A Day in Accra

Overview

Available languages

English

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This tour has been arranged to give travelers a local experience that connects them to the Ghanaian culture and people. It also educates travelers on the lives of important people like Dr. Kwame Nkrumah and WEB Dubois and also gives travelers a feel of some of the oldest towns of Accra. Travelers also get the chance to try some Ghanaian local dishes, interact with some locals, observe their lives and try some local habits like eating some street foods.

Additional Info

Service animals allowed

Public transportation options are available nearby

Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap

Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Cancellation Policy

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

What‘s Included

Fuel Charges and Taxes

Hotel pick-up and drop-off within Accra

Local Transportation

Entrance fees to attractions

Guide Support

International Airfare

Sightseeing not listed in the itinerary

Meals

Meeting and Pickup

Pickup points

Select a pickup point

What To Expect

W.E.B. DuBois Center

Dr. William Edward Burgardt is considered the father of Pan Africanism. He was invited by the first president of Ghana, Dr. Kwame Nkrumah, to Ghana to edit an encyclopedia of African history and was given a home to live in with his wife till he passed on. His home is now a Museum known as the W.E.B Du Bois Centre. The centre has instore Dr. Du Bois’ personal belongings, honorary awards and numerous publications in his library on display. His tomb and the cremated body of the wife can be found at the centre as well.

1 hour • Admission Included

Independence Square

In 1961, during the visit of Queen Elisabeth II and Prince Charles to Ghana, the black star square also known as the independence square was commissioned by the first president of Ghana, Dr. Kwame Nkrumah. At the square, guests would get to see the independence arc, the black star gate and the monument of Liberation. The site is a very large open space bounded by stands that can seat about 30,000 people. It was built to commemorate the independence of Ghana as symbol of self-reliance and a place of national unity. The space is used to host other national, religious and commercial events like political rallies and entertainment concerts.

20 minutes • Admission Included

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Reviews

4.92

13 reviews

Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor

A day in Accra
Al T,
Feb 16, 2024
- Review from Viator
5.00
Our guide was wonderful and very accommodating. We enjoyed her immensely. We also enjoyed the activity. Will recommend to friends.
overall good experience
netllama,
Aug 23, 2023
- Review from Tripadvisor
4.00
This was a good tour experience overall. My guide was Suwaibah. She coordinated my airport pickup, and accompanied me throughout the tour. Each stop was a good experience. The driver did a good job too. Only minor criticism is that Suwaibah was very soft spoken, which made it difficult to hear her at times. They dropped me off at my hotel afterwards, as promised.
Accra City Tour
H1515IUsandym,
Apr 7, 2023
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
The Accra City Tour with ProTour Africa was a perfect way for my partner and I to enjoy Accra city. Our favorite part of the city tour was the Art Market. I will still like to visit the craft market during my next visit. It was awesome! Thanks to my guide Zainab and the company ProTour Africa. We had a great experience.
Accra Tour
812tyral,
Dec 14, 2022
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
Excellent private tour. Our guide was incredibly knowledgeable and gave us a fantastic day tour in Accra. The Black StarSquare was interesting. Our guide was very knowledgeable and told us all about the different destinations we visited. Can’t recommend enough.
Beautiful Country
828alannab,
Dec 14, 2022
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
I booked this tour after my visit to the Coast. The locals were very hospitable. I enjoyed Ghana Jollof better. Ghana is a beautiful country, has good food and nice People. I love how the artifacts were displayed at the Ghana national museum.
Accra Tour
Ayshaaa 111,
May 23, 2020
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
I did two tours with Pro Tour Africa and the Accra tour was included. This tour was focused on the political history of Ghana which is an interest of mine. My favourite site was the Kwame Nkrumah Museum. I had a great time in Ghana and this tour was a great way to conclude my stay in Ghana. I look forward to my next trip to Ghana.
Awesome tour guide
Doublesymmetry,
Dec 16, 2019
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
Brobbey was great! He was very personable, knowledgable, gave a lot of insights on what it’s like living in Ghana. I would say that speaking to him to have an understanding of Ghana was as much of a highlight as all the sites we went to today! Would definitely recommend!
A wonderful day...
leerider555,
Nov 29, 2019
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
We really enjoyed our time on our tour with Zainab. She was very accommodating and patient throughout the day. My mother needed extra assistance and Zainab was there to help with a warm, gentle heart. It was all that was needed, especially traveling with an elder. Thanks again ZAINAB! 👌🏾
A Day in Accra
Muhaisin 72,
Nov 8, 2019
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
This was a great tour with my Ghanaian family. We had a great tour and I was able to build up on the knowledge about the history of Ghana while visiting the Kwame Nkrumah Museum and the Independence Square. This is a great opportunity to learn more about Ghana and its people.
Excellent Tour Service
Eunice Asante F,
Nov 6, 2019
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
This was a great tour in Accra. We visited Dubois center, Black star square, Kwame Nkrumah mausoleum and the arts center. I got to buy a lot to Ghanian prints, beaded and slippers for my family and friends back home. Rashida really did well bargaining to get me the best prices for the things I got. We got some Banku and Tilapia at Chop shop in Osu when we were done. Overall it was a great day and Pro Tour Africa made it worth my time. Thank you for the great tour guys. :)