National Museum of Ghana

The National Museum of Ghana offers pivotal information on Ghana's history and is a highlight of many Accra-guided tours. You can visit independently, although time-conscious visitors may want to take a private half-day tour, which includes transportation and covers essential city attractions, including the Kwame Nkrumah Memorial Park and Independence Square. Multi-day tours delve deeper into Ghana's cultural, historical, and natural heritage, including visits to Cape Coast, Kakum National Park, and Kumasi.

• If you want to take a break from browsing the exhibits, visit the on-site restaurant and bar.

• Try to visit the museum on a clear day to take advantage of its outdoor highlights, such as the sculpture garden.

• The on-site gift shop sells traditional crafts such as jewelry, pottery, baskets, and wood carvings.

The National Museum of Ghana is located in the central area of Accra. If you start from Accra Railway Station, it's approximately a 30-minute walk to the museum. A taxi ride reduces this journey to about seven minutes. For those traveling from Kotoka International Airport, it takes around 12 minutes by car.

The National Museum of Ghana is open year-round, daily, except on national holidays such as Christmas Day. Its opening hours usually span from mid-morning to late afternoon. Check the latest opening schedule before planning your visit. For a quieter experience, visit on weekday mornings as they tend to be less crowded.

The National Museum of Ghana offers a diverse range of exhibits that showcase the rich craftsmanship of Africa. Its highlights include handmade chiefs’ regalia, Zulu wooden figures, and traditional Ghanaian musical instruments. The museum houses intricate South African beadware, Nigerian bronze heads, and Bushongo carvings from the Congo. The sculpture garden holds outdoor highlights such as statues of historical figures, including a life-size model of Ghana's first president, Kwame Nkrumah.