10 things to do in Ghana with kids and the family
If you live in Ghana or are travelling here with family, finding age-appropriate fun can be a challenge—especially when older kids want more than just a trip to the beach. Thankfully, Ghana, particularly Accra, offers an increasingly wide selection of family-focused attractions.
Is Ghana family-friendly for holidays?
Absolutely! Ghana is one of the most family-centric destinations in West Africa. You’ll notice that wherever you go—restaurants, hotels, public attractions—staff are warm, accommodating, and go out of their way to welcome children. Most eateries offer high chairs and kid-friendly menus. The only minor hurdle? If you’re travelling with tweens, finding interconnecting hotel rooms may require some planning, but many places will happily arrange rooms side by side.
What is there to do in Ghana with children?
Exploring Ghana with kids opens up a delightful mix of cultural, outdoor, and indoor adventures. The key is tailoring activities to your children’s age group and stamina—especially under Ghana’s warm sun. Historical sites may appeal to older kids, while younger ones might need a mix of physical play and creative stimulation.
Here are 10 awesome family-friendly things to do in Ghana (most options are in Accra, but we’ve included a few gems in Kumasi and beyond too):
Top 10 Family Activities in Ghana
Marvels MiniGolf (Accra) – Still a favourite in 2025, Marvels combines mini golf with a café, perfect for chill family fun.
Kiddy’s Club at Accra Mall / Game Galaxy Arcade – Soft play zones and arcades with games that appeal to kids from 3 to teens.
Splash and Play (East Legon) – This water playground is ideal for toddlers to early teens. Slides, splash pads, and shaded seating for parents.
Achimota Go-Karting (Achimota Retail Centre) – A huge hit with kids aged 8+. Modern karts and a secure track make this a thrilling, safe adventure.
Legon Botanical Gardens – With canopy walkways, rope courses, pedal boats, and a playground, this spot offers hours of outdoor adventure.
Rattray Park (Kumasi) – A beautifully maintained family park in the Ashanti Region, complete with a kids’ playground, splash pad, and green space.
5D/7D Cinemas (Accra Mall & Junction Mall) – An immersive multi-sensory movie experience, perfect for short attention spans!
Paintball Ghana (East Legon) – Great for teens and older tweens—team-building, fun, and active.
National Children’s Park (Ridge) – Though needing some maintenance, it’s still a central green area for families to relax and play.
Accra Zoo & Forest Reserve (Achimota) – Recently refurbished and a hit with younger children who love animals and nature trails.
Things to do with pre school children to early years in Ghana?
This group is the easiest to please with engaging activities in controlled environments. Your best bets include:
The Play Arena (Dzorwulu) – Soft play, ball pits, and craft zones.
Marvels MiniGolf (just for the colours and little jungle animals)
Mind Craft Camps – Accra – a multi-activity outdoor based camp designed with a focus on invention literacy and skill-building.
For this group its all about doing stimulating things that they can engage in where you as the parent can just sit back and watch them for an hour or two.
Activities for 8 to 13 year olds in Ghana
This adventurous and curious group needs a balance of active fun and interactive learning. Here are current options:
Legon Botanical Gardens – High Rope and Canoe
House Party Go-Karting – Achimota
Marvels Mini Golf
Kids Clay & Pottery Classes at Terra Alta (Dzorwulu)
Things to do with teenagers 14 to 18 or young adults in Ghana
Getting teens off their devices and into the real world is easier than you think with this selection:
Escape Room Ghana (Dzorwulu) – A challenging and fun brain teaser.
Roller Skating at The Rink Ghana Afrikiko Roller Skating Rink
Beach Horse Riding at Labadi or Ada Foah
Very helpful for expats! Moving to Accra from Singapore with two toddlers soon. Are these locations generally stroller-friendly, or should we invest in a good baby carrier
It’s so hard to find curated lists like this for families. Usually, everything in Accra is focused on nightlife. We need more indoor playgrounds though, especially for when it’s too hot outside