Looking for unique experiences in a big city can easily become overwhelming to a tourist visiting a country for the first time. The effort that goes into researching the best places, all fly out the window when you get there. The noise, bustling activity and large number of pedestrians can swallow anyone up. This is why it is important to either have a personal tour guide, or the experience of a double-decker tour ride to get a 360 glimpse of the city. And possibly learn all about the hot spots in this new city.

If you are visiting Accra or any other city in the country for the first time, here is a simple guide to use in exploring some of Ghana’s major cities:

Key tips 

  • There are double-decker tours in Ghana but it’s mostly for Accra city tours 
  • Loud beach parties are a thing in Accra
  • Tro-Tros and Taxis are the main transportation option in Ghana.
  • Accra’s can get very humid and hot, always choose light weight clothes 
  • Show respect for traditions when you visit any cultural and historical sites 

Accra is all about urban living

Accra is every tourist’s first experience of Ghana. The urban city lifestyle is very vibrant everywhere in the city – Known as one of the best locations with access to various restaurant chains, real estate, nightlife and other activities.

Fine-dining & Nightlife: Osu, Labone, Larbadi and other high streets in Accra are the best locations to have a good time at the club, bars and restaurants. Notable places are Republic bar and grill, Twist Nightclub, Django Bar, Mad Club, Skybar 25 and many more. For food, Ghana’s capital city offers both street food options to high-end. If your vibe is fine-dining, restaurants like Bondai, Brasas, Bistro 22 and Santoku are perfect for you. However if you want to try more local dishes you can eateries in your area or visit places like the osu night market. 

Cultural attractions: 

  • Kwame Nkrumah Memorial Park
  • Accra Art Center 
  • Independence Arch
  • The Osu Castle

Shopping: Accra mall, Marina, Palace mall and other local markets like Makola offer different shopping experiences for tourists visiting Ghana. 

Beach Party: Ghana has one of the best beach cultures in Africa. In Accra you either get the serene vibes from  Bojo beach, Laboma beach and other private beach resorts, or the fun, party vibe from Accra’s popular beach – Labadi. 

Urban Experience: Contemporary art galleries, pottery making, modern entertainment and festivals, sporting activities – high-end gyms, cycling and football communities, live theatre performance and movie in the park are examples of the best experiences you can try out when visiting or living in Accra, Ghana as a tourist.   

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