10 Budget-friendly Things to do in Ashanti Region That You Shouldn't Miss

September 7, 2021 Jasper Kershner

The Ashanti Region is located in south Ghana and is third largest of 10 administrative regions, occupying a total land surface of 24,389 km (9,417 sq mi) or 10.2 per cent of the total land area of Ghana. In terms of population, however, it is the most populated region with a population of 4,780,380 according to the 2011 census, accounting for 19.4% of Ghana’s total population. The Ashanti Region is known for its major gold bar and cocoa production. The largest city and regional capital is Kumasi.
Restaurants in Ashanti Region

1. The Green Ranch

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5.0 based on 148 reviews

The Green Ranch

The Green Ranch offers horse-back rides to all levels of riders by appointment. Rides start from one hour. The most adventurous riders can arrange to ride the 10-hour Big Loop around the whole Bosomtwe Lake!The Green Ranch also provides accommodations in two self-contained bedrooms unique for their outstanding view over the lake and mountains. Breakfast is included with the room. Lunch and dinner are also available.The Green Ranch caters to a vegetarian palette with fresh fruit and produce, both locally and home-grown, and a variety of delicious grains, as well as freshly homemade juices, ice cold beers and South African wine.Come and experience the delights of the Green Ranch, enjoy a cool after-ride drink on the veranda with its stunning view of the lake and peaceful animals while Elodie prepares an incomparable 3-course-meal.

2. Kumasi Walking - Day Tours

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5.0 based on 48 reviews

Kumasi Walking - Day Tours

Am accredited Tour Guide providing Kumasi walking day tour to visitors visiting the city for attraction, sightseeing, holidays or culture tour. Your local guide takes you along the streets and get acquainted with local food, culture, history and traditions. Hear the stories of the market women/men locals, make the most of this excursion when you ask questions and interact with them. Take a drive/walking sightseeing tour around the city of Kumasi, the heart of Ashanti. Visit very interesting places, people, see things that will get you fascinated, shocked, and yearn for more. Tour includes visit to the Manhyia Palace Museum, Culture Center, King Prempeh Museum, Okomfo Anokye Sword, Lake Bosomtwe, Bonwire kente centre, Ntonso Adinkra Stamping, Dakojom Fanti Kenkey community, TOUR KUMASI LIKE A LOCAL

3. Black Root Tours - Ghana

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5.0 based on 37 reviews

Black Root Tours - Ghana

Am accredited tour agent / guide providing Black Root Tours to visitors visiting the city of Kumasi for attraction, sightseeing, heritage, holidays, culture and tradition tours. Your local tour guide takes you along the streets and get acquainted with local food, history, heritage, culture and tradition. Listen/Hear the stories of the Market Women/Men (locals). Make the most of this Excursion/Tour when you ask questions and interact with the Market Women/Men (locals). Take a Drive/Walking sightseeing tour around the beautiful city of Kumasi, the heart of Ashanti. Visit very interesting places, people and see things that will have you fascinated, shocked and you will yearn for more. Tour includes visit to the Okomfo Anokye Sword Site, King Prempeh II Jubilee Museum, Manhyia Palace Museum, Bonwire Kente Cloth Village, Ntonso Adinkra Cloth Stamping Village, Naming Ceremony for Black Americans, Lake Bosomtwe, Cocoa Farm, Dakodwom Fanti Community and Traditional Kenkey Factory. TOURLOCAL

4. Goldstar Premier Tour Company

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5.0 based on 67 reviews

Goldstar Premier Tour Company

I'm Samuel Kumah known as Nana Kofi, a real native of Ghana who has served his country with love and much humility. The accredited tour guide who provides: Horse riding tour, Boat tour, Biggest market tour, Castle and Colonialism tour, Food tour, Walking day, tour, Kente and Adinkra symbols tours, Wooden crafts and more. Special Tour: Learn how to cook, speak Twi, and get the chance to visit our festival celebrations. At your service for all your touring requirements.

5. Lake Bosumtwi

30 km south-east of Kumasi Ghana
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4.5 based on 34 reviews

Lake Bosumtwi

Reviewed By richardlL4178LP

Everyone reports on the beauty but step back close your eyes imagine the whole are including where you are standing is flat suddenly a noise in the sky you look up see fire hurtling down towards you crash you hear and see nothing. That is the power of this place and it will happen again somewhere. Feel that?

6. Kejetia Market

Kumasi Ghana +233 26 544 5757
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4.0 based on 60 reviews

Kejetia Market

This is supposedly one of the largest markets on the continent.

Reviewed By princeo144 - Accra, Ghana

As always this market which is the largest open market in West Africa is lively with lots of activities.

7. Kumasi Fort - Ghana Armed Forces Museum

Cnr Stewart & Government Roads, Kumasi Ghana http://www.ghanamuseums.org/kumasi-fort-millitary-museum.php
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4.0 based on 56 reviews

Kumasi Fort - Ghana Armed Forces Museum

8. Rattray Park

Victoria Opoku-Ware Road, Kumasi Ghana +233 24 509 0093 http://rattrayparkkumasi.com/
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Rattray Park

Reviewed By lifeofbright - Accra, Ghana

It's a gh10 fee to get in Then this holy breath taking park welcomes you with quietness & beautiful green grass and trees I must say it's a very big amusement park with all the play amenities You will find an air force aircraft on the premises as well and I love the countless benches, lights, gabbage bins on the park as well and of course the was room(s), very neat and big for separate genders There's also a bar and a pool attached to the park, basically your ticket to the park also qualifies you to have a chill there and swim Isn't that amazing

9. Manhyia Palace Museum

Ahanti New Town Road off Antoa Road, Kumasi Ghana +233 32 202 3680
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4.0 based on 125 reviews

Manhyia Palace Museum

Reviewed By Jerone_Vessels - Manquin, United States

This museum was so interesting with well preserved artifacts of the Ashanti Kingdom. It’s a must for a comprehensive understanding of Ghana’s history and culture. A must-see.

10. Okomfo Anokye Sword Site

Komfo Anokye Teaching Hospital, Kumasi Ghana +233 27 747 3288 http://www.manhyiapalacemuseum.org
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Okomfo Anokye Sword Site

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