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Accra
Travel Guide

Accra awaits: its culture, cafés, UNESCO site, and more!

Explore lots to see and do in Accra—live music, shopping, and popular sights from Labadi Beach to Accra Mall.

Where to stay in Accra

Wow! Best burgers in Africa? Potentially! Try the Republic burger for a Ghanaian twist on the classic. Fantastic cocktails too.

Osu

4/5Very Good!(10 area reviews)

You'll enjoy the restaurants and shopping in Osu. You might want to make time for a stop at Oxford Street or Osu Castle.

Osu
American coffee #culture is my favorite part of the country. I am more of a latte type of gal. Brown sugar, full cream and Ethiopian coffee. Nothing better to wake you right up!

Labone

4.5/5Wonderful!(3 area reviews)

While Labone isn't home to many top sights, Ghana State House and Oxford Street are some notable places to visit nearby.

Labone
Get into the artsy and colorful world of African print fabric. This cafe uses shreds of African print as DIY sun shade! How fab! #culture

James Town

James Town is well-liked for its monuments. If you'd like to do some sightseeing in the greater Accra area, you might plan a trip to Makola Market or Kwame Nkrumah Memorial.

James Town
This was the vehicle used by the First president of Ghana-also found in the museum

Victoria Borg

4/5Very Good!(23 area reviews)

If you're spending some time in Victoria Borg, Accra International Conference Centre and Independence Square are top sights worth seeing.

Victoria Borg
Abelemkpe, Accra, Accra Region, Ghana

Abelemkpe

While Abelemkpe might not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Accra Mall and Ghana State House.

Abelemkpe
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Top Hotels in Accra

Accra Luxury Apartments
Accra Luxury Apartments
3.5 out of 5
5 Clifton Place, East Legon, Accra
The price is $70 per night from Feb 28 to Mar 1

This family-friendly Accra aparthotel is located near the airport, within 2 mi (3 km) of Accra Mall and Wild Gecko Handicrafts. A&C Mall and University of Ghana ...…

4.5/5Wonderful! (322 reviews)

"Good internet no problems and was usable. All other services were fine"…"

Reviewed on Feb 21, 2021

Accra Luxury Apartments
Ibis Styles Accra Airport
Ibis Styles Accra Airport
4 out of 5
Plot 24, Airport City, Airport City Enclave, Accra
The price is $75 per night from Mar 12 to Mar 13

Situated near the airport, this hotel is within 3 mi (5 km) of W.E.B. DuBois Center, Accra Mall, and U.S. Embassy. Oxford Street and Wild Gecko Handicrafts are ...…

4/5Very Good! (135 reviews)

"Great services, breakfast was excellent. Took pre-wedding pictures on-site without any additional fees."…"

Reviewed on Jan 1, 2021

Ibis Styles Accra Airport
Airport View Hotel
Airport View Hotel
2 out of 5
Dr. Amilcar Carbral Road, Accra
The price is $65 per night from Mar 2 to Mar 3

Located in the heart of Accra, this hotel is 1.4 mi (2.3 km) from Accra Mall and 2.6 mi (4.1 km) from U.S. Embassy. W.E.B. DuBois Center and Wild Gecko Handicrafts ...…

3.8/5Good! (230 reviews)

"Staff is on point with everything. Courteous, professional, serviceable"…"

Reviewed on Feb 24, 2021

Airport View Hotel
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Vacation Rentals in Accra

Accra Luxury Apartments
Accra Luxury Apartments
3.5 out of 5
5 Clifton Place, East Legon, Accra
The price is $70 per night from Feb 28 to Mar 1

This family-friendly Accra aparthotel is located near the airport, within 2 mi (3 km) of Accra Mall and Wild Gecko Handicrafts. A&C Mall and University of Ghana ...…

4.5/5Wonderful! (322 reviews)

"Good internet no problems and was usable. All other services were fine"…"

