≈ GHS 130
Taxis: ≈ GHS 488
Hotel: GHS 350–900

Day 1

Arrive and walk Osu

Tickets ≈ GHS 90 pp · taxis ≈ GHS 177

Approximate route · map © OpenStreetMap contributors

Taxi from your hotel · 402 m · ≈ 6 min · ≈ GHS 42
1

16:30–17:30 · Free

Osu Oxford Street walk

Easy start on Oxford Street. Keep valuables close in crowds.

Open Day and evening
Taxi · 7 km · ≈ 28 min · ≈ GHS 67
2

18:00–19:00 · ≈ GHS 30–80 a plate at a sit-down spot

Jollof Rice (Ghana) Landmark quest

Dinner nearby. Ask for the local jollof, not the party version.

Open Mostly lunch and dinner
Taxi · 7 km · ≈ 29 min · ≈ GHS 68
3

19:30–20:30 · ≈ GHS 20–60 per dish

Osu Night Market food stalls

Evening food stalls. Bring small cash.

Open Evening into late night

Day 2

Monuments and old town

Tickets ≈ GHS 40 pp · taxis ≈ GHS 311

Approximate route · map © OpenStreetMap contributors

Taxi from your hotel · 5 km · ≈ 21 min · ≈ GHS 59
1

09:00–10:15 · ≈ GHS 20–40 for non-Ghanaians; check on the day

Kwame Nkrumah Memorial Park Landmark quest

Go early for cooler air. Check the day's hours at the gate.

Open Daily roughly 09:00–17:00
Taxi · 2 km · ≈ 12 min · ≈ GHS 48
2

10:30–11:15 · Free to walk the square

Independence Square Landmark quest

Short walk from the park. Open air, so bring water and a hat.

Open Open daily; best in daylight
Taxi · 156 m · ≈ 6 min · ≈ GHS 41
3

11:30–12:00 · Free

Black Star Square sunset walk

Next to Independence Square. Daylight only.

Open Daylight and early evening
Taxi · 2 km · ≈ 13 min · ≈ GHS 49
4

12:30–13:30 · Free to enter; bring small cash for purchases

Makola Market Landmark quest

Weekday morning is calmer. Watch your footing and your bag.

Open Mon–Sat roughly 06:00–18:00 · quieter Sundays
Taxi · 2 km · ≈ 12 min · ≈ GHS 49
5

15:00–15:45 · Small entry fee, roughly GHS 5–20 — check on the day

Jamestown Lighthouse Landmark quest

Short taxi ride. Daylight hours only.

Open Daylight hours only
Taxi back to your hotel · 6 km · ≈ 26 min · ≈ GHS 65

1 night · Food ★ Recommended length

Eat your way through Osu and Labone, with a market stop for the real thing.

Stay: Osu. Walk to restaurants, bars and Oxford Street shops. Central for nightlife and easy taxi rides to the old town.

Tickets & tours: ≈ GHS 320
Taxis: ≈ GHS 443
Hotel: GHS 350–900

Day 1

Market, lunch, night market

Tickets ≈ GHS 170 pp · taxis ≈ GHS 243

Approximate route · map © OpenStreetMap contributors

Taxi from your hotel · 5 km · ≈ 21 min · ≈ GHS 59
1

09:30–10:30 · Free to enter; bring small cash for purchases

Makola Market Landmark quest

Go early on a weekday. Bring small notes for produce.

Open Mon–Sat roughly 06:00–18:00 · quieter Sundays
Taxi · 9 km · ≈ 34 min · ≈ GHS 75
2

12:00–13:00 · ≈ GHS 30–80 a plate at a sit-down spot

Jollof Rice (Ghana) Landmark quest

Lunch. Portions are big; share if you are not very hungry.

Open Mostly lunch and dinner
Taxi · 7 km · ≈ 28 min · ≈ GHS 67
3

15:00–16:00 · Free

Osu Oxford Street walk

Coffee and snacks along the way.

Open Day and evening
4

19:00–20:15 · ≈ GHS 80–180 a main

Duke of York restaurant

Book ahead at weekends. Dinner is the main meal here.

