Accra

Vibrant Atlantic capital

Curated by Vinod Kumar Jain & Amit Jain · All Frontier Global · free, no login · reviewed 2026-07-05

Things to do

Independence Square & Black Star Gate · Landmark

A vast ceremonial square and arch commemorating Ghana's independence. Best: Nov–Mar

Kwame Nkrumah Memorial Park · Memorial

The mausoleum and museum of Ghana's founding independence leader. Best: Nov–Mar

Jamestown · Historic district

A gritty, colourful old fishing quarter of a lighthouse and colonial forts. Best: Nov–Mar

Makola Market · Market

Accra's sprawling, exuberant central market of everything under the sun. Best: Nov–Mar

Osu Castle (Fort Christiansborg) · Ruins

Danish royal palace turned government seat showcasing coastal colonial architecture and dungeons. Best: Year-round

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