Accra, Ghana

Accra Travel Guide

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Alternative names: Settled: XV centuryPopulation: 1.96 mil. (2019)Area: 66.8 mi²Elevation: 102 ft a.s.l.Coordinates: 5°34'26"N, 0°10'60"W
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Greater AccraGhana

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Accra Top Attractions

Accra Attractions - What to See and Explore

Accra offers many attractions and places to visit. Here are the most important ones: Makola Market, Black Star Gate, Museum of Science and Technology, Osu Castle. Below you will find a complete list of places worth visiting.

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  • black star gate accra
  • museum of science and technology accra
  • osu castle accra
  • efua sutherland childrens park accra
  • independence arch accra
  • national museum of ghana accra
  • la pleasure beach accra
  • kwame nkrumah mausoleum accra
  • fort james accra
  • kaneshie market accra
  • accra ridge church
  • united denomination lighthouse group of churches accra
  • nubuke foundation accra
  • independence square accra
  • ussher fort accra
  • jamestown lighthouse accra
  • job 600 accra
  • korle klottey municipal district accra

Things to See and Do in Accra by Category

Sights, interesting and unusual places and attractions valued by most tourists. See the list of places to visit in Accra.

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Accra – popular in the area (distance from the center)

In the vicinity of Accra, it's worth seeing attractions such as: Fort Goede Hoop, Boti falls (Koforidua), Adomi Bridge.

  • fort goede hoop25 milesSW
  • boti falls koforidua41 milesN
  • adomi bridge50 milesN
  • obosomase waterfalls aburi21 milesN
  • umbrella rock42 milesN

Best Time To Visit Accra

Learn when is the best time to travel to Accra weather-wise and what to expect in each season.

Popularity among visitors

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December is the most popular and therefore the most crowded month to visit this location. Slightly fewer tourists decide to visit in July and November.

Average temperatures in °F

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The air temperature in this location remains at a similar level throughout the year.

Monthly rainfall in inches

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The lowest rainfall is recorded in January. Most of it rains in June.

Length of day in hours

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The length of the day varies only slightly throughout the year. The difference between the longest and the shortest day is 0 hr and 38 min.

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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

What are the top attractions to visit in Accra?

What is the best time to visit Accra?

December is the most popular and therefore the most crowded month to visit this location. Slightly fewer tourists decide to visit in July and November. The air temperature in this location remains at a similar level throughout the year.

Where to next? Visit greater accra Greater Accra region page or discover the top tourist attractions in Ghana.