Holiday in Accra
City in ghana — tips, highlights & best time to visit
Country
ghana
Type
City
Best time to travel
November to February — dry season, not too hot. Also July/August (short dry season). Homowo Festival in August.
Budget/day
Getting there from Germany
Direct flight from Düsseldorf/Frankfurt with Eurowings/KLM to Accra (ACC), approximately 6-7 hours.
About Accra
Accra, the capital of Ghana, is one of the most exciting and welcoming cities in West Africa. The city on the Gulf of Guinea combines a vibrant present with the moving history of the transatlantic slave trade. The colorful fantasy coffins of the Ga — in the shape of airplanes, cars, or fish — are world-famous artworks. Jamestown, the oldest neighborhood, impresses with its lighthouse, fishing harbor, and community boxing clubs. Osu Oxford Street pulses with restaurants, bars, and nightlife, while Makola Market is the bustling trade center. The beaches of Labadi and Kokrobite offer reggae concerts and drum sessions on weekends. Ghana was the first sub-Saharan nation to gain independence in 1957, and this pride is palpable everywhere. Ghanaians are considered the friendliest people in Africa.
Top 5 highlights in Accra
The places you absolutely must not miss.
Jamestown
Accra's oldest neighborhood with the lighthouse, fishing harbor, colonial forts, and a vibrant community.
Kwame Nkrumah Memorial
Mausoleum and park for Ghana's independence leader — the symbol of the pan-African movement.
Fantasy Coffins
Ga tradition: handcrafted coffins in the shape of animals, cars, or professions — art displayed in museums worldwide.
Labadi Beach
Accra's most popular beach with live music, drum sessions, and highlife on weekends.
Makola Market
West Africa's busiest market — fabrics, beads, spices, and the chaotic heart of Accra.
Hotels in Accra
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Reise-SIM für Accra
Günstig surfen im Urlaub mit travSIM
Pauschalreisen & Rundreisen
Berge & Meer – 170 Tage Cookie
Best time to travel for Accra
Recommended travel time
November to February — dry season, not too hot. Also July/August (short dry season). Homowo Festival in August.
Summer
27-32°C, rainy season April-June
Winter
25-32°C, dry and Harmattan wind
How much does a holiday in Accra cost?
Average costs per person per day
Budget
25-40 €
Hostel, Street food, Public transport
Mid-range
Hotel, Restaurant, Excursions
Luxury
100-250 €
Boutique hotel, Fine dining
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Insider knowledge that makes your holiday better.
Akwaaba!: "Welcome" in Twi — Ghanaians are extremely hospitable. A smile and "Akwaaba" open all doors.
Uber & Bolt: Ride-hailing works well in Accra and is the easiest way to get around.
Cape Coast Day Trip: The slave castles Cape Coast Castle and Elmina are 2.5 hours away — moving and essential.
Jollof War: Never tell a Ghanaian that Nigeria's Jollof is better — the "Jollof Rice War" is a serious rivalry.
Food & drink in Accra
These specialties you must try!
