A Day in Accra
Description
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.
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Itinerary
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.
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.
The Arts and Craft Market is a community of stalls where crafts and souvenirs inspired by the Ghanaian culture like kente cloths, beads, carvings and many other accessories are exhibited for purchase. Guests get the opportunity to move from stall to stall to appreciate and purchase some memento as memories from their visit to Ghana. Vendors are also always at the service of guests and are willing to persuade in their bid to convince guests to consider their wares since there are similar items available at the same venue by various sellers as well.
Guests would visit the Kwame Nkrumah Museum/Memorial park. It is the final resting place of the first president of Ghana, who liberated Gold Coast from Colonial rule. The museum houses the personal effects and publications of Osagyefo Dr. Kwame Nkrumah at various stages of his life from childhood to his political life till his overthrow and death. There are some pictures and videos showing his life history with some famous personalities across the world. The premise was where Kwame Nkrumah stood to declare Ghana independent.
Highlights
What's included
Pickup Locations & Times
We pick up from any hotel or point in Accra.
Traveller Ratings
Important Information
- 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
Reviews(13)
Our guide was wonderful and very accommodating. We enjoyed her immensely. We also enjoyed the activity. Will recommend to friends.
Hi Alice, we really appreciate this positive review from you. I am glad to have been your guide, you were amazing.
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.
Thank you very much for this feedback, we are glad you had a good time and your criticism has been noted and will be worked on.
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.
Thank you very much for the review. We’re glad you had a great experience with us and we hope to see you next time you visit Ghana. Enjoy the rest of your stay in Ghana. Thank you once again.
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.
Thank you for the review, and thank you for booking your trip with us. Enjoy the rest of your stay in Ghana.
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.
Thank you very much for the review. We appreciate it and hope to see you again.
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.
Thank you very much for your review. We look forward to your next trip with us as well. Stay blessed.
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!
Hello Titus, thank you very much for this review. We always aim to please our guests. Happy to know you had a great time
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! 👌🏾
Thank you Lisa for your warm review and we are pleased to know your tour guide was of great help to you and your mom. We hope to see you soon. Thank you for booking with Pro Tour Africa.
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.
We are grateful for this review. Thank you for embarking on this educational journey with Pro Tour Africa
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. :)
We appreciate your love for all things Ghana including our history and culture. Thank you very much Eunice for this review and we look forward to your next visit.
