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Located on the cliffs above the Gulf of Guinea in southern Ghana, the city of Accra is the state capital and has a population of almost 2.3 million. Founded by the Portuguese in 1482, the city changed hands many times from the Dutch in the early 1600s, to the Danish in the 1700s, and to the British in 1874. Tourism is important to the Accra residents and businesses, so they offer plenty of tourist attractions to enjoy. 

Beaches along the Gulf of Guinea make the city even more popular with such warm weather all year long. Summers can have highs in the 80s with lows in the 70s. Winters are even warmer with highs in the 90s. In fact, 80 is the average daytime temperature all year long. Labadi Beach is the most popular beach in the state, with miles of sand and live bands, street foods, and bonfires. Vienna Beach is also a beautiful sandy place to enjoy the water, which is right nearby. 

Some other great places to enjoy while you are in Accra include Memory Lane Art Park ad Aburi Botanical Gardens. 

Luggage Storage in Accra

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Accra City Guide

Top Things to Do  

Accra may not be one of the top hotspots of Africa, but there is a lot to do without having to deal with big crowds. Visit the Kwame Nkrumah Memorial Park and Mausoleum in downtown Accra. Take a tour to learn about Ghana’s first President, who is buried here. Another cool thing to see is the Eternal Flame of African Liberation in Black Star Square. Osi Castle is the perfect spot to get some selfies and learn about the building’s history. And don’t forget to try some Ghana cuisine while you are in Accra. 

Museums 

If you want to learn about African history while you are in Amman, you can find at least a dozen sites in town. Whether you are interested in science, architecture, flora and fauna, art, or any other cultural history, you'll find it at one of these local museums. There is also an abundance of ancient ruins in the city. Download the Bounce app and drop off your bags at the closest location on your way. 

• National Museum of Ghana: This is the oldest and largest of six museums owned by the Ghana Museum and Monument Board. Built in 1957 and located on Barnes Road in the center of the city, you can see thousands of items. The permanent exhibit includes tribal masks, pottery, textiles, beads, and musical instruments. With rotating exhibits from other museums, visitors can see artifacts from the Congo, Bushongo, Nigeria, Zulu, and the Ivory Coast. There is always something new to see. 

• W.E.B. Du Boise Memorial Center for Pan African Culture: This cultural center is dedicated to Dr. William Edward Burghardt (W.E.B.) DuBois. The doctor helped build the new nation and lived in one of the four buildings on the property, which is now the main museum. Discover articles, photos, speeches, books, and other items of historical significance as well as an open-air theater in the back. There is also a building for the tomb of Dr. DuBois and his wife and a guest house where people can stay. 

• Mago e-Waste Museum: Nagasaka Mago is a unique new artist who uses electronic waste to make art. From dramatic paintings sprinkled with pieces of circuit boards and memory chips to sculptures made of larger pieces of electronic throwaways, Mago has made a statement with his artistry. He is focused on cleaning up the earth and believes that educating the public with his art is just the beginning. This place is a must-see.  

Shopping

Are you looking for something specific? Or maybe you just want to browse a bunch of places in one stop. Accra has several large malls with hundreds of shops as well as small stores, department stores, and street markets. 

• Street Vendors: You do not have to go looking for a place to shop in Accra because they will find you. Street vendors all over the city sell an assortment of things like food, crafts, and even toilet paper. No matter what they are selling, be sure to haggle with them. They expect it, so they always mark up their prices and will go much lower. You will see them mostly around high-traffic areas like restaurants, hotels, and beaches. 

• Markets: There are quite a few great markets in Accra, no matter what you are looking for. Makola Market on Independence Avenue and Kojo Thompson Road is popular and typically crowded with both tourists and locals. This is the place for textiles, jewelry, and clothing, as well as produce and spices. Kaneshie Market is in western Accra on Ring Road West and Graphic Road. Here, you can buy anything and everything you can think of. The Arts Center in front of Black Star Square on February Road sells all handmade items made by the locals. 

• Malls: Marina Mall in Airport City has 45 shops on three floors. Whether you want souvenirs or gifts, household goods, or clothing, you can find it all at Marina as well as a supermarket and food court. Accra Mall is even bigger, with 50+ stores, including Pandora, Jet, Skechers, and Body Basics. They also have a dozen eateries like KFC, Pizza Inn, and Burger King. 

Dining 

Ghana cuisine traditionally includes a lot of beans, corn, rice, and meats like fish, chicken, and mutton. Other staples in Accra are soups and stews and foods made with yams and plantains, which are green bananas. Be sure to try at least one of the local dishes while you are in town. 

• Local Cuisine: For the best local foods, you have to go to a restaurant that makes authentic Ghanaian or African dishes. Duncan’s on Asafoatse Tempong Street is a chop bar that makes the best grilled tilapia and banku and other local cuisine. Katawodieso at Labone Junction is a local favorite, so they must be doing it right. With fufu, jollof rice, and red-red, you can eat like the locals do. 

• International Foods: Whether you are craving a burger, tacos, or pizza, you should be able to find it in Accra. Mamma Mia on 8th Lane behind the hospital has great pizza and other Italian dishes as well as seafood. Bistro 22 on Josiah Tongogari has burgers, fries, chicken, and even octopus. For a taco, head to Oshie Road behind Sun City Hotel where Little Havana serves Mexican, Cuban, and Latin delights. 

• Fast Food: If you just want to grab something and go, there are plenty of fast food joints in Accra as well. Many of them are at the local malls. Find KFC, Hardees, and Burger King. But you can also try Chix-n-Ribs on Anumasa Street off Oxford Street. They specialize in fried chicken but also have other foods like burgers, chips, and grilled cheese. Frankie’s on Oxford Street is also a fantastic place to grab something hot and fast or some ice cream to cool you off.