Open Lunch and dinner
Taxi back to your hotel · 469 m · ≈ 7 min · ≈ GHS 42

Day 2

Brunch and beach food

Tickets ≈ GHS 150 pp · taxis ≈ GHS 200

Approximate route · map © OpenStreetMap contributors

Taxi from your hotel · 2 km · ≈ 11 min · ≈ GHS 47
1

09:30–10:30 · ≈ GHS 60–140 for coffee and a plate

Labone coffee and brunch strip

Mostly daytime places. Some close early afternoon.

Open Mostly daytime
Taxi · 2 km · ≈ 13 min · ≈ GHS 50
2

11:00–11:45 · Free to browse

Artists Alliance Gallery

Nearby gallery. Check hours on the day.

Open Roughly Mon–Sat 09:00–18:00 — check on the day
Taxi · 918 m · ≈ 8 min · ≈ GHS 44
3

13:00–15:00 · ≈ GHS 10–30 entry — check on the day

Labadi Beach

Weekends are busiest. Eat at the beach shacks and pay in cash.

Open Daytime; busiest weekends
Taxi · 5 km · ≈ 21 min · ≈ GHS 60
4

18:30–19:30 · ≈ GHS 20–60 per dish

Osu Night Market food stalls

Back in Osu for evening stalls.

Open Evening into late night

1 night · Beach ★ Recommended length

One beach day plus the city's best sunset spots.

Stay: Labone. Leafy and calm, with cafés and embassies nearby. A short ride from Osu and the beaches.

Tickets & tours: ≈ GHS 250
Taxis: ≈ GHS 622
Hotel: GHS 450–1,100

Day 1

City icons, then the coast

Tickets ≈ GHS 160 pp · taxis ≈ GHS 376

Approximate route · map © OpenStreetMap contributors

Taxi from your hotel · 4 km · ≈ 19 min · ≈ GHS 57
1

09:00–09:45 · Free to walk the square

Independence Square Landmark quest

Early morning is cooler and quieter.

Open Open daily; best in daylight
Taxi · 3 km · ≈ 17 min · ≈ GHS 54
2

10:30–11:15 · Small entry fee, roughly GHS 5–20 — check on the day

Jamestown Lighthouse Landmark quest

Short taxi. Daylight only.

Open Daylight hours only
Taxi · 11 km · ≈ 42 min · ≈ GHS 84
3

12:30–13:30 · ≈ GHS 30–80 a plate at a sit-down spot

Jollof Rice (Ghana) Landmark quest

Lunch before the beach.

Open Mostly lunch and dinner
Taxi · 9 km · ≈ 36 min · ≈ GHS 77
4

14:00–16:00 · ≈ GHS 10–30 entry — check on the day

Labadi Beach

Busiest at weekends. Keep an eye on your things.

Open Daytime; busiest weekends
Taxi · 5 km · ≈ 20 min · ≈ GHS 58
5

18:00–19:00 · Drinks ≈ GHS 50–120

Kempinski Gold Coast rooftop view

Sunset drinks. Dress smart casual.

Open Evening
Taxi back to your hotel · 1430 m · ≈ 10 min · ≈ GHS 46

Day 2

Slow morning and departure

Tickets ≈ GHS 90 pp · taxis ≈ GHS 246

Approximate route · map © OpenStreetMap contributors

Taxi from your hotel · 699 m · ≈ 7 min · ≈ GHS 43
1

09:00–10:00 · ≈ GHS 60–140 for coffee and a plate

Labone coffee and brunch strip

Brunch near the beach area.

Open Mostly daytime
Taxi · 2 km · ≈ 13 min · ≈ GHS 50
2

10:30–11:15 · Free to browse

Artists Alliance Gallery

Good for gifts. Check hours on the day.

Open Roughly Mon–Sat 09:00–18:00 — check on the day
Taxi · 10 km · ≈ 38 min · ≈ GHS 79
3

12:00–13:30 · Free to enter

Accra Mall

Air-conditioned stop before the airport. About 20 minutes by taxi.

Open Daily roughly 09:00–21:00
Taxi back to your hotel · 9 km · ≈ 34 min · ≈ GHS 74

1 night · Culture ★ Recommended length

History first: Nkrumah, Independence Square and Jamestown in one tight loop.

