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Ghana's standouts.
The 10 most popular things to do in Accra. Independence Square and the Black Star, the Jamestown lighthouse, Makola market and the beaches at Labadi, with who runs each tour and what you pay.
Cape Coast castles and Kakum canopy walkway from Accra, with pickup, Wi-Fi on board, admission fees included, snacks, and a private guide.
“This excursion was amazing! It was a long day, with pick up at 5am and coming back at 9pm, But it was absolutely worth it!”
Accra day trip to Cape Coast and Elmina slave castles plus Kakum canopy walk. Long drive, deep history, included admissions and pickup.
“Seeing the horror that our ancestors had to endure. I hope this will never happen to any group of people again.”
Cape Coast, Elmina Castle, and Kakum Park in one packed day from Accra, with a guided canopy walk and UNESCO slave castles.
“The day started a bit later than usual but the guide George was communicative and let me know when the pickup would happen. What I enjoyed most was that after the cape castle visit, he did an emotional check in and it was nice to see everyone interacting and discussing the very emotional trip that…”
A half-day to full-day sweep of Accra’s best-known sights—museum, markets, forts, Black Star sites, and La Pleasure Beach.
“We had a fantastic time on this tour! Taking the tour on our second day in Accra was an excellent way to orient ourselves to the city. Our guide, Clinton, was absolutely amazing—knowledgeable, entertaining, and attentive. As a group of four woRead more”
Accra city tour with Nkrumah Park, Black Star Square, Du Bois Center, National Museum, and Makola Market. AC bus, Wi‑Fi, 6 hours.
“Fantastic experience, highly recommend! It’s great for solo travellers and a great way to make friends.”
Private day trip from Accra to Kakum canopy walk and Elmina and Cape Coast castles, with admission, lunch, and air-conditioned transport.
“Frank was very efficient in getting us to the sites without having to wait for crowds. Very friendly, accommodating, and informative. The tours were an amazing experience. Learning about the sad history of the sites really lends perspective... Would recommend for all people”
A 7-hour Accra day trip to Aburi Botanical Gardens, Boti Falls, Umbrella Rock, and Tetteh Quarshie cocoa farm, with guided hikes and cocoa tasting.
“just held up with traffic which cannot be helped but guide Joseph I think tried to make up time but you can never and went to other falls as time getting on, we were eating at 5pm which was a decent time, would recommend this one scenery etc”
Accra to Cape Coast and Elmina castles plus Kakum canopy walkway. UNESCO slavery sites, ocean lunch, and treetop rainforest views.
“This tour starts with a high adrenaline canopy walk in the forest, which is the fun part. The trip to the castles is heart-wrenching and sickening, but so important to experience. You learn about slavery before the departure of the slave ships. Read more”
Private Ghana cooking class in Accra with Auntie K. Shop optional market ingredients, cook over charcoal, and eat lunch you make.
“It was a wonderful experience! Auntie K, Auntie Mary, Nicole, and the crew made the experience so familiar and warm. And I walked away ready to try these recipes again at home. I can’t wait to do another class with them in the future!”
Private air-conditioned car with Ebo Cobbinah for custom Accra itineraries, airport pickup anytime, and smooth planning for $75/person.
“Quality service. Even when I had to make last minute changes with my booking, he was calm and responded promptly to my request.”
