Accra en 7 jours
Jamestown Lighthouse et Makola Market le jour 1, Kwame Nkrumah Memorial Park et Arts Centre le jour 2 et Labadi Beach et National Museum of Ghana le jour 3. Les 4 autres jours ajoutent Osu, une excursion à Cape Coast & Elmina, une excursion à Aburi Botanical Gardens et Jamestown. Logez à Osu, le quartier le plus proche des étapes du programme.
Jour 1 : Jamestown Lighthouse et Makola Market
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Jamestown Lighthouse
Quartier : Jamestown.
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Street Food & Chop Bars
Look for spots with a steady stream of locals. Don't be afraid to point at what you want if you're unsure of the name.
Où aller : Waakye from 'Auntie Muni's' street stall (Osu), Kelewele from vendors outside Koala (Osu), Fried Yam & Egg from early morning street carts
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Makola Market
Visit Makola Market early in the morning to experience its full energy and get the best selection of fabrics, spices, and produce before the midday heat.
Soir
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.
Jour 2 : Kwame Nkrumah Memorial Park et Arts Centre
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Kwame Nkrumah Memorial Park
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Traditional Ghanaian
Fufu is eaten with your right hand—pinch a small ball, dip it in the soup, and swallow without chewing.
Où aller : Buka Restaurant (Osu) for a wide variety, The Gold Coast Restaurant (Labone) for fufu, Asaase Paa (Airport Residential Area) for banku and fish
Après-midi
Arts Centre
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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.
Jour 3 : Labadi Beach et National Museum of Ghana
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Labadi Beach
On weekends, Labadi Beach has an entrance fee (around 10-20 GHS for non-hotel guests) that covers access to the maintained section with lifeguards and amenities.
Quartier : Labadi.
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Fresh grilled lobster at Labadi Beach shacks
The best seafood is often found at simple beachfront spots. Go for the catch of the day, grilled simply with spicy pepper sauce.
Après-midi
National Museum of Ghana
Soir
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.
Jour 4 : Osu et Bojo Beach
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Osu
The energetic, cosmopolitan heart of Accra's social and dining scene, often called 'Oxford Street.' It's a bustling mix of trendy boutiques, international restaurants, buzzing bars, and tech hubs, pulsing with energy day and night.
Aussi dans le coin : Osu Night Market for street food, The lively Oxford Street shopping strip, +233 Jazz Bar & Grill for live music, Buka Restaurant for upscale Ghanaian cuisine
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Modern & Fusion
These venues often require reservations, especially on weekends. Dress is generally smart-casual.
Où aller : Santoku (Villagio) for Japanese-Ghanaian fusion, Coco Lounge (Cantonments) for brunch and cocktails, Roots by Urban (Labone) for creative small plates
Après-midi
Bojo Beach
A pristine, secluded beach located across a lagoon, requiring a short boat ride to access, west of central Accra.
Jour 5 : excursion à 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.
À voir : Cape Coast Castle and its museum, Elmina Castle, Kakum National Park's canopy walkway, Elmina's bustling fishing harbor
Jour 6 : excursion à 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.
À voir : Walking among massive kapok and mahogany trees, The picturesque orchid house, Buying crafts at the Aburi Craft Village, Enjoying the cooler mountain climate
Jour 7 : Jamestown et The Bookshop
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Jamestown
One of Accra's oldest districts, Jamestown is a raw, photogenic neighborhood where history meets vibrant street culture. Its colonial-era architecture, working fishing harbor, and stunning street art create a uniquely authentic and creative atmosphere.
Aussi dans le coin : Exploring the Ussher Fort, Watching the fishing canoes at the harbor, Photographing the iconic street murals
Après-midi
The Bookshop
A charming, independent bookstore and cafe located in a quiet part of Osu, specializing in African literature and hosting cultural events.
Avant de partir
Depuis l'aéroport
From Kotoka International Airport (ACC), the most convenient options are ride-hailing apps (Bolt/Yango) which cost 40-80 GHS ($3-6) to central areas like Osu. Official airport taxis are more expensive (80-120 GHS). There is no direct train; shared tro-tros are very cheap but complicated with luggage.
Se déplacer
Central neighborhoods like Osu and parts of Jamestown are very walkable for exploring within the area. However, crossing major roads can be dangerous due to traffic, and sidewalks are often uneven or occupied. Walking between different districts is not recommended due to distance, heat, and traffic.
Conseils sur place
- Greet people properly. Always say 'Good morning/afternoon/evening' before asking for anything. A simple greeting like 'Maakye' (Good morning in Twi) goes a very long way.
- For the best kelewele (spicy fried plantains), head to the vendors outside major supermarkets like Koala or MaxMart in Osu in the late afternoon.
- Download and use ride-hailing apps like Bolt and Yango. They are safer, more reliable, and cheaper than hailing random taxis and eliminate fare negotiation.