Stay: Osu. Walk to restaurants, bars and Oxford Street shops. Central for nightlife and easy taxi rides to the old town.

Tickets & tours: ≈ GHS 130
Taxis: ≈ GHS 488
Hotel: GHS 350–900

Day 1

Arrive and walk Osu

Tickets ≈ GHS 90 pp · taxis ≈ GHS 177

Approximate route · map © OpenStreetMap contributors

Taxi from your hotel · 402 m · ≈ 6 min · ≈ GHS 42
1

16:30–17:30 · Free

Osu Oxford Street walk

Easy start on Oxford Street. Keep valuables close in crowds.

Open Day and evening
Taxi · 7 km · ≈ 28 min · ≈ GHS 67
2

18:00–19:00 · ≈ GHS 30–80 a plate at a sit-down spot

Jollof Rice (Ghana) Landmark quest

Dinner nearby. Ask for the local jollof, not the party version.

Open Mostly lunch and dinner
Taxi · 7 km · ≈ 29 min · ≈ GHS 68
3

19:30–20:30 · ≈ GHS 20–60 per dish

Osu Night Market food stalls

Evening food stalls. Bring small cash.

Open Evening into late night

Day 2

Monuments and old town

Tickets ≈ GHS 40 pp · taxis ≈ GHS 311

Approximate route · map © OpenStreetMap contributors

Taxi from your hotel · 5 km · ≈ 21 min · ≈ GHS 59
1

09:00–10:15 · ≈ GHS 20–40 for non-Ghanaians; check on the day

Kwame Nkrumah Memorial Park Landmark quest

Go early for cooler air. Check the day's hours at the gate.

Open Daily roughly 09:00–17:00
Taxi · 2 km · ≈ 12 min · ≈ GHS 48
2

10:30–11:15 · Free to walk the square

Independence Square Landmark quest

Short walk from the park. Open air, so bring water and a hat.

Open Open daily; best in daylight
Taxi · 156 m · ≈ 6 min · ≈ GHS 41
3

11:30–12:00 · Free

Black Star Square sunset walk

Next to Independence Square. Daylight only.

Open Daylight and early evening
Taxi · 2 km · ≈ 13 min · ≈ GHS 49
4

12:30–13:30 · Free to enter; bring small cash for purchases

Makola Market Landmark quest

Weekday morning is calmer. Watch your footing and your bag.

Open Mon–Sat roughly 06:00–18:00 · quieter Sundays
Taxi · 2 km · ≈ 12 min · ≈ GHS 49
5

15:00–15:45 · Small entry fee, roughly GHS 5–20 — check on the day

Jamestown Lighthouse Landmark quest

Short taxi ride. Daylight hours only.

Open Daylight hours only
Taxi back to your hotel · 6 km · ≈ 26 min · ≈ GHS 65

1 night · Food ★ Recommended length

Eat your way through Osu and Labone, with a market stop for the real thing.

Stay: Osu. Walk to restaurants, bars and Oxford Street shops. Central for nightlife and easy taxi rides to the old town.

Tickets & tours: ≈ GHS 320
Taxis: ≈ GHS 443
Hotel: GHS 350–900

Day 1

Market, lunch, night market

Tickets ≈ GHS 170 pp · taxis ≈ GHS 243

Approximate route · map © OpenStreetMap contributors

Taxi from your hotel · 5 km · ≈ 21 min · ≈ GHS 59
1

09:30–10:30 · Free to enter; bring small cash for purchases

Makola Market Landmark quest

Go early on a weekday. Bring small notes for produce.

Open Mon–Sat roughly 06:00–18:00 · quieter Sundays
Taxi · 9 km · ≈ 34 min · ≈ GHS 75
2

12:00–13:00 · ≈ GHS 30–80 a plate at a sit-down spot

Jollof Rice (Ghana) Landmark quest

Lunch. Portions are big; share if you are not very hungry.

Open Mostly lunch and dinner
Taxi · 7 km · ≈ 28 min · ≈ GHS 67
3

15:00–16:00 · Free

Osu Oxford Street walk

Coffee and snacks along the way.

Open Day and evening
4

19:00–20:15 · ≈ GHS 80–180 a main

Duke of York restaurant

Book ahead at weekends. Dinner is the main meal here.

