Cape Coast Castle
Region: Cape Coast, Central Region
Cultural heritage
World Heritage castle fortress preserving slave trade history. Underground dungeons and "Door of No Return" remain.
Tourism in Ghana
Explore notable sights and destinations in this country
Tourist attractions
Elmina Castle
Region: Elmina
Cultural heritage
Sub-Saharan Africa''s oldest European architecture built in 1482. White fortress constructed by Portuguese.
Kakum National Park
Region: Central Region
Nature
Observe large birds and monkeys from 350-meter canopy walkway spanning rainforest.
Mole National Park
Region: Savannah Region
Nature
Elephants, buffalo, and antelope inhabit savanna. Walking safari popular.
Kumasi Manhyia Palace Museum
Region: Kumasi, Ashanti Region
Cultural heritage
Ashanti Kingdom royal palace ruins. Exhibits introducing Golden Stool legend.
Lake Volta Cruise
Region: Akosombo
Nature
Cross world''s largest artificial lake by ferry, visiting floating villages and island markets.
Jamestown Lighthouse
Region: Accra Old Town
Modern architecture
Symbol of colonial-era port town. Panoramic views of Atlantic Ocean and city from lighthouse summit.
Wli Falls
Region: Volta Region
Nature
Multi-tiered waterfall among West Africa''s highest drops. Reached via jungle trekking.
Labadi Beach
Region: East of Accra
Nature
Citizen''s leisure beach echoing drums and dance on weekends. Horse riding experiences available.
Tetteh Quarshie Memorial Cocoa Farm
Region: Mampong, Eastern Region
Industrial tourism
Farm that introduced cocoa in 1879. Tours cover cultivation, fermentation, and drying.
Suggested itineraries
Southern Highlights Tour of World Heritage and Coastal Resorts
Duration (days): 7
Highlights: Accra city tour, Cape Coast Castle, Elmina Castle, Kakum National Park canopy walk, Labadi Beach
One-week model combining slave trade history exploration with rainforest adventure, finishing relaxed on the beach.
Kumasi Culture and Northern Safari Exploration
Duration (days): 6
Highlights: Kumasi Palace Museum, Ahyume Festival experience, Mole National Park walking safari, Larabanga Mud Mosque
Route enjoying Ashanti Kingdom traditions, northern Islamic culture, and elephant-walking savanna all at once.
Lake Volta Traverse and Highland Adventure
Duration (days): 10
Highlights: Akosombo Dam interior tour, Lake Volta cruise, Wli Falls trekking, Krobo bead village
Active journey crossing world''s largest artificial lake by boat, touring Volta Highlands nature and handicrafts.
Travel tips
- Yellow fever vaccination certificate required on entry; obtain in advance.
- Rainy seasons (April-June, September-October) may delay travel due to flooded roads.
- Prepare mosquito nets, repellents, and prophylactic drugs for malaria protection.
- Public transport tro-tros (minibuses) are economical but beware of pickpockets.
- Official taxis have orange door panels; confirm fares before boarding.
- Avoid nighttime walking due to limited street lighting. Card payment accepted only at large hotels.
- Tap water not potable. Purchase bottled water and confirm seals are unbroken.
- Cash mainly in cedi. Few ATMs outside cities, so exchange sufficiently.
- SIM cards purchased at airports or major carrier shops with passport presentation.
- Left-hand handshakes or money transfers considered rude; take care.
- Vendor prices assume negotiation. Start negotiating around half-price.
- Drone photography and government facility photography require prior permission.
- Dry season Harmattan period has poor visibility from dust; respiratory care needed.
- Saturday morning Kumasi Central Market is crowded but a local culture treasure.
- Quality Kente cloth and beads purchased directly from artisans at production sites.