Top tourist attractions in Ghana
From stunning beaches to a heritage site, these are the must-see
places in Ghana.
Ghana is one of the most popular tourist destinations in Africa.
The country is rich in history and was the first sub-Saharan African country to gain independence. On 6 March 1957, it gained its independence from the British. This led to the country's name being changed from 'The Gold Coast' to Ghana, which means “warrior king” in the Soninke language.
It is a small country in the West Africa region, but is one of the most beautiful.
This African country is a tourist attraction because of its stunning landscapes, beaches, rainforests, and grasslands.
There are seven tourist attractions that are a must-see in Ghana:
Mount Afadjato
Mount Afadjato is Ghana’s highest mountain with stunning views.
The mountain is located in the country's eastern region and offers visitors breathtaking landscape views. It is the highest point in Ghana.
This is an excellent spot for hiking, though reaching the top would require a lot of determination. Take heart; the views are worth every step!
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Kakum National Park
Ghana is blessed with outstanding national parks.
Kakum National Park is a tropical rainforest reserve and one of Ghana’s most visited attractions.
What makes this park such a hit is its seven suspension bridges which form a 333-meter long canopy walkway.
Visitors will get to see various forms of wildlife, from several types of birds to monkeys.
The park also has camping facilities for those who want to spend time in the forest.
Mole National Park
Another popular tourist destination is Mole National Park. According to the UNESCO World Heritage Convention, it is the largest and most prestigious protected area in Ghana under the aegis of the Wildlife Department.
The park has rich flora and fauna. Some of the animals visitors get to see include elephants, buffalo, kob, western hartebeest, roan antelope, waterbuck, oribi, reedbuck, red-flanked duiker, yellow-backed Duiker, and black and white Colobus monkeys. There are also lions, leopards, and hyenas, as well as hundreds of different types of birds.
Legon Botanical Gardens
For some peace and to be one with nature, head to the Legon Botanical Gardens.
As a local or tourist, this is a beautiful spot to experience nature and enjoy music by the birds while having a picnic.
It is an excellent spot for picnics and visitors can also enjoy a canopy walkway and a high-rope obstacle course.
You can also enjoy bird watching and biking.
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Wli waterfall
The Wli waterfall is a wonder!
The waterfall is the highest in the West Africa sub-region and pours from a height of approximately eighty meters.
The waterfall offers a peaceful ambience. Stunning trees surround it.
Monkey sanctuary
Head to the Monkey Sanctuary to spend time with these remarkable animals.
The place is the leading monkey sanctuary in Ghana.
It has over 700 monkeys.
Take a walk through nature as you walk on the monkey trail.
St George’s Castle
This is a Unesco Heritage Site in Ghana.
It was first built in 1482 and captured by the Dutch in 1637.
This is the place that acted as a depot where slaves were held captive. They would then pass through the Door of No Return and onto ships bound for Brazil and other Portuguese colonies, reports History Hit.
This site offers a remarkable experience that speaks to how far the country has come in its fight for freedom.
Palm tree-lined beaches and stunning views of the Gulf of Guinea surround the castle.
You will get to see the following:
- Grim dungeons
- Punishment cells
- Door of No Return
- The turret room where the Ashanti king, Prempeh I, was imprisoned
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