30 Tourist Sites in Ghana and Their Locations

Ghana is a land of vibrant cultures, rich history, and breathtaking natural beauty. Whether you’re an adventure seeker, history lover, or cultural explorer, there’s a destination here for you. Below are 30 must-visit tourist sites in Ghana, organized by region, along with their locations to help you plan your perfect itinerary.

Greater Accra Region

1. Independence Arch & Black Star Square – Osu, Accra
   A national symbol of Ghana’s independence with ocean views.
2. Kwame Nkrumah Mausoleum – Accra
   Final resting place of Ghana’s first President, set in a serene memorial park.
3. Jamestown Lighthouse & Slave Dungeon – Jamestown, Accra
   Historic neighborhood with colonial architecture and a lesser-known slave site.
4. W.E.B. DuBois Centre – Cantonments, Accra
   Museum and memorial to the Pan-African intellectual who made Ghana his final home.
5. Labadi Beach – Labadi, Accra
   Lively beach with music, local food, and horseback rides.

👉 Explore more: Visit Greater Accra Region

Central Region

6. Cape Coast Castle – Cape Coast
   UNESCO World Heritage Site and one of West Africa’s most powerful reminders of the transatlantic slave trade.
7. Elmina Castle – Elmina
   The oldest European building in sub-Saharan Africa, built by the Portuguese in 1482.
8. Kakum National Park – Abrafo, near Cape Coast
   Home to the famous canopy walkway above tropical rainforest.
9. Hans Cottage Botel – Cape Coast
   Hotel and eco-site with crocodiles and lakeside dining.
10. Fort Amsterdam – Abandze
    A small fort with a haunting past and oceanfront views.

👉 Explore more: Visit Central Region

Western Region

11. Nzulezu Stilt Village – Beyin
    A rare village built entirely on stilts over water.
12. Busua Beach – Busua
    Surfing hotspot and laid-back beach town.
13. Fort Metal Cross – Dixcove
    17th-century British fort with panoramic coastal views.
14. Cape Three Points – Near Akwidaa
    The southernmost point of Ghana, nicknamed the “land between two seas.”
15. Ankasa Conservation Area – Near Elubo
    Lush rainforest with trails, birds, and rare wildlife.

👉 Explore more: Visit Western Region

Ashanti Region

16. Manhyia Palace Museum – Kumasi
    Official residence of the Ashanti King with cultural exhibits.
17. Kumasi Fort & Military Museum – Kumasi
    British-built fort housing military relics and stories of resistance.
18. Prempeh II Jubilee Museum – Kumasi Cultural Centre
    Ashanti royal artifacts and history on display.
19. Lake Bosomtwe – Abono, near Kumasi
    A sacred crater lake popular for canoeing and retreats.
20. Kejetia Market – Kumasi
    West Africa’s largest open-air market.

👉 Explore more: Visit Ashanti Region

Volta Region

21. Wli Waterfalls – Hohoe
    Tallest waterfall in West Africa.
22. Mount Afadjato – Gbledi, Hohoe
    Ghana’s highest peak, popular for hikes.
23. Tafi Atome Monkey Sanctuary – Tafi Atome
    Village where monkeys are considered sacred.
24. Tagbo Falls – Liati Wote
    Beautiful hike to a hidden waterfall.
25. Fort Prinzenstein & Keta Lagoon – Keta
    A coastal slave fort beside Ghana’s largest lagoon.

👉 Explore more: Visit Volta Region

Northern Ghana

26. Mole National Park – Larabanga
    Ghana’s largest wildlife reserve with elephants and antelope.
27. Larabanga Mosque – Larabanga
    Oldest mosque in Ghana, built in Sudano-Sahelian style.
28. Nalerigu Defence Wall – Nalerigu, North East Region
    Historical wall built to protect the Mamprugu Kingdom.

👉 Explore more: Visit Northern Ghana

Upper East & Upper West

29. Paga Crocodile Pond – Paga
    Interact with sacred crocodiles.
30. Tongo Hills & Tengzug Shrine – Tongo
    Sacred shrines and caves among dramatic rock formations.

👉 Explore more: Visit Upper East Region

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