Open Lunch and dinner
Taxi back to your hotel · 469 m · ≈ 7 min · ≈ GHS 42

Day 2

Brunch and beach food

Tickets ≈ GHS 150 pp · taxis ≈ GHS 200

Approximate route · map © OpenStreetMap contributors

Taxi from your hotel · 2 km · ≈ 11 min · ≈ GHS 47
1

09:30–10:30 · ≈ GHS 60–140 for coffee and a plate

Labone coffee and brunch strip

Mostly daytime places. Some close early afternoon.

Open Mostly daytime
Taxi · 2 km · ≈ 13 min · ≈ GHS 50
2

11:00–11:45 · Free to browse

Artists Alliance Gallery

Nearby gallery. Check hours on the day.

Open Roughly Mon–Sat 09:00–18:00 — check on the day
Taxi · 918 m · ≈ 8 min · ≈ GHS 44
3

13:00–15:00 · ≈ GHS 10–30 entry — check on the day

Labadi Beach

Weekends are busiest. Eat at the beach shacks and pay in cash.

Open Daytime; busiest weekends
Taxi · 5 km · ≈ 21 min · ≈ GHS 60
4

18:30–19:30 · ≈ GHS 20–60 per dish

Osu Night Market food stalls

Back in Osu for evening stalls.

Open Evening into late night

1 night · Beach ★ Recommended length

One beach day plus the city's best sunset spots.

Stay: Labone. Leafy and calm, with cafés and embassies nearby. A short ride from Osu and the beaches.

Tickets & tours: ≈ GHS 250
Taxis: ≈ GHS 622
Hotel: GHS 450–1,100

Day 1

City icons, then the coast

Tickets ≈ GHS 160 pp · taxis ≈ GHS 376

Approximate route · map © OpenStreetMap contributors

Taxi from your hotel · 4 km · ≈ 19 min · ≈ GHS 57
1

09:00–09:45 · Free to walk the square

Independence Square Landmark quest

Early morning is cooler and quieter.

Open Open daily; best in daylight
Taxi · 3 km · ≈ 17 min · ≈ GHS 54
2

10:30–11:15 · Small entry fee, roughly GHS 5–20 — check on the day

Jamestown Lighthouse Landmark quest

Short taxi. Daylight only.

Open Daylight hours only
Taxi · 11 km · ≈ 42 min · ≈ GHS 84
3

12:30–13:30 · ≈ GHS 30–80 a plate at a sit-down spot

Jollof Rice (Ghana) Landmark quest

Lunch before the beach.

Open Mostly lunch and dinner
Taxi · 9 km · ≈ 36 min · ≈ GHS 77
4

14:00–16:00 · ≈ GHS 10–30 entry — check on the day

Labadi Beach

Busiest at weekends. Keep an eye on your things.

Open Daytime; busiest weekends
Taxi · 5 km · ≈ 20 min · ≈ GHS 58
5

18:00–19:00 · Drinks ≈ GHS 50–120

Kempinski Gold Coast rooftop view

Sunset drinks. Dress smart casual.

Open Evening
Taxi back to your hotel · 1430 m · ≈ 10 min · ≈ GHS 46

Day 2

Slow morning and departure

Tickets ≈ GHS 90 pp · taxis ≈ GHS 246

Approximate route · map © OpenStreetMap contributors

Taxi from your hotel · 699 m · ≈ 7 min · ≈ GHS 43
1

09:00–10:00 · ≈ GHS 60–140 for coffee and a plate

Labone coffee and brunch strip

Brunch near the beach area.

Open Mostly daytime
Taxi · 2 km · ≈ 13 min · ≈ GHS 50
2

10:30–11:15 · Free to browse

Artists Alliance Gallery

Good for gifts. Check hours on the day.

Open Roughly Mon–Sat 09:00–18:00 — check on the day
Taxi · 10 km · ≈ 38 min · ≈ GHS 79
3

12:00–13:30 · Free to enter

Accra Mall

Air-conditioned stop before the airport. About 20 minutes by taxi.

Open Daily roughly 09:00–21:00
Taxi back to your hotel · 9 km · ≈ 34 min · ≈ GHS 74

2 nights · Culture

First-timers who want the history core: Nkrumah, Jamestown and Makola, with evenings in Osu.

