1-Day Cape Coast Tour from Accra with Castle and Cathedrals

The journey

Trip highlights

• 01 Visit Cape Coast Castle, a UNESCO World Heritage Site linked to the Trans-Atlantic Slave Trade
• 02 Enjoy a beach walk by Cape Coast Castle while watching local fishermen at work
• 03 Explore ancient Anglican, Methodist, and Catholic cathedrals in Cape Coast
• 04 Travel from Accra to the historic coastal town of Cape Coast in a private vehicle

Take a break from city life and drive from Accra to the coastal town of Cape Coast. Visit Cape Coast Castle, a UNESCO World Heritage Site famously associated with the Trans-Atlantic Slave Trade, then enjoy time walking along the beach and watching local fishermen go about their daily activities. You will also visit ancient Anglican, Methodist, and Catholic cathedrals before returning to Accra.

Visit Cape Coast Castle, a UNESCO World Heritage Site and one of the largest commercial forts built on the Gold Coast of West Africa by European traders, famously known for the Trans-Atlantic Slave Trade.

From the itinerary

At a glance

What this trip includes

Duration 1 Day

Tour type Private

Activity level Easy

Accommodation Not included

Transport Included

Wheelchair access Not applicable

Cities Cape Coast, Accra

Languages English

Day by day

The itinerary

1

Day 01

Accra to Cape Coast Castle and Historic Cathedrals

• Meet your guide at 8 AM in Accra and head towards the coastal town of Cape Coast.
• Visit Cape Coast Castle, a UNESCO World Heritage Site and one of the largest commercial forts built on the Gold Coast of West Africa by European traders, famously known for the Trans-Atlantic Slave Trade. Native Africans may offer "Door of Return" rituals at an extra fee.
• Enjoy time walking along the beach at the shores of Cape Coast Castle, where you can watch fishermen carrying out their daily activities.
• Visit ancient Anglican, Methodist, and Catholic cathedrals.
• Travel back to Accra. End of the tour services.

The route

Where you'll travel

The fine print

Trip details

What's Included

• Certified Cape Coast guide

• A private air-conditioned vehicle including fuel

• All entrance fees

What's Not Included

• Meals

• Any other personal expenses

Logistics

Meeting & route

Meeting point

Accra, Ghana

Tour start

Accra, Ghana

Tour ends at the same location as the start point.