Reviewed on Feb 21, 2021

Accra Luxury Apartments
Embassy Gardens Premier Suites
Embassy Gardens Premier Suites
4 out of 5
Fourth Circular Rd, Accra, Greater Accra Region
The price is $111 per night from Mar 1 to Mar 2

Located in Cantonments, this apartment building is within 1 mi (2 km) of W.E.B. DuBois Center and U.S. Embassy. Labadi Beach and Ghana State House are also within ...…

3.4/5 (37 reviews)

"The sliding glass door facing the pool could not lock.At times there would be a gap which allowed moswuitos to come in.The mesh door lock was broken with same gsp problem.The 2nd floor unit was clean the msids were helpful.The caretaker was called invto onspect the glass sliding door..no ..."…"

Reviewed on Nov 8, 2020

Embassy Gardens Premier Suites
Kwarleyz Residence Accra
Kwarleyz Residence Accra
4 out of 5
15 Kofi Annan Rd, Accra, Accra
The price is $209 per night from Mar 1 to Mar 2

Located in the heart of Accra, this aparthotel is 0.7 mi (1.2 km) from Accra Mall and 3 mi (4.8 km) from University of Ghana. Wild Gecko Handicrafts is 1.6 mi ...…

4.7/5Exceptional! (33 reviews)

"Everything was excellent the pool rooms everything The only thing annoying is having to wait so long at the restaurant before getting something to eat"…"

Reviewed on Jan 9, 2021

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Popular places to visit in Accra

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Kokrobite Beach

Nothing says vacation like spending a lazy day at Kokrobite Beach, a popular beach in Accra. While you're in the area, wander around the natural setting.

Kokrobite Beach
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Makola Market

You can browse for the perfect souvenirs at Makola Market during your stay in Osu Klottey. Wander the beautiful beaches in this relaxing area.

Makola Market
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Kwame Nkrumah Memorial

Learn about the local history of Osu Klottey when you spend time at Kwame Nkrumah Memorial. Wander the beautiful beaches in this relaxing area.

Kwame Nkrumah Memorial

Top things to do in Accra

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A Day Trip To Cape Coast

$135
Per adult
A Day Trip To Cape Coast
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Aburi Garden Tour And Transfer

$120
Per adult
Aburi Garden Tour And Transfer
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One Day Cocoa Farm Experience, Boti Waterfall,aburi Botanical Gardens

$297
Per adult
One Day Cocoa Farm Experience, Boti Waterfall,aburi Botanical Gardens
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Accra City Tour

$82
Per adult
Accra City Tour
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Cape Coast Tour

$226
Per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Cape Coast Tour
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Cape Coast & Kakum Park

$191
Per adult
Cape Coast & Kakum Park
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Reviews of Accra

4.2

Top Destination

5 - Excellent
111
5 - Excellent 38.013698630136986%
4 - Good
144
4 - Good 49.31506849315068%
3 - Okay
31
3 - Okay 10.616438356164384%
2 - Disappointing
3
2 - Disappointing 1.0273972602739727%
1 - Terrible
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1 - Terrible 1.0273972602739727%

5/5 - Excellent

Theodis&GloriaK

Mar 28, 2020

Love this place, place the people

5/5 - Excellent

Verified traveler

Mar 17, 2020

Very friendly people & a peaceful City

5/5 - Excellent

Josh

Mar 12, 2020

I love accra best country to visit.

5/5 - Excellent

Verified traveler

Feb 29, 2020

I would like to mention my tour guide Stephen, A awesome Man that kept me informed,He helped in soo many ways. Also the women at the front Desk, The soon to be Mom,and her Staff...OUTSTANDING I hope to Visit again THANKS GUYS.

5/5 - Excellent

Verified traveler

Feb 26, 2020

I’m going back. Felt safe and there was a lot to do.

4/5 - Good

Verified traveler

Feb 19, 2020

Uber or Bolt are better options then taxis as you know the price before they pick you up. Taxis will charge higher rates then they charge locals because of where you are from and color.

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