Stay: Osu. Walk to restaurants, bars and Oxford Street shops. Central for nightlife and easy taxi rides to the old town.

Tickets & tours: ≈ GHS 480
Taxis: ≈ GHS 636
Hotel: GHS 700–1,800

Day 1

Arrive, Nkrumah Park and the coast

Tickets ≈ GHS 80 pp · taxis ≈ GHS 331

Approximate route · map © OpenStreetMap contributors

Taxi from your hotel · 5 km · ≈ 21 min · ≈ GHS 59
1

10:00–11:15 · ≈ GHS 20–40 for non-Ghanaians; check on the day

Kwame Nkrumah Memorial Park Landmark quest

Start early; it gets hot by midday. Entry fee is modest — check on the day.

Open Daily roughly 09:00–17:00
Taxi · 2 km · ≈ 12 min · ≈ GHS 48
2

11:30–12:15 · Free to walk the square

Independence Square Landmark quest

Short walk or quick taxi from the park. Bring water and a hat.

Open Open daily; best in daylight
Taxi · 156 m · ≈ 6 min · ≈ GHS 41
3

12:30–13:00 · Free

Black Star Square sunset walk

Next to Independence Square; best light is later, but midday works for photos.

Open Daylight and early evening
Taxi · 8 km · ≈ 33 min · ≈ GHS 74
4

13:15–14:15 · ≈ GHS 30–80 a plate at a sit-down spot

Jollof Rice (Ghana) Landmark quest

Lunch. Ask your driver for a well-known local spot in Osu.

Open Mostly lunch and dinner
Taxi · 7 km · ≈ 28 min · ≈ GHS 67
5

18:30–19:30 · Free

Osu Oxford Street walk

Evening stroll on Oxford Street; keep bags close and expect friendly sellers.

Open Day and evening
Taxi back to your hotel · 402 m · ≈ 6 min · ≈ GHS 42

Day 2

Old Accra and markets

Tickets ≈ GHS 400 pp · taxis ≈ GHS 305

Approximate route · map © OpenStreetMap contributors

Taxi from your hotel · 5 km · ≈ 20 min · ≈ GHS 58
1

08:30–11:30 · ≈ GHS 150–400 per person — confirm inclusions

Accra city walking tour

Morning walking tour; book ahead and confirm the meeting point.

Open Usually morning departures
Taxi · 595 m · ≈ 7 min · ≈ GHS 42
2

12:00–13:00 · Free to enter; bring small cash for purchases

Makola Market Landmark quest

Weekday morning is calmer, but midday still works. Go with a guide and don't photograph people without asking.

Open Mon–Sat roughly 06:00–18:00 · quieter Sundays
Taxi · 1257 m · ≈ 9 min · ≈ GHS 45
3

14:00–15:15 · ≈ GHS 10–30 — check on the day

National Museum of Ghana

Verify it is open before you go — hours vary.

Open Roughly Tue–Sun daytime — verify before going
Taxi · 3 km · ≈ 16 min · ≈ GHS 54
4

16:30–17:15 · Small entry fee, roughly GHS 5–20 — check on the day

Jamestown Lighthouse Landmark quest

Late afternoon light. Daylight only; arrange a taxi back before dark.

Open Daylight hours only
Taxi · 6 km · ≈ 25 min · ≈ GHS 64
5

19:00–20:15 · ≈ GHS 80–180 a main

Duke of York restaurant

Dinner in Osu. Book ahead on weekends.

Open Lunch and dinner
Taxi back to your hotel · 469 m · ≈ 7 min · ≈ GHS 42

2 nights · Food

Eaters who want jollof, market snacks and street food, with culture in between meals.

Stay: Osu. Walk to restaurants, bars and Oxford Street shops. Central for nightlife and easy taxi rides to the old town.

Tickets & tours: ≈ GHS 410
Taxis: ≈ GHS 676
Hotel: GHS 700–1,800

Day 1

Market morning and Osu evening

Tickets ≈ GHS 180 pp · taxis ≈ GHS 318

Approximate route · map © OpenStreetMap contributors

Taxi from your hotel · 2 km · ≈ 11 min · ≈ GHS 47
1

08:30–09:30 · ≈ GHS 60–140 for coffee and a plate

Labone coffee and brunch strip

Coffee and brunch to start. Mostly daytime places.

