Accra

Ghana

A coastal capital of music, markets and Ghanaian warmth.

Culture
City
Beach

Aerial view of the beachfront near Independence Arch, Accra

Photos: Nana Kwandoh, Kofi Bhavnani, Nana Kwandoh on Unsplash

Best time to go: November to March is the main dry season, with the hazy Harmattan wind from around December to February. The main rains fall from about April to June, with shorter rains around September and October.
Ideal length: 3 to 5 days

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Known for

Ghanaian hospitality, summed up in akwaaba, meaning welcome
Highlife, hiplife and Afrobeats, and a lively night scene
Food: jollof, waakye, kelewele and grilled tilapia
Independence history at the Kwame Nkrumah Memorial Park and Black Star Square
Kente and other textiles, crafts and contemporary art
Day trips to the coastal castles of Cape Coast and Elmina

Getting around

Ride-hailing apps are widely used and the simplest way to get around.
Taxis are common. Agree the fare before you get in.
Trotros, the shared minibuses, are how many residents travel and are an experience in themselves.
Traffic can be heavy at rush hour, so allow extra time for journeys across the city.

Areas to explore

Osu
Busy Oxford Street, with shops, places to eat and nightlife.
Jamestown
One of the oldest districts, with its lighthouse, fishing harbour and street art.
Labadi
The city’s best-known beach, lively at weekends.
Cantonments and Airport Residential
Calm, leafy neighbourhoods with embassies and galleries.
East Legon
A residential area with a growing food and café scene.
Makola
The great central market, crowded and full of colour.

A three-day outline

1Day 1History and heritage
- The Kwame Nkrumah Memorial Park
- Black Star Square and Independence Arch
- Late afternoon in Jamestown and the view from the lighthouse
2Day 2Markets and makers
- A morning at Makola Market
- The W.E.B. Du Bois Centre
- An evening in Osu for food and music

Good to know

Currency: Ghana cedi.
Plugs: Type G (three rectangular pins), and sometimes Type D, 230V.
Language: English is the official language. Twi and Ga are widely spoken.
Tipping: Tips are appreciated for good service. Check whether a service charge is already on the bill.
Greetings: Greetings matter. Say hello before asking a question, and use your right hand to give or receive things.

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3Day 3Along the coast

A day trip to Cape Coast Castle and Elmina Castle
Lunch by the sea
Back in Accra for sunset at Labadi Beach

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