With its hip creative scene and a wealth of historical landmarks, there’s much to experience in and around Ghana’s buzzing capital. Whether you’re keen for culture or wild for wildlife, here are some top tips for getting the most out of three days in Accra.

<p><strong>Accra, Ghana: A vibrant city with a rich history and culture. </strong>Accra is the capital of Ghana and the largest city in West Africa. It is a vibrant and cosmopolitan city with a rich history dating back to the 16th century. Accra is home to a diverse population of Ghanaians, as well as people from all over the world. Accra is a major center of commerce, finance, and culture. The city is home to the Ghanaian Stock Exchange, the Accra International Conference Centre, and the National Museum of Ghana. Accra is also a major tourist destination, with attractions such as the Kwame Nkrumah Mausoleum, the Makola Market, and the Labadi Beach.</p>

Accra

Spend your first day familiarizing yourself with Accra’s historic landmarks and diverse districts on a sightseeing tour; tours with round-trip transfers allow you to zip seamlessly between top attractions such as Kwame Nkrumah Park, Fort James, and Independence Square. Then, take time to explore Accra’s sprawling markets, where you can pick up a local lunch and purchase unique souvenirs. Exploring Makola or Kaneshie Market with a guide promises to provide deeper cultural insight and allows you to overcome the language barrier. After your active day, unwind with a sunset cocktail on Labadi Beach or immerse yourself in the city’s nightlife on an after-dark adventure in Osu or Labone.

Adventures in Accra

Kwame Nkrumah Memorial Park & Mausoleum

Fort James

Black Star Square

Kaneshie Market Complex

Labadi Beach

Labone

Ghana’s capital offers convenient transport links to several surrounding attractions, allowing short-term visitors to widen their knowledge of the region’s cultural heritage within one day. Day trip options, which typically include convenient pickup and drop-off at your Accra hotel, cover Kakum National Park, accessible via suspended canopy walkways; Shai Hills Resource Reserve, home to zebras and antelope; and the west Volta Region, which offers a glimpse into traditional Ghanaian culture. Several tours offer multi-attraction itineraries and tend to return to the city in the early evening, giving you you plenty of time to take part in an nighttime cooking class or live music session.

Explore Beyond the City

Kakum National Park

Shai-Hills Resource Reserve

Volta Region

If you’d like to see more of Ghana, some day trips travel as far as the northern Mole National Park, Ghana’s largest nature sanctuary, or to the country’s eastern border, where the Wli Waterfalls and Tafi Monkey Sanctuary prove ideal for nature lovers and active hikers; both are easily accessible by private transfer. Alternatively, spend your final day experiencing Accra’s famous art scene; drop by creative spaces such as the ANO Gallery and Nubuke Foundation before rounding off your visit with a meal at one of the upmarket restaurants in the Airport Residential Area, conveniently located beside Accra International Airport.

How to Spend 3 Days in Accra

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