Cape Coast Castle, Elmina Castle & Kakum National Park Day Tour
4.8742 reviews11h
from €90
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Experience the Beauty, History and the Culture Of Accra in a Day
4.9420 reviews6h
from €36
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Accra Guided City Tour: Cultural and Historical Experience
4.8230 reviews6h
from €35
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From Accra: Waterfalls, Aburi Gardens & Cocoa Farm Day Tour
4.7130 reviews6h
from €77
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Top sights in Accra
- 1Jamestown Lighthouse
- 2Kwame Nkrumah Memorial Park
- 3Makola Market
- 4Labadi Beach
- 5National Museum of Ghana
- 6Arts Centre
- A Deep Historical Tapestry: Walk through pivotal sites of the African diaspora at the Kwame Nkrumah Memorial Park and the W.E.B. Du Bois Centre, then journey to the UNESCO-listed forts like Ussher Fort in Jamestown to confront the transatlantic slave trade history, a powerful draw for diaspora travelers.
- Unbeatable Rhythms & Nightlife: Experience the global heartbeat of Afrobeats where it was born, from live bands at +233 Jazz Bar & Grill to legendary clubs like Bloom Bar and Carbon, where the dancing continues until sunrise, especially during festive periods like Christmas.
- A Thriving Creative & Art Scene: Explore the dynamic street art and photography studios in Jamestown, visit contemporary galleries like the Artists Alliance Gallery in Labone, and shop for unique handicrafts at the Centre for National Culture (Arts Centre) in a vibrant, supportive artistic community.
Tickets and passes in Accra
Food and drink experiences in Accra
Accra Nightlife Tour: Experience Great Vibes & 2 Free drinks
4.932 reviews3h
from €72
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Local Ghanaian Cooking Class in Accra to help support wellness community center
4.229 reviews6h
from €41
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Hidden gems in Accra
Places most visitors miss, many of them free.
Brazil House & Brazilian Quarter
A small, historic area in Jamestown where freed enslaved people from Brazil returned in the 19th century, building distinctive Afro-Brazilian architecture.
W.E.B. Du Bois Centre for Pan-African Culture
The final home, burial place, and research library of the famed African-American scholar and civil rights activist, W.E.B. Du Bois.
Salaga Market (Second-hand Clothing Market)
A massive, sprawling market in the heart of Accra dedicated almost entirely to 'obroni wawu' (dead white man's clothes) or second-hand clothing from the West.
Bojo Beach
A pristine, secluded beach located across a lagoon, requiring a short boat ride to access, west of central Accra.
The Bookshop
A charming, independent bookstore and cafe located in a quiet part of Osu, specializing in African literature and hosting cultural events.
Day trips from Accra
Cape Coast & Elmina
2.5 - 3 hours by car or bus
A profoundly important historical journey to the heart of Ghana's slave trade history. Visit the haunting UNESCO World Heritage castles perched on the Atlantic shore and explore the vibrant fishing town of Elmina.
Aburi Botanical Gardens
1 hour by car
Escape the city heat in the cool, lush hills of the Akuapem Range. These serene, century-old gardens offer peaceful walks among exotic plants, giant trees, and beautiful colonial-era landscaping.
Shai Hills Resource Reserve
1 hour by car
An easy safari experience close to Accra. This wildlife reserve offers the chance to see baboons, antelopes, and numerous bird species in a scenic landscape of rocky inselbergs and savanna.
Plan your Accra trip
Things to do in Accra: FAQ
What are the best things to do in Accra?+
Top sights include Jamestown Lighthouse, Kwame Nkrumah Memorial Park, Makola Market and Labadi Beach. Away from the crowds, try Brazil House & Brazilian Quarter and W.E.B. Du Bois Centre for Pan-African Culture.
What are the most popular tours in Accra?+
The most booked experiences on Viator are Cape Coast Castle, Elmina Castle & Kakum National Park Day Tour (4.8 stars, 742 reviews); Experience the Beauty, History and the Culture Of Accra in a Day (4.9 stars, 420 reviews); Accra Guided City Tour: Cultural and Historical Experience (4.8 stars, 230 reviews).
How much do tours in Accra cost?+
The tours and tickets on this page start between €35 and €154 per person, depending on length and what is included.
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