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This tour will delight you to Ghana's rich Cultural Heritage and you will discover why Ghana is the Gateway to Africa and the trailblazer of Pan Africanism. You will explore Accra, the capital of Ghana since 1957, with an insightful history of how the Africans with resilience demanded self governance from the British Colonial masters.
The Tour begins with a visit to the cradle of Ghana's Independence, at Black Star Square and Cross-Road Memorial Site where the second World War Soldiers of the Gold Coast Regiment were killed by a British police officer.
Depart for Asomdwe Park is the venue which holds the mortal remains of the Late Former President of Ghana Prof J E A Mills.
Drive through the 28th February Road to Ghana's first President Burial site.
Tour Kwame Nkrumah's Memorial Park and Museum.
Drive through to Old British Accra - James Town.
Visit the home library and final resting place of American born crusader for Social Justice, William Edward Burghardt Dubois.
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What's Included
Meeting and pickup
We can pick up guests within 10 km from the Accra Tourist Information Centre.
In the Premises of Accra Tourist Information Centre. Near Afrikiko Restaurant on the Liberation Road, Opposite The Presidential Jubilee House.
Itinerary
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1Black Star Gate
This monument comes with a little garden also known as independence square. A public area boarded by the Accra sports stadium. An imposing monument topped by the black star of Africa.
30 minutes • Admission ticket included -
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Asomdwe Park is the venue which holds the mortal remains of the Late Former President of Ghana Prof. J E A Mills. It is a very cool and serene environment for quiet time meditation. This place gives you a memory of a peaceful President who was loved by Ghanaians. It contains animals like ostrich, ducks and other birds.
30 minutes • Admission ticket included -
3Osu Castle
The Christiansburg Castle also known as Fort Osu is one of Ghana's Heritage attraction site located in Osu along the shores of the Atlantic ocean. This Fort was built by the Danes in the 17th Century. but later sold to the British colonial masters. It was the seat of Government pre independence and post independence until 2013.
30 minutes • Admission ticket included -
James Town Lighthouse (Pass by)
This colonial era lighthouse was built in the1930s. If you tend to catch a great view of the city's busy and compelling fishing harbor head to the top of this old lighthouse close to James fort. this monument is currently under rehabilitation works
Admission ticket free -
4Kwame Nkrumah Memorial Park
This remarkable mausoleum is dedicated to Ghana's first President and a prominent leader in African Politics who was voted African of the century by the BBC
1 hour • Admission ticket included -
5Center for National Culture
This place is also known as Centre for National Culture, situated next to the Kwame Nkrumah Memorial Park. Here you will find an array of Craft, Traditional Textiles, Souvenirs etc.
30 minutes • Admission ticket not included
Additional info
- Wheelchair accessible
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
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Cancellation Policy
- For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the experience’s start time.
- If you cancel less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
- Any changes made less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time will not be accepted.
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