Top Things to do in Greater Accra
Top Hotels in Greater Accra
What to do and see in Greater Accra, Greater Accra: The Best Things to do
Discover the best top things to do in Greater Accra, Ghana including W.E.B. DuBois Center, Makola Market, Kwame Nkrumah Memorial Park, Aburi Botanical Gardens, Bojo Beach, Accra Mall, Black Star Gate, Osu Castle, Labadi Pleasure Beach, Osu Oxford Street.
Restaurants in Greater Accra
1. W.E.B. DuBois Center
Overall Ratings
4.0 based on 107 reviews
This is the home, library and final resting place of American-born crusader for social justice, William Edward Burghardt DuBois.
Reviewed By LouisaZ32
Definitely worth visiting if interested in learning something new. This is the home of W.E.B. DuBois at which he lived until his death in 1963. It is now a museum and his burial site. Lots to see- library, burial site, photos, information on prominent black political figures, personal items, graduation gowns and paintings. You can also walk around the grounds. Personal tour given on request. Kingsley was excellent. Fee for entrance and tour is 7 Cedis. Worth checking out the Diaspora African Forum just behind. Informative tour of the exterior given by Clement. Nice way to spend a few hours.
2. Makola Market
Overall Ratings
4.0 based on 169 reviews
The city's main market.
Reviewed By itstiani - Los Angeles, United States
Let me say..you definitely get a feel of local life..wear comfy shoes and dont drink water before going because once u get inside of what i call "THE MONSTER" good luck with finding a bathroom..be careful with your personal belongings as there are thousands of people everywhere moving so fast.But i loved it the hussle and bussle and fabric shopping man ole man..Its truly an experience so if accra its a must...go early in the morning because traffic is terrible...catching a cab will be easy because they are driving in the midst of the street...but the deals are better than the art center. Also alot of people dont want to be photographed so just be mindful...happy shopping!!!
3. Kwame Nkrumah Memorial Park
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4.0 based on 902 reviews
A small museum dedicated to the country's founding father.
Reviewed By MarshallB429 - Isle of Wight, United Kingdom
Very interesting, important history, with knowledgeable guides, this memorial park is more of a small museum than a park. Plan two hours. Learn and understand. It’s quite moving when one learns about the bravery and resourcefulness of pan-African leadership in the middle of last century. Onward and upward.... always forward.
4. Aburi Botanical Gardens
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4.0 based on 347 reviews
Snaking through the lush Akwapim hills, these gardens comprise great lawns planted with native and imported trees and plants.
Reviewed By Cdkempcfii - El Cerrito, United States
... in the craziness that is Accra. Perched up on a hilltop, about 20 miles outside the city center, Aburi Botanical Gardens is an interesting, lovely place to stroll around and appreciate the tremendous diversity of African flora. Our guide Harriet, was sweet as could be, spoke English very well, and was very knowledgeable about the plants she was showing us. The tour was about two hours total. Afterward, we stopped at the ice cream stand for a nice, cool treat!
5. Bojo Beach
Overall Ratings
4.0 based on 373 reviews
Bojo beach is located at the delta of the Densu River and the Atlantic Ocean next to a fishing village. To access the beach, one has to take a boat ride accross the Densu River. Hotel Accomodation with swimming pool is on the main land. There are Restuarants and Bars on site and also at the Beach. The beach is very clean, and the natural setting is unique and lovely. Bojo Beach is located in graater Accra - about 30 minutes from the Airport or the city center. The beach is open 7 days in a week. Outside Food and Drinks are not allowed since there are Restuarans and Bars available to cater to your needs
Reviewed By essyrah - Kumasi, Ghana
Lovely place Boat ride is the coolest Neat beach Nice sand Lovely place to hang out with friends and family
6. Accra Mall
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4.0 based on 341 reviews
Reviewed By bankea2020 - Lagos, Nigeria
Accra mall was beautiful and pocket friendly.Good custormer care service.There's enough parking space yoo and they sell all varieties of things even Ghanians traditional wares.
7. Black Star Gate
8. Osu Castle
Overall Ratings
4.0 based on 54 reviews
Reviewed By Sunshine811947 - Copenhagen, Denmark
Osu Castle - or Fort Christiansborg - is a must-see when in Accra. There seems to be some confusion on whether it is open to the public or not. It is, so go there when you can. It is a bit confusing when you arrive because the part before you come to the old castle is government territory and you are not allowed to take photos there. You register and pay 40 GHS per person and then you get a guide for app. 45 minutes. The castle was central to the slave trade for Denmark during 200 years. It was built in 1661 and was eventuelly sold to the British mid-1800. Like Elimna Castle at Cape Coast it is central to visit in order to get an understanding of the terrible conditions for the slaves kept here before the transport across the Atlantic to the sugar plantations at the Virgin Islands.
9. Labadi Pleasure Beach
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3.5 based on 628 reviews
Reviewed By NaaDedeiB
This popular beach is always packed on weekends. Best if you go late afternoon to evening. There are several different food vendors, bars, street barbecue stands, etc competing for your attention so customer service is super. There’s always music playing. If you’re lucky, some of the locals will do dance and acrobat displays I in hopes that they get some money. But it isn’t compulsory to pay. Sometimes the water comes all the way to the sitting area in the beach sand. I advice you don’t go when popular artists do shows because there’s too many people and security doesn’t match. Aside that, it’s my go to for night beach.
