Location: Freetown
Top Things to do in Freetown
5 Free Things to do in Freetown That You Shouldn't Miss
First settled in the 18th century by freed slaves from America, Nova Scotia and Great Britain, Freetown is a thriving cultural capital on the Atlantic coast of Sierra Leone. Standing in the center of downtown is the majestic cotton tree, a symbol of freedom said to have been standing since the first arrival of the free settlers. Other attractions include numerous beaches and nightclubs, as well as the Sierra Leone Museum, housing the Ruiter Stone and the original drum of Bai Bureh.
Restaurants in Freetown
1. John Obey Beach
2. St George's cathedral
3. Aberdeen
4. Lumley Beach
Overall Ratings
4.0 based on 155 reviews
Reviewed By Yahans-16 - Freetown, Sierra Leone
The stretch has a line of different range of hotels (budget, luxury and a mix) and bars overlooking the sea (seafoods, Chinese, Filipino European and local). Sunset is just great and there is a nearby landing beach where you can actually buy freshly brought-in fish. The beach front is quite clean except for periods where the tidal wave brings in lots of sea weed, but in all it’s a lovely place for relaxation and to share fun moments with family and friends. Several spots for free parking were also available and most of the facilities actually had free internet. It’s worth visiting
5. Cotton Tree
Overall Ratings
3.5 based on 86 reviews
Freetown, settled by freed American slaves, regards this tree as a lasting landmark of freedom.
Reviewed By Dakota57 - Poughkeepsie, United States
This tree has been here forever (or so it would seem)! It is a place to meet people, and a place to remember the history of returned slaves from the US to Freetown. The tree experienced a fire during our visit, but seems to be recovering ok. It is a landmark, and important piece of history.
