Bukom Boxing Arena, Accra

Name: Bukom Boxing Arena
Address: Accra, Ghana

#54 among attractions in Accra

Sport, Sport venue

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Facts and practical information

Bukom Boxing Arena is the first boxing arena to be built in Ghana. The multipurpose facility was commissioned by John Dramani Mahama in November 2016 and has a seating capacity of 4000. Other facilities in the open-air edifice include a sports hall, Aerobic centre, Olympic size swimming pool and conference hall. The arena was constructed in Bukom due to the numerous world boxing champions the community has produced. ()

Coordinates: 5°32'12"N, 0°13'16"W

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Day trips

Bukom Boxing Arena – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Nearby attractions include: Makola Market, Fort James, Ussher Fort, Jamestown Lighthouse.

1.3 miNE
Shopping, Market
Makola Market, Accra
33 min walk • Makola Market is a renowned trading hub nestled in the heart of Accra, Ghana's vibrant capital. Known for its bustling atmosphere and an extensive array of goods, this market is a focal point of commerce within the city.
0.7 miE
Forts and castles
Fort James, Accra
18 min walk • Fort James stands as a historical sentinel in the city of Accra, Ghana. This castle, a remnant of Ghana's colonial past, was built by the British in the seventeenth century as a trading post for the bustling commerce in gold, ivory, and eventually slaves.
0.9 miE
Dutch-built fort housing a museum
Ussher Fort, Accra
23 min walk • Ussher Fort, an emblematic structure in the bustling city of Accra, Ghana, stands as a testament to the country's rich and complex history. Initially constructed by the Dutch in the 17th century, this castle has exchanged hands between European powers during the era of...
0.7 miE
Lighthouse
Jamestown Lighthouse, Accra
17 min walk • The Jamestown Lighthouse stands as a historic beacon in the heart of Accra, Ghana's bustling capital city. This venerable structure, characterized by its distinctive red and white stripes, has been a guiding landmark for ships along the Gulf of Guinea since the...
1.4 miNE
Sport, Sport venue
Theodosia Okoh Hockey Stadium, Accra
37 min walk • The Theodosia Okoh Hockey Stadium is a field hockey stadium in Accra, Ghana. The stadium hosted the 2009 Hockey African Cup for Nations. The stadium was named after Theodosia Okoh, a former Ghana Hockey Association chairman.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Which popular attractions are close to Bukom Boxing Arena?

Nearby attractions include Jamestown Lighthouse, Accra (17 min walk), Fort James, Accra (18 min walk), Ussher Fort, Accra (23 min walk).

How to get to Bukom Boxing Arena by public transport?

The nearest stations to Bukom Boxing Arena:

Bus

Boxing Arena • Lines: 155, 170, 175, 236, 251, 283, 444, 463, 474, 476, 480, 485 (2 min walk)
Junction • Lines: 155, 251, 283, 299, 302, 303, 431, 48, 488, 995 (3 min walk)

Train

Accra (28 min walk)

Bukom Boxing Arena, Accra

Facts and practical information

Bukom Boxing Arena – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Makola Market, Accra

Fort James, Accra

Ussher Fort, Accra

Jamestown Lighthouse, Accra

Theodosia Okoh Hockey Stadium, Accra

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Which popular attractions are close to Bukom Boxing Arena?

How to get to Bukom Boxing Arena by public transport?