Accra is the capital of Ghana and is located on the coast of the western region of Africa. With a population of almost 2 million, it is the most populous city in the country. Ga is the most widely spoken language in the city, but you can also see a lot of people speaking Hausa, Twi, and Ewe. However, English is also spoken in the urban area. Accra is the most famous city in Ghana due to its rich history and tourist attractions.
Enters
Kotoka International Airport is the main gateway to the country and is located in the capital city, Accra. It operates with all international airlines offering cheap flights to Accra from America, Middle East, Africa and Europe. You can also use the same airport to get domestic flights to Kumasi and Tamale.
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To move around the city it is necessary to book an SUV, but it is highly recommended to book in advance. You can also rent a car, but if you have no knowledge about the city’s road network, you should rent a car with an expert driver. The urban area is quite developed, but fares may increase if you go to the Accra metro.
If you love to walk, walking through the streets of Accra at night is another good option available. Accra is safe enough to walk around at any time, but be careful of high-speed cars while walking. The taxi is the option that is always available to move. There are two types of taxis in the city, shared taxi and metered taxi. The first type follows fixed routes and is shared by 4 to 5 passengers at a time. It charges a fixed income per person. The last type has meter in them. They are expensive compared to shared taxis, but you will be more comfortable in a metered taxi.
Tro Tro is another option available for travel. You use a public transport and follow the famous routes. Several stops have been established, for the Tro Tro, throughout the city so that you can access it from any stop.
You should see
Accra is full of museums, parks, shopping markets, libraries, beaches and castles etc. The National Museum is the perfect place to understand the rich history of Ghana and its past trends. Kwame Nkrumah Memorial Park offers you the mausoleum of Kwame Nkrumah, the great leader of Ghana, who led the country towards independence. Apart from this, the Ghana National Archives, Ghana Academy of Arts and Sciences, Ghana Central Library and Christiansburg Castle are must-see places.
Labadi beach is the most famous tourist spot in Accra. Its warm but cool water makes it the perfect place for swimming, but strolling is another must-do at Labadi Beach.
Shopping
Shopping is the most exciting experience in the country. Makola Market is the busiest market in the city that is full of cloth shops. Kaneshie Market is another market worth seeing that offers a wide variety of traditional goods. The National Cultural Center, Accra Mall, A&C Mall, Palace Mall and Shaaba Mall are worth noting to miss.