Open Mostly daytime
Taxi · 6 km · ≈ 26 min · ≈ GHS 66
2

10:30–11:30 · Free to enter; bring small cash for purchases

Makola Market Landmark quest

Weekday morning is best. Try local snacks; prices are low, carry small notes.

Open Mon–Sat roughly 06:00–18:00 · quieter Sundays
Taxi · 9 km · ≈ 34 min · ≈ GHS 75
3

13:00–14:00 · ≈ GHS 30–80 a plate at a sit-down spot

Jollof Rice (Ghana) Landmark quest

Lunch — this is the classic Ghanaian jollof stop.

Open Mostly lunch and dinner
Taxi · 9 km · ≈ 33 min · ≈ GHS 74
4

15:00–15:45 · Free to browse

Artists Alliance Gallery

Gallery in Labone; roughly Mon–Sat, check on the day.

Open Roughly Mon–Sat 09:00–18:00 — check on the day
Taxi · 4 km · ≈ 18 min · ≈ GHS 56
5

19:30–20:30 · ≈ GHS 20–60 per dish

Osu Night Market food stalls

Evening food stalls in Osu. Go with someone who knows the area; eat where it's busy.

Open Evening into late night

Day 2

History, then a long dinner

Tickets ≈ GHS 230 pp · taxis ≈ GHS 358

Taxi from your hotel · 5 km · ≈ 21 min · ≈ GHS 59
1

09:00–10:15 · ≈ GHS 20–40 for non-Ghanaians; check on the day

Kwame Nkrumah Memorial Park Landmark quest

Morning is cooler. Entry fee is modest — check on the day.

Open Daily roughly 09:00–17:00
Taxi · 2 km · ≈ 12 min · ≈ GHS 48
2

10:45–11:30 · Free to walk the square

Independence Square Landmark quest

Short taxi ride. Open daily, best in daylight.

Open Open daily; best in daylight
Taxi · 11 km · ≈ 43 min · ≈ GHS 86
3

13:00–14:30 · Free to enter

Accra Mall

Air-conditioned lunch stop; about 20–30 minutes by taxi from central Accra.

Open Daily roughly 09:00–21:00
Taxi · 10 km · ≈ 38 min · ≈ GHS 79
4

17:30–18:30 · Drinks ≈ GHS 50–120

Kempinski Gold Coast rooftop view

Sunset drinks with a skyline view. Smart-casual; prices are hotel-level.

Open Evening
Taxi · 800 m · ≈ 8 min · ≈ GHS 43
5

19:30–20:45 · ≈ GHS 80–180 a main

Duke of York restaurant

Dinner in Osu. Book ahead.

Open Lunch and dinner
Taxi back to your hotel · 469 m · ≈ 7 min · ≈ GHS 42

2 nights · Beach

A slower trip: one full beach day at Labadi plus the city highlights in the mornings.

Stay: Labone. Leafy and calm, with cafés and embassies nearby. A short ride from Osu and the beaches.

Tickets & tours: ≈ GHS 270
Taxis: ≈ GHS 661
Hotel: GHS 900–2,200

Day 1

City morning, beach afternoon

Tickets ≈ GHS 50 pp · taxis ≈ GHS 290

Taxi from your hotel · 6 km · ≈ 26 min · ≈ GHS 65
1

09:00–10:15 · ≈ GHS 20–40 for non-Ghanaians; check on the day

Kwame Nkrumah Memorial Park Landmark quest

Go early before the heat. Entry fee is modest — check on the day.

Open Daily roughly 09:00–17:00
Taxi · 2 km · ≈ 12 min · ≈ GHS 48
2

10:45–11:30 · Free to walk the square

Independence Square Landmark quest

Nearby; open daily, best in daylight.

Open Open daily; best in daylight
Taxi · 7 km · ≈ 30 min · ≈ GHS 69
3

13:00–15:00 · ≈ GHS 10–30 entry — check on the day

Labadi Beach

About 20–30 minutes by taxi. Busiest at weekends; small entry fee — check on the day.

