Ghana · 2026 itinerary
Ho 3-Day Itinerary
A day-by-day plan for Ho: the best attractions in order, where to eat, how to get around — with free hotel briefings for your stay.
Arrive & Explore the Highlights
A lively daily market where you'll find fresh produce, cloth, and household goods. No entry fee, but you'll want small change for tomatoes, yams, or a fan ice (sachet water).
🕐 Mon–Sat 6:00–18:00, Sun 6:00–12:00
Free entry💡 Go on a Wednesday or Saturday when more vendors arrive. Haggle politely for cloth, but prices on food are fixed. Watch for pickpockets near the main entrance.
Hotels near Ho Market →A striking white Catholic cathedral with twin spires and stained-glass windows. Built in the 1920s, it's the main landmark in Ho. You can walk around the grounds and inside when services aren't on.
🕐 Daily 6:00–18:00; services typically at 6:30 and 17:00
Free entry💡 Go early morning around 7am to see the light through the windows without crowds. Watch your step on the uneven tiles inside.
Hotels near Ho Cathedral (Sacred Heart Cathedral) →Archids Pleasure Garden · ££
White House Drinking Bar · ££
Deeper Into Ho
A small public park near the centre with benches, shade trees, and a children's play area. Good for a quiet sit or a picnic. No facilities beyond bins.
🕐 Daily 6:00–18:00
💡 It's busiest around 4pm when school finishes. Come with a mat and buy kelewele (spiced fried plantain) from the vendors at the gate – 2 GHS a bag.
A community-run sanctuary about 18km north of Ho. Mona monkeys roam freely in the forest grove. Entry costs about 10 GHS for non-Ghanaians. The monkeys are habituated but wild.
🕐 Daily 8:00–17:00
💡 Bring bananas or groundnuts to feed them – buy at the entrance rather than pre-packed. Guides expect a small tip (around 5 GHS). Avoid wearing bright colours; the monkeys get nervous.
Rabazey Drinking Bar
Red Lips Drinking Bar
Final Favourites & Departure
A two-hour drive from Ho, but worth it. The lower waterfall is a 45-minute walk; the upper requires a full-day hike with a guide. Entry costs 10 GHS for Ghanaia
💡 Bring water shoes – the rocks are slippery. The trail to the lower falls is easy, but hire a guide (30 GHS) for the upper. Visit on a weekday to avoid crowds.
Drinking Bar
Talk Of The Town Drinking Bar
Getting Around Ho
Hail a taxi near the market or Jubilee Park. Confirm the fare before you get in–they'll try 30 GHS but settle at 20. After 8 PM, expect to pay double.
Tell the conductor 'Woezor Hotel' or 'Ho-Nkwanta road'—the driver will drop you at the junction. Walk the last 200 metres up the hill to the hotel entrance.
Book via the STC app or at the terminal a day ahead. From Ho Station to Woezor, take a shared taxi (5–10 GHS) or walk 20 minutes uphill.
Email the hotel at least 24 hours before arrival with flight details. If booking a private taxi from the airport, negotiate the fare before getting in–drivers often start at 200 GHS.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is 3 days enough for Ho?
Three days covers the main highlights well. You can see the key attractions like Ho Market and get a genuine feel for the city. For a more leisurely pace or to explore neighbourhoods in depth, a 5-day trip is better.
What is the best time to visit Ho?
See our full best time to visit Ho guide — it covers weather month by month, peak vs. shoulder seasons and how to avoid the crowds.
Where should I stay for this itinerary?
A central location saves transit time between sites. Top options include Akpenamawu Guest House, Woezor Hotel, Malisel Hotel. See the full ranked list with free briefings for each.