Ghana is a travel destination in Western Africa. Its capital is Accra. August and July are its two best months to visit, ranked on 1991–2020 climate averages.
Top places to visit in Ghana
Cape Coast Castle (landmark, Central) — UNESCO slave trade fortress — Door of No Return and the dark history of the Atlantic trade.
Kakum National Park (natural, Central) — Canopy walkway 30 m above the rainforest floor — hornbills, forest elephants, and butterflies.
Accra (city, Greater Accra) — Vibrant capital — Independence Arch, Labadi Beach, Makola Market, and street food.
Mole National Park (natural, Savannah) — Ghana's largest wildlife reserve — elephants, hippos, and 300+ bird species.
Kumasi (city, Ashanti) — Ashanti cultural capital — Kejetia Market, Royal Kumasi Palace, and Asante crafts.
Elmina (landmark, Central) — Oldest European building in sub-Saharan Africa — St George's Castle and fishing harbour.
Lake Volta (natural, Eastern) — World's largest man-made lake by surface area — ferry journeys and fishing villages.