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Accra 3-Day Itinerary (2 Nights)

A 3-day route through Accra grouped by daily travel distance for optimal sightseeing.

Distances are straight-line, so actual transit times will differ. Feel free to reorder the stops. · Updated August 15, 2026

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DAY 1

Around Osu Castle · Castles & palaces·Temples & religious sites

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  1. Morning
    Osu Castle

    Castles & palaces

    This castle sits in the Osu district of Accra, Ghana, on the coast of the Gulf of Guinea. Visitors can take in ocean views alongside a building steeped in history.

  2. After lunch
    Ebenezer Presbyterian Church, Osu

    Temples & religious sites · 0.9 km from the previous stop

    A historic Protestant church in the Osu district of Accra, founded by the Basel Mission in 1847. It was later relocated to its current site, making it a good place to explore the area's religious history.

  3. Afternoon
    Liberation Day Monument

    Heritage & monuments · 0.9 km from the previous stop

    This monument in Accra honors veterans who fought on the Burma front during World War II. It commemorates the moment when, after returning home, they were shot at while marching to Christiansborg Castle, leaving seven dead.

  4. Evening
    Black Star Square

    Parks & gardens · 0.3 km from the previous stop

    This square sits between Accra Sports Stadium and Kwame Nkrumah Memorial Park and is also known as Independence Square. It hosts national events and parades, including Independence Day celebrations.

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DAY 2

Around National Museum of Ghana · Museums & galleries·Temples & religious sites

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  1. Morning
    National Museum of Ghana

    Museums & galleries

    The National Museum of Ghana opened in Accra in 1957 and ranks among the country's largest and oldest museums. Having recently reopened after extensive renovation, it's a great time to explore its refreshed exhibits.

  2. After lunch
    Museum of Science and Technology

    Museums & galleries · 0 km from the previous stop

    A museum of science and technology in Accra, founded in 1963 and opened to the public in 1965. Run by the Ghana Museums and Monuments Board, it traces the history of science and technology.

  3. Afternoon
    Holy Spirit Cathedral (Accra)

    Temples & religious sites · 0.6 km from the previous stop

    The main cathedral of the Roman Catholic Archdiocese, located in Accra, Ghana. With its grand exterior and tranquil interior, it's a great place to take in Accra's religious culture.

  4. Evening
    National Theatre of Ghana

    Culture & venues · 1.2 km from the previous stop

    Ghana's National Theatre is located in Accra and opened in 1992. It hosts a wide range of performances and exhibitions, including concerts, dance, and drama.

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DAY 3

Around Fort James · Heritage & monuments·Views & landmarks

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  1. Morning
    Fort James

    Heritage & monuments

    A fort built in 1673 by the Royal African Company of England as a trading post for gold and slaves, located on the coast of Accra. Recognized for its historical significance from the European colonial era, it was designated a UNESCO World Heritage Site in 1979.

  2. After lunch
    Jamestown Lighthouse

    Views & landmarks · 0.1 km from the previous stop

    A lighthouse about 28 meters tall standing in the Jamestown district of Accra. It was rebuilt in the 1930s to replace an earlier structure from 1871 and still guides ships in and out of Accra's harbor today.

  3. Afternoon
    Korle Lagoon

    Nature · 0.9 km from the previous stop

    This lagoon lies west of downtown Accra and has long been intertwined with the city's history. It makes a worthwhile stop while exploring Accra.

  4. Evening
    Holy Trinity Cathedral

    Temples & religious sites · 1.7 km from the previous stop

    An Anglican cathedral in Accra, completed in 1894. With its long history, the building serves as the center of the Anglican Church in Ghana and makes for a worthwhile religious and historical site to visit.

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Around Osu Castle, the anchor of day one. Staying here keeps your first day's travel shortest.

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