Adenta Municipal District, Accra

#67 among attractions in Accra

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Adenta Municipal District is one of the twenty-nine districts in Greater Accra Region, Ghana. Originally it was formerly part of the then-larger Tema Municipal District, which was created from the former Tema District Council, until two parts of the district were later split off to create Adenta Municipal District and Ashaiman Municipal District respectively on 29 February 2008; thus the remaining part was elevated to metropolitan district assembly status on that same year to become Tema Metropolitan District. The municipality is located in the central part of Greater Accra Region and has Adenta East as its capital town. ()

Alternative names: Area: 35.85 mi²Coordinates: 5°42'25"N, 0°10'15"W

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Adenta Municipal District – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Nearby attractions include: Achimota Mall, A&C Mall, Nubuke Foundation, The Balme Library.

6.8 miSW
Shopping, Shopping centre
Achimota Mall, Accra
173 min walk • Achimota Mall stands as a modern testament to the burgeoning retail culture in Accra, Ghana. Situated in the heart of the city, this shopping center has become a pivotal destination for locals and tourists alike, eager to indulge in a diverse shopping experience.
4.7 miS
Shopping, Shopping centre
A&C Mall, Accra
120 min walk • The A&C Mall stands as a testament to modern commerce and entertainment in the bustling city of Accra, Ghana. As a premier shopping center, it offers a diverse range of retail experiences, catering to both locals and tourists alike.
4.9 miS
Museum
Nubuke Foundation, Accra
125 min walk • The Nubuke Foundation stands as a beacon of Ghanaian culture and arts in the bustling city of Accra. Established in 2006, this vibrant cultural institution is dedicated to recording, preserving, and promoting the rich artistic heritage of Ghana.
4 miS
Library
The Balme Library, Accra
101 min walk • The Balme Library, established in 1948 is located on the main campus of the University of Ghana. The Balme Library was named after David Mowbray Balme, the first Principal of the University of Ghana. The Balme Library is the main library of the University of Ghana and is also the largest within the University of Ghana Library System.
4.2 miS
Universities and schools
University of Ghana, Accra
108 min walk • The University of Ghana is the oldest and largest of the thirteen Ghanaian national public universities.
2.7 miNW
Neighbourhood
Ga East Municipal District, Accra
70 min walk • Ga East Municipal District is one of the twenty-nine districts in Greater Accra Region, Ghana. Originally it was formerly part of the then-larger Ga District in 1988, until the eastern part of the district was split off to create Ga East District in 2004; thus the remaining part has been renamed as Ga West District.
2 miS
Neighbourhood
La Nkwantanang Madina Municipal District, Accra
52 min walk • La Nkwantanang Madina Municipal District is one of the twenty-nine districts in Greater Accra Region, Ghana.
5.3 miNE
Universities and schools
Christian Service University College
135 min walk • The Christian Service University College is one of the university colleges accredited by the National Accreditation Board in the past decade. It is affiliated to the University of Ghana, and the University of Cape Coast. It is located in Kumasi, the second largest city in Ghana.
5.3 miSW
Universities and schools
Ghana Institute of Management and Public Administration, Accra
137 min walk • The Ghana Institute of Management and Public Administration is a public co-educational university spread over four campuses and made up of six schools, ten research centers located at Greenhill in Accra, Ghana. The location of GIMPA, Greenhill, was named by Nicholas T. Clerk who served as the Rector of the Institute from 1977 to 1982.
2.9 miSW
Universities and schools
Wisconsin International University College, Accra
74 min walk • Wisconsin International University College, Ghana is one of the earliest established private universities in Ghana. It is located at Agbogba Junction near Kwabenya in the Greater Accra Region of Ghana.
5 miNW
Universities and schools
Ashesi University
127 min walk • Ashesi University is a private, non-profit university located in Accra, Ghana. The mission of Ashesi University is to educate ethical, entrepreneurial leaders in Africa; to cultivate within students the critical thinking skills, the concern for others, and the courage it will take to transform the continent.