Open Daytime; busiest weekends
Taxi · 5 km · ≈ 22 min · ≈ GHS 61
4

18:30–19:30 · Free

Osu Oxford Street walk

Evening walk and dinner on Oxford Street.

Open Day and evening
Taxi back to your hotel · 2 km · ≈ 10 min · ≈ GHS 46

Day 2

Market, gallery, sunset

Tickets ≈ GHS 220 pp · taxis ≈ GHS 371

Taxi from your hotel · 6 km · ≈ 25 min · ≈ GHS 64
1

09:00–10:00 · Free to enter; bring small cash for purchases

Makola Market Landmark quest

Weekday morning is calmest. Go with a guide.

Open Mon–Sat roughly 06:00–18:00 · quieter Sundays
Taxi · 9 km · ≈ 34 min · ≈ GHS 75
2

11:30–12:15 · Free to browse

Artists Alliance Gallery

Labone gallery; roughly Mon–Sat, check on the day.

Open Roughly Mon–Sat 09:00–18:00 — check on the day
Taxi · 2 km · ≈ 13 min · ≈ GHS 50
3

13:00–14:00 · ≈ GHS 60–140 for coffee and a plate

Labone coffee and brunch strip

Brunch-style lunch on the Labone strip.

Open Mostly daytime
Taxi · 8 km · ≈ 31 min · ≈ GHS 71
4

16:30–17:15 · Small entry fee, roughly GHS 5–20 — check on the day

Jamestown Lighthouse Landmark quest

Late afternoon light. Daylight only; arrange a taxi back.

Open Daylight hours only
Taxi · 6 km · ≈ 25 min · ≈ GHS 64
5

19:00–20:15 · ≈ GHS 80–180 a main

Duke of York restaurant

Dinner in Osu to finish.

Open Lunch and dinner
Taxi back to your hotel · 2 km · ≈ 11 min · ≈ GHS 47

Swap in instead

Add a day for Cape Coast and Elmina castles, about 2–3 hours west by road. Go early and hire a driver.
Swap one city day for Aburi Botanical Gardens and the hills, roughly an hour north of Accra.
Beach lovers can trade a city afternoon for Bojo Beach or a boat trip on the Volta near Ada.

Getting around

No metro or tram; TroTros (minibuses) are the main public transport.
TroTros run fixed routes; a 'mate' calls out destinations.
Taxis rarely use meters; agree the fare before you ride.
Ride apps that work: Uber, Bolt, Yango, InDrive.
Hiring a car with driver is common for sightseeing.
Walking is fine by day; watch for open drains and traffic.

Where to stay

Osu · ≈ GHS 350–900 a night
Walk to restaurants, bars and Oxford Street shops. Central for nightlife and easy taxi rides to the old town.
Airport Residential · ≈ GHS 600–1,400 a night
Closest to the airport and big hotels. Quiet streets, good for early flights and business trips.
Labone · ≈ GHS 450–1,100 a night
Leafy and calm, with cafés and embassies nearby. A short ride from Osu and the beaches.
Cantonments · ≈ GHS 700–1,600 a night
Quiet, upscale and central. Good for longer stays and travellers who want space and security.

Food & drink

Try Ghanaian staples: jollof rice, waakye (rice and beans), banku with tilapia, and fufu with light soup.
Chop bars are cheap local canteens. Expect a filling plate for roughly GHS 30–60; check the price first.
For red-red (beans, plantain and palm oil) and grilled tilapia, look around Osu and Labadi.
Street snacks: kelewele (spiced fried plantain), kebab skewers and roasted corn. Eat where it is busy and freshly cooked.
Book ahead for popular weekend spots. Many kitchens close early on Sundays; check on the day.

Tips

Use Uber or Bolt for reliable, safe transport instead of navigating tro-tros
Visit the Independence Square and the Kwame Nkrumah Memorial Park
The local music and nightlife scene is incredibly dynamic and famous across West Africa
Wear light, breathable clothing due to the intense humidity
Respect local customs when visiting, particularly in the older Ga neighborhoods

Sources for prices and hours

Taxi costs are estimates from straight-line distance and the metered fare. Map positions are approximate.

