Full Day Kumasi Detailed City Tour

What's Included

Meeting and pickup

Itinerary

• 1
  Manhyia Palace Museum

  Manhyia Palace Museum is a historical museum located in Kumasi, Ashanti. the Museum currently provides fair insight into the culture of Ashanti land and Ghana's cultural legacy from before its colonization by Great Britain. It primarily serves "to commemorate (the Ashanti people's) and generally features video presentations and key historical items pertaining to Ashanti land and Ghana's ancestry.

  1 hour • Admission ticket included
• 2
  Okomfo Anokye Sword Site

  Located on the grounds of the Komfo Anokye Teaching Hospital in Kumasi, the Komfo Anokye Sword Site holds significant importance in Asante history. It features a sword, over 300 years old, embedded in a rockface. A tour of this site provides valuable insights into the origins of the Ashanti Kingdom. This landmark has been preserved for future generations and is renowned for housing the legendary Okomfo Anokye Sword.

  30 minutes • Admission ticket included
• 3

  Ntonso Adinkra Craft Village is a well-known cultural tourism destination located in the Ashanti Region of Ghana. It is the home of Adinkra cloth and the only place in Ghana where traditional Adinkra is produced locally from scratch. Ntonso is recognized as Ghana’s largest producer of Adinkra, a cloth celebrated for its symbols and proverbial wisdom. The village is renowned for preserving the traditional art of Adinkra cloth printing and the symbolic heritage of the Ashanti people. Visitors have the opportunity to choose a sash and create their own Adinkra design using a variety of symbols, which they can keep as a memorable souvenir. Adinkra symbols are among the most recognizable cultural symbols in Ghana and throughout Africa. Each symbol conveys a unique message or philosophy.

  1 hour • Admission ticket included
• 4
  Prempeh II Museum

  The Prempeh II Jubilee Museum, located in Kumasi, was established in 1954 and serves as a significant cultural institution. Despite its compact size, the museum offers a personalized, admission-included tour that gives visitors an engaging introduction to Ashanti culture and history. The exhibits showcase a range of artifacts associated with Ashanti King Prempeh II, including his war attire, ceremonial garments, jewelry, protective talismans, and personal items for bathing and dining. Visitors will also find furniture, royal emblems, and intricate brass weights used to measure gold. The museum is designed to reflect the architecture of an Ashanti chief's residence, featuring a front courtyard and walls decorated with traditional carved symbols, which enhances the overall cultural experience.

  1 hour • Admission ticket included
• 5
  Lake Bosumtwi

  Lake Bosumtwe is the only natural lake in Ghana and is surrounded by a beautiful rainforest. From the mountains, you can spot the entire city of Kumasi while traveling by car or bus. You can also enjoy a boat cruise on the freshwater lake for an additional fee. Nearby, there is a horse ranch managed by a German, where you can take horseback rides through the forest to visit seven villages, also for an extra fee. The location features a special beach for swimming and relaxation after a day of exploration. Don't forget to bring your swimsuit so you can enjoy the water!

  2 hours • Admission ticket included
• 6
  Kejetia Market

  The newly refurbished Kejetia Market is the largest single market in West Africa. The atmosphere is vibrant, filled with people who are working hard. You can find a wide variety of goods, including food, fabrics, footwear, gold, jewelry, pottery, household items, handcrafted items, oils, soaps, spices, and much more! The market is divided into sections. For instance, if you are in the food section, you may need assistance to find the beads section. Make sure to let your market guide know about your interests!

  1 hour • Admission ticket included
• 7

  Experience a traditional Ghanaian naming ceremony in Kumasi, where you will discover the cultural significance of names, family, and identity among the Ashanti people. Participate in a meaningful cultural tradition, learn about the customs and blessings given to a child, and receive a traditional Ghanaian name as part of this memorable experience. Connect with Ghanaian

  2 hours • Admission ticket included

Additional info

• Wheelchair accessible
• Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
• Service animals allowed
• Public transportation options are available nearby
• Specialized infant seats are available
• Transportation options are wheelchair accessible

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