Memorial park & museum
Kwame Nkrumah Memorial Park
Central Accra
A museum and memorial dedicated to Ghana’s first president and the country’s independence story.
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Museum
National Museum of Ghana
Adabraka
Ghanaian archaeology, ethnography and cultural collections at the national museum on Barnes Road.
Independence landmark
Black Star Square
Central Accra
A civic square with the Independence Arch and Black Star Gate; access can change around official events.
Museum & cultural centre
W.E.B. Du Bois Memorial Centre
Cantonments
Explore Pan-African history at the former home and memorial of W.E.B. Du Bois.
Art & cultural foundation
Nubuke Foundation
East Legon
An arts space with exhibitions and cultural programming; check what is showing before your visit.
Contemporary art gallery
Gallery 1957
Accra — multiple gallery spaces
Exhibitions of artists from West Africa and its diaspora; confirm the exhibition’s specific gallery location.
Art gallery & craft collection
Artists Alliance Gallery
Labadi
Paintings, textiles, sculpture and carved objects displayed at Omanye House on the coastal road.
Performing arts venue
National Theatre of Ghana
Central Accra
Drama, dance and music performances at the national theatre; check the event programme and ticket arrangements.
Coastal heritage landmark
Jamestown Lighthouse
Jamestown
A lighthouse landmark in historic Jamestown. Confirm whether tower access is available before planning a climb.
Arts & crafts centre
Accra Arts Centre
Central Accra
The Centre for National Culture brings together arts, craft shopping, exhibitions and cultural activities.
Market & shopping
Makola Market
Central Accra
A busy working market for textiles, clothing, food and everyday goods in central Accra.
Photography gallery & library
Dikan Center
South La Estate
A photography and visual-culture centre with a photobook library. Confirm current gallery access while its website is refreshed.
Botanical gardens
Aburi Botanical Gardens
Aburi, Eastern Region — day trip
A public garden and historic plant collection on the Akuapem ridge, outside Accra.
Nature reserve
Shai Hills Resource Reserve
Doryumu, Greater Accra — day trip
A reserve east of Accra with rocky hills and wildlife; arrange visitor access and guiding with the reserve.
Cultural centre
Alliance Française Accra
Roman Ridge
A Franco-Ghanaian cultural venue with exhibitions, performances and events; consult the current calendar.
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