Accra City Tour, explore the history, and local flavours.

5.0 (5 reviews) 5–9 hours Free cancellation Private tour

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The independence square — Photos: the activity supplier, via Viator

Kwame Nkrumah Park — Photos: the activity supplier, via Viator

About this activity

This tour allows traveller to experience Ghana's history and culture that trace back in the early centuries. You will explore Ghana with a local person(Ghanaian) who is well trained

Exploring museum will educate you on how Ghana gain it independence with the assistance of Dr. Kwame Nkrumah eventually becoming Ghana's 1st president.

Your tour will end with a memorable experience. all you need is talk to us and we will actualise it with the best services.

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At a glance

Duration: 5–9 hours
Confirmation: Instant confirmation
Ticket: Mobile or paper ticket accepted
Group: Your group only
People per booking: 1–15
Guide: English
Operated by: Blemawe Xpo Ghana

Ages: Infants (1–5 years) · Children (6–10 years) · Youth (11–17 years) · Adults (18–50 years) · Seniors (51–80 years)

What is included

Included

Included: All Fees and Taxes
Included: In-vehicle air conditioning: Air-conditioned vehicle

Itinerary

W.E.B. DuBois Center

one hour Admission included

Experience the history of Gold coast,afro- American and trans Atlantic Slave Trade,

An open air theatre directly behind the home of in a pastoral setting where u can readily understand why the father of pan africanism enjoyed the peace of his last home

The museum library and seminar room which contains Dr du bois personal library and collection of works
Makola Market

30 min

Experience the renowned market place constructed in 1924 and shopping district in the centre of the city of Accra

walk and talk to the traders around
James Town Lighthouse

one hour Admission included

Experience the 28 metre (92 ft) structure originally built in the 1930s and the opportunity to have the general overview of the Jamestown community and the city at large
National Museum of Ghana

one hour Admission included

The National Museum of Ghana is a treasure trove of objects from diverse domains such as archaeology, ethnography, and fine art. These artifacts offer visitors a rich journey from the stone age period to the recent historical past, offering a tangible connection to the diverse and layered heritage of Africa.
Kwame Nkrumah Memorial Park

2 hours Admission included

Kwame Nkrumah Mausoleum, also know as the Kwame Nkrumah Memorial Park(KNMP) is the last resting place of the first President of Ghana, Osagyefo Dr. Kwame Nkrumah. It is dedicated to him for his outstanding campaign to liberate Ghana(by then Gold Coast) from colonial rule in 6th March,1957.

it has a total surface area of approximately 5.3 acres. The mausoleum provides a front for the statue of Nkrumah whereas the museum is subterranean and does not compete with the mausoleum for attention. Rhythm, contrast and harmony were the main principles of design used in this building.

The Museum houses the personal effects and publications of Ghana’s first president and pictures showing his life history.

Some of these pictures of Dr. Nkrumah with some of the most famous people of his time is an eye opener.

Wander through the photos, and you will be stunned at how many of the 20th century’s most iconic people pictured shaking hands with the founder of modern Ghana.

He is pictured with famous people like Jawaharalal Nehru, Mao Zedong, Fidel Castro, Nikita Khrushchev, John F Kennedy of U.S.A, Sir Alec Hume, Queen Elizabeth II of England, Harold Macmillan, Pope Pius XII, President Nasser of Egypt, and countless leaders of countries like Malaya, Sri Lanka, Niger not forgetting Nigeria and many other more.

The body is buried under a catafalque raised in the centre of the park. Symbols which reflect Ghana’s culture and history were used to portray Dr. Nkrumah’s vision to promote the African personality. The full statue of Dr Nkrumah, wearing a cloth, in bronze is sited at the exact location where he proclaimed Ghana’s independence.

As you approach the main way leading to the Kwame Nkrumah Mausoleum, you’ll see springs on either sides of the walk way. Each spring has seven bare-chested, squatting statuettes of flute blowers, who seem to welcome the arrival of world leaders and other important personalities.

The design of the Kwame Nkrumah Mausoleum, which represents swords turned upside down symbolizes peace. It can also be viewed as an uprooted tree to signify the unfinished work of Dr. Nkrumah to totally unite Africa.

Meeting point and pickup

The operator picks every participant up from their accommodation or the points below.

Pickup points

We will pick you up from any hotel within Accra. it is usually best we depart on time to help us achieve what we promised. In months like June-October when visiting Ghana let come with our umbrella and rain coats.