Tours & activities

Take this tour to unlock 3 landmark quests

Kwame Nkrumah Memorial Park

Independence Square, Accra

Makola Market

Visit Accra's iconic landmarks and bustling markets
Learn about the city's history and modern charm
160 reviews · 4.7 rating

Half or full dayCultural focus

Accra Guided City Tour Cultural and Historical Experience

GetYourGuide · ★ 4.7 (160)

$60View tour

Take this tour to unlock 1 landmark quest

Osu Castle

Explore Cape Coast and Elmina castles
Walk the canopy at Kakum National Park
216 reviews · 4.7 rating

Day tripCastle visits

Cape Coast Castle, Elmina Castle & Kakum National Park Tour

GetYourGuide · ★ 4.7 (216)

$140View tour

Take this tour to unlock 1 landmark quest

Labadi Beach

Hike Shai Hills and spot wildlife on safari
Cruise the Volta River near Akosombo
17 reviews · 4.7 rating

Full dayWildlife and boat

Accra: Shia Hills Safari & Akosombo Boat Cruise Day Tour

GetYourGuide · ★ 4.7 (17)

$130View tour

Take this tour to unlock 1 landmark quest

W.E.B. Du Bois Memorial Centre

See artworks telling the story of the Trans-Atlantic Slave Trade
Visit the Nkyinkyim Museum with a guide
3 reviews · 4.5 rating

Half dayArt and history

Half Day Tour of Nkyinkyim Museum

GetYourGuide · ★ 4.5 (3)

$150View tour

Souvenirs

Kente woven stole

GHS 250–6001 narrow stole · shop prices

Kente is a traditional woven cloth of Ghana. Visitors often buy it as a stole or scarf to show a link to Accra's craft culture.

Where: Textile shop at Accra Arts Centre

Check whether the cloth is printed or hand-woven. Hand-woven pieces cost more and look different.

Unrefined Ghanaian shea butter

GHS 40–100100 to 200 g · estimate

This shea butter is made by women producers in Ghana. It is a natural skin and body product from the country.

Where: Global Mamas, Osu

Check the label for added fragrance if you want a plain, unscented product.

Krobo recycled glass beaded bracelet

GHS 80–2501 bracelet · estimate

Krobo is a region in Ghana known for recycled glass bead making. These bracelets are made from reused glass, so each piece is different.

Where: Wild Gecko Handicrafts, East Legon

Confirm the shop's location before you go, as its handicraft market may move.

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Kwame Nkrumah Memorial Park

Independence Square, Accra

Osu Castle

Makola Market

Jamestown Lighthouse

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Kwame Nkrumah Memorial Park Landmark quest

Independence Square Landmark quest

Makola Market Landmark quest

Jollof Rice (Ghana) Landmark quest

Jamestown Lighthouse Landmark quest

Osu Oxford Street walk

Labone coffee and brunch strip

Makola Market Landmark quest

Jollof Rice (Ghana) Landmark quest

Accra Mall

Osu Night Market food stalls

Labadi Beach

Jollof Rice (Ghana) Landmark quest

Artists Alliance Gallery

Kempinski Gold Coast rooftop view

Osu Oxford Street walk

Jollof Rice (Ghana) Landmark quest

Osu Night Market food stalls

Kwame Nkrumah Memorial Park Landmark quest

Independence Square Landmark quest

Black Star Square sunset walk

Makola Market Landmark quest

Jamestown Lighthouse Landmark quest

Makola Market Landmark quest

Jollof Rice (Ghana) Landmark quest

Osu Oxford Street walk

Duke of York restaurant

Labone coffee and brunch strip

Artists Alliance Gallery

Labadi Beach

Osu Night Market food stalls

Independence Square Landmark quest

Jamestown Lighthouse Landmark quest

Jollof Rice (Ghana) Landmark quest

Labadi Beach

Kempinski Gold Coast rooftop view

Labone coffee and brunch strip

Artists Alliance Gallery

Accra Mall

Osu Oxford Street walk

Jollof Rice (Ghana) Landmark quest

Osu Night Market food stalls

Kwame Nkrumah Memorial Park Landmark quest

Independence Square Landmark quest

Black Star Square sunset walk

Makola Market Landmark quest

Jamestown Lighthouse Landmark quest

Makola Market Landmark quest