10-Hour Accra City Tour with Markets and Independence Landmarks

The journey

Trip highlights

• 01 Walk through the Osu African Market
• 02 Visit the Kwame Nkrumah Mausoleum
• 03 Explore James Town
• 04 See monuments to Ghana's independence at Independence Square

Experience the great hospitality of Ghana as you visit popular sites, markets, and the economic and administrative districts of Accra, the capital city. Discover the intricacies that make Ghana stand out as the gateway of Africa and the centre of the world, while learning about the country's freedom struggle at Independence Square. This tour also takes you through lively local markets and historic neighbourhoods for a well-rounded introduction to the city.

Discover the intricacies that make Ghana stand out as the gateway of Africa and the centre of the world, while learning about the country's freedom struggle at Independence Square.

From the itinerary

At a glance

What this trip includes

Duration 10 Hours

Tour type Shared

Activity level Easy

Accommodation Not included

Transport Included

Wheelchair access Not applicable

City Accra

Languages Dutch, English, French, German, Italian

Day by day

The itinerary

1

Day 01

Accra City Highlights and Local Markets Tour

• Get picked up by your Accra tour guide at the airport on arrival and transfer to your hotel.
• Visit the African market at Osu, a neighbourhood in central Accra.
• Arrive at Independence Square, which contains monuments to Ghana's independence struggle.
• Proceed to the Kwame Nkrumah Mausoleum, dedicated to the prominent Ghanaian President Kwame Nkrumah.
• Explore the Cultural and Arts Center with your Accra tour guide.
• Continue to James Town, an area known for fishing and boxing in Accra.
• Shop for local products at Mokola Market, a renowned marketplace and shopping district.
• Enjoy the nightlife in Accra city and head back to your hotel or accommodation at the end of the tour.

The route

Where you'll travel

The fine print

Trip details

What's Included

• English-speaking Accra tour guide
• A private air-conditioned vehicle, including fuel

What's Not Included

• Visa and visa fees
• Entrance fees
• Travel insurance and immunizations
• Between-meal snacks and drinks, non-arranged or extra meals, and alcoholic beverages
• Any hotel incidentals
• Any non-essential public transit

Logistics

Meeting & route

Meeting point

James Town, Accra, Ghana

Tour start

James Town, Accra, Ghana

Tour ends at the same location as the start point.