Accra has many attractions to see and things to experience if you are know where to look. For many Accra is just a cool place to hang out either for a weekend when coming in from a different region or if on holiday in Ghana. However, whatever your reason for being in the capital there are a few things you need to tick off your list. Even if you do one each time you are in Accra these popular attractions are a must see and visit.
What are most see attractions in Accra?
There are many things to see in Accra, the most see attractions are mainly historical sites and places that tell the rich history of Accra the capital. Places like Independence Square with its monuments built to celebrate the independence of Ghana. Here you can find, Independence Arch, The Liberation Day Monument and Black Star Gate. Kwame Nkrumah Memorial Park & Mausoleum is also a must visit and see attraction as this is where the inspirational first president of an independent Ghana was laid to rest. To continue the historical theme there are a number of interesting slave castles on the Accra coast line. The Ussher Fort built by the Dutch and Fort James built by the British are a good places to visit to see what the coast line of Ghana was like during the slave trade.
Popular attractions to visit with kids and family in Accra
There are many attractions to visit with kids and with families. Considering the heat young kids probably will not be able to spend too long walking around taking in massive loads of historical content. Legon Botanical Gardens is a great place for families and kids to enjoy a day out soaking up the natural habitat and nature that flourishes in Accra. Legon Botanical Gardens offers lots of interactive activities such as children’s playground, children’s and adults assault courses, canoeing, cycling and even fishing all within a lush setting. Beaches also offer a great escape for kids and Families Bojo beach is probably the most recommend as it’s a little away from central Accra and offers a quiet relaxing place for kids and families. Labadi Beach can be a little busy at peak times due to the number of hotels and its popularity it leaves little space to build sand castles. Finally for those tweens and older kids House Party Go Kart and game arcade can help while away a few hours.
The top 10 must visit and see attractions in Accra
Bojo Beach
Attraction type: Nature/Beach
Location: Accra – Greater Accra
Bojo beach is probably one of those hidden oasis in Accra. Bojo Beach is so clean and chilled out that you would never guess it was such a short drive west of Accra city……read more and get directions to Bojo Beach
Ussher Fort Museum
Attraction type: Historical/Museum/Structure
Location: Accra – Greater Accra
The Ussher Fort is a fort in Accra, Ghana. It was built by the Dutch in 1649 as Fort Crèvecœur, a…read more and get directions to the Ussher Fort Museum
Fort James
Attraction type: Historical/Museum/Structure
Location: Accra – Greater Accra
Fort James is located in Accra, Ghana and was built by the British as a trading post by the Royal African Company of England for both gold and slaves in 1673. …read more and get directions to Fort James
Kwame Nkrumah Memorial Park & Mausoleum
Attraction type: Historical/Museum/Structure
Location: Accra – Greater Accra
The Kwame Nkrumah Mausoleum and memorial park is located in downtown Accra. The park is was built with longevity with its futuristic appeal in was built to honor Kwame Nkrumah …read more and get directions to the Kwame Nkrumah
Independence Square
Attraction type: Monuments
Location: Accra
This is a place that everyone needs to get their picture taken when in Accra. If you are travelling down from Waa for a few days of flying in from Europe when in Accra you can not leave without……read more and get directions to Independence
Jubilee House Flag Staff House
Attraction type: Building/Architecture
Location: Accra – Greater Accra
Golden Jubilee House, or Jubilee House, is the presidential palace in Accra that serves as a residence and office to the President of Ghana. This as an impressive…..read more and get directions for Jubilee House
Holy Trinity Cathedral
Attraction type: Building/Architecture
Location: Accra – Greater Accra
Built in 1894 this Anglican Church is functional church in Accra however, the red brick structure is similar to the style of Churches usually found in England and was built by the colonial British government. read more and get directions for Holy Trinity Cathedral
Legon Botanical Gardens
Attraction type: Nature/outdoor activities
Location: Accra – Greater Accra
Botanical Gardens with canopy walks bird watching cycling and canoeing with outdoor play space for all age ..read more and get directions for Legon Botanical Gardens
Lakeside Marina Park
Attraction type: Recreational park & outdoor activities
Location: Accra – Greater Accra
Regarded as Ghana’s number 1 recreational Parks this place offers an environment which helps foster great family time. ..read more and get directions for Lakeside Marina Park
James Town Lighthouse
Attraction type: Building/Architecture
Location: Accra – Greater Accra
A colonial-era lighthouse built in the 1930s replacing an earlier lighthouse that had been built in 1871. It has become a tourist attraction over time….read more and get directions for James Town Lighthouse
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