Things to Do in Accra

A sprawling, chaotic market where you can find anything from fabric to fresh produce. It’s free to browse and feels like the city’s pulse.

🕐 Daily 6am-6pm

💡 Go early, around 7am, when it’s cooler and less crowded. Keep valuables hidden and haggle politely—half the starting price is a fair target.

A vast public square with the Black Star Gate and Independence Arch, commemorating Ghana’s 1957 independence. Good for photos and quiet reflection.

🕐 Always open

💡 Visit on a weekday morning when the square is mostly empty. The monument is unguarded, so just walk up—no ticket needed.

Small but solid museum with archaeological finds, traditional artefacts, and a section on colonial history. Entry costs about 20 GHS.

🕐 Mon-Fri 9am-5pm, Sat 10am-4pm, Sun closed

💡 Focus on the basement—it has the best displays on pre-colonial life. Plan for 45 minutes max; the air conditioning is a bonus.

A well-kept park and mausoleum dedicated to Ghana’s first president. The museum inside costs a small fee but the grounds are free to wander.

🕐 Mon-Sat 8am-5pm, Sun 10am-4pm

💡 Arrive before noon to avoid the heat. Bring a hat and water, and skip the guided tour if you’re short on cash—the exhibits are self-explanatory.

A popular public beach with golden sand, food stalls, and live music on weekends. Entry is 10 GHS, but it’s the best cheap thrill near the city.

🕐 Daily 6am-8pm

💡 Avoid Sundays unless you want a packed crowd. Go on a weekday for a serene experience, and buy fresh coconut from the vendors for 2 GHS.