Activities & Attractions
We love Ghana and can’t wait to share its magic with you. Use this guide to explore culture, history, adventure, nature, food and nightlife during your stay.
Culture-Related Attractions
• National Cultural Centre – Ghanaian arts, crafts and cultural performances
• Arts Centre – traditional textiles, jewellery and crafts
• Kwame Nkrumah Memorial Park – memorial and museum for Ghana’s first president
• Jamestown – historic architecture, lighthouse and street life
• W.E.B. Du Bois Centre – museum, library, gardens and memorial grounds
• Independence Square – landmark of Ghana’s independence.
Heritage Sites
• Jamestown Lighthouse and Fort James – historic coastal landmarks
• Ussher Fort and James Fort – important sites in Accra’s history
• Osu Castle (Fort Christiansborg) – a key landmark in Ghana’s political history
• Cape Coast Castle – a major site telling the story of the transatlantic slave trade
• Elmina Castle – UNESCO World Heritage Site and historic coastal castle.
Adventure Attractions
• Kakum Canopy Walk – treetop walkway in Kakum National Park
• Trident Centre – water sports and jet skiing in Akosombo
• Quad Biking – guided quad biking around Aburi
• Ada Aqua Safari – water activities and river experiences in Ada
• Shai Hills Hiking – scenic trails and wildlife in Shai Hills Reserve.
Nature & Beaches
• Wli Waterfalls – Ghana’s highest waterfall
• Boti Falls – twin waterfalls in the Eastern Region
• Adom Waterfalls – peaceful nature escape
• Asenema Waterfalls – tranquil Eastern Region waterfall
• Chenku Waterfalls – a quieter waterfall experience
• Aburi Botanical Gardens – serene gardens and shaded walks
• Shai Hills Reserve – scenery, hiking and wildlife
• Labadi Beach – lively city beach with food and music
• Bojo Beach – relaxed beach reached by a short boat crossing
• White Sands Beach – palm-fringed coastal escape.
Restaurants
• Buka Restaurant – Ghanaian and West African food
• Azmera – Ghanaian buffet and local favourites
• Santoku – Japanese dining and sushi
• Urban Grill – steakhouse and international dishes
• NsuomNam – seafood and fish restaurant
• Kozo – Asian dining with African influence
• Shogun – Japanese and Chinese fusion
• Bistro 22 – international menu in a relaxed setting
• Skybar 25 – rooftop dining and city views
• The Republic Bar & Grill – food, cocktails and live music.
Nightlife
• Alley Bar – Julian’s old stomping ground
• Twist Night Club – DJs and late-night dancing
• Front/Back – members-style lounge and social space
• Mood Bar – cocktails and a relaxed atmosphere
• Garage – DJs and lively evenings
• Xhale Lounge – drinks and entertainment
• Polo Beach Club – beachside music and cocktails
• Alora Beach Resort – lively beachfront venue
• Sandbox Beach – beach club with food, drinks and music
• Black Volta – Instagram guide for current Accra events.
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