Full-Day Private Culture and History Tour of Accra: Experience Local Life and Learn City's History

Immerse yourself in genuine local culture. Discover the everyday commuting practices of the city’s inhabitants. Delve into the rich history of Accra.

Duration: 6 hours
Cancellation: 1 day learn more
Highlights
  • Independence Square - Visit the Eternal Flame of African Liberation, lit by Osagyefo Dr Kwame Nkrumah, the first President of Ghana.

  • Makola Market - Stop at Makola Market, Accra’s largest open market teeming with goods, people, scents, and sounds. Experience the bustling local market life in the city.

  • James Town Lighthouse - Drive through Jamestown, a fishing community and one of Accra’s historic old towns, and learn about its history and European influences.

  • Kwame Nkrumah Memorial Park - Explore this significant site dedicated to Osagyefo Dr Kwame Nkrumah and his efforts in achieving Ghana’s Independence.

  • W.E.B. DuBois Center - Visit the W.E.B. Du Bois Center, honoring the Father of Modern Pan-Africanism. Take a guided tour of the museum and delve into its rich history.

What's Included
  • Bottled water included
  • All fees and taxes covered
What's Not Included
  • Lunch
  • Snacks
Location
Independence Square
Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

Customer Ratings
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Wendyruns2010
Apr 30, 2024
Great day of history and culture! - My guide Kweko was exceptional. Very patient as I asked a time of wording about history and place. He took me to all the shops in the market and even gave me a lesson on how to bargain and specific items. I highly recommend the tour to learn more about Accra history, culture and people!
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Chelsey_d
Jan 4, 2024
Great experience and even better customer service - This tour was great and the customer service was absolutely Phenomenal!!! We were driving all around the city and given the history of Accra. Our guide, Kofi was super friendly and allowed us to make adjustments to our itinerary as we saw fit. He even helped us negotiate at the market for the best price. A gentlemen named Kweku helped us confirm and organize our trip. He was also Amazing! We had left a souvenir in the car and he went out of his way to return it to us and wouldnt even accept a tip. I highly recommend this company and tour!
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Tyrone_s
Oct 16, 2023
An amazing historical, cultural, and enjoyable tour of Accra!! - My family and I thoroughly enjoyed this highly recommended tour of Accra, the beautiful and vivacious capital city of Ghana! tThe tour is an all inclusive experience into the extremely important history and beginnings of Ghana with many significant stopping points. Isaac was an incredible guide whom ensured that myself and my family would have a complete understanding of the very significant history of Ghana. No trip to Ghana would be complete unless you embark on this very relevant tour!
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Ymc
Aug 29, 2023
Great tour - It was outstanding!!! Well worth the price. Our guide was well versed on areas around the city and it felt as if we experienced so much in such a short period of time. I would highly recommend this tour. I am a senior citizen and was experiencing Ghana with my 25 year old grandson. The tour captured the attention of both of us. Our guide acclimated the tour to both energy levels, and most importantly knew where all the washrooms were located. Don’t think twice - book this tour!!!!
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Meander15176863514
Mar 1, 2023
Highly Recommended!!! - We highly recommend this tour! We were able to see a significant portion of history and sightseeing. Issac was very accommodating and full of knowledge.. and I asked him a million questions. My favorite part was seeing the Makola Market from above .. that was an amazing experience as well as the history. Thx you Isaac for your hospitality and sharing tour knowledge!
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V7869falisaw
Feb 21, 2023
Accra in half a day - The tour was very informative! The tour guide was knowledgeable about the area and history. He was also very considerate of our needs and amended the trip
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Rhiank129
Jan 22, 2023
A perfect day - This was such a perfect experience. Organisation beforehand was seamless, I had already done some of the suggested activities so Kweku made me a fully customised itinerary based on my interests. He arrived on the day bright and early and full of infectious enthusiasm, and everything was just so smooth and wonderful. Kweku was very patient and always made sure I had everything I needed, and arranged some activities that I had wanted to do but can be complicated to organise. I also really loved talking to Kweku about his work and how he is so committed to supporting local communities. A beautiful day made better by Kweku's care and professionalism, I wouldn't hesitate to recommend him to everyone coming to Accra. If you're thinking about booking, don't hesitate, the experience won't disappoint.
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Eileen89123
Jan 19, 2023
Awesome tour! - Highly recommend this tour!! Our guide, Christian, was incredibly knowledgeable of Ghana history, attentive, and kept it fun! Couldn’t have asked for a better Accra experience. Thank you Christian!
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Lovetteb853
Dec 28, 2022
A Day in Accra - Tour was great, all the places/sites were interesting and the tour guide was knowledgeable about the history and places we visited. Thanks to our tour guide Clement, because of his recommendation, we have another tour booked with this company.
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Rwiley6
Dec 18, 2022
Great way to experience Accra! - Our guide, Kweku, & our driver, Isaac, were wonderful! They were very knowledgeable and helpful. The full day tour brought us to the “must-see” attractions of Accra. I recommend this experience if you are visiting Accra!
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