Ghana for History: The Heritage Itinerary

Ghana’s coast holds some of Africa’s most significant heritage. Here is how to spend a history-focused trip from Accra — with the best-rated heritage tours to book.

At a glance

1Cape Coast Castle
2Elmina Castle
3Door of No Return
4Kakum canopy

Cape Coast Castle

Dungeons and the Door of No Return.

Elmina Castle

The oldest European fort in sub-Saharan Africa.

Kakum & reflection

A canopy walk amid the rainforest.

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Ghana for history — FAQ

Why is Ghana important for heritage tourism?

Ghana’s Cape Coast and Elmina castles are among the most significant memorials to the transatlantic slave trade, drawing visitors from across the diaspora.

What is the “Door of No Return”?

It is the gate at Cape Coast and Elmina castles through which enslaved people were forced onto ships, now a powerful place of remembrance.

What is Elmina Castle?

Elmina Castle is the oldest European-built structure in sub-Saharan Africa, a UNESCO-listed former slave fort on Ghana’s coast.