Accra travel guide
Accra Tourism | Accra Guide
You're Going to Love Accra
With 1.96 million inhabitants, Accra is the most populous city in Ghana. It is the most popular tourist destination in the country. Accra deserves at least 2 full days for you to see its main sights.
When to visit Accra
Looking for warm weather? Then head to Accra in February, when the average temperature is 28 °C, and the highest can go up to 31 °C. The coldest month, on the other hand, is July, when it can get as cold as 23 °C, with an average temperature of 25 °C. You’re likely to see more rain in June, when precipitation is around 190 mm. In contrast, January is usually the driest month of the year in Accra, with an average rainfall of 10 mm.
How to Get to Accra
Plane
When flying to Accra, you’ll arrive at Kotoka Airport, Accra (ACC), which is located 2 miles from the city centre. The shortest flight to Accra from the United Arab Emirates departs from Dubai and takes around 8h 30m.
Airports near Accra
Airlines serving Accra
Where to stay in Accra
From 5-star hotels such as the Accra Marriott Hotel to great affordable options like the Grand Star Hotel, Accra offers a range of accommodations for every taste. Average rates range from around AED 256 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to AED 645 and up for a 5-star experience.
Where to stay in popular areas of Accra
Most booked hotels in Accra
Hiring a car in Accra
Expect to pay AED 3.86 per litre in Accra (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your car hire, filling up the tank will cost between AED 46.28 and AED 61.70. Economy (Volkswagen Polo or similar) is the most popular car type to hire in Accra, while also 49% cheaper than other types, on average.