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Accra, Greater Accra Region, Ghana
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Accra is an exciting destination known for its beauty, culture, food, and exciting activities. In this travel cost guide, we'll cover everything you need to know to plan your travel budget and have an amazing trip without spending too much. This guide includes average trip costs from previous travelers, typical hotel prices, food and dining costs, entertainment and sightseeing prices, and information about transportation.

How much does it cost to travel to Accra?

You should plan to spend around $39 (GH¢601) per day on your vacation in Accra. This is the average daily price based on the expenses of other visitors.

Past travelers have spent, on average for one day:

  • $14 (GH¢220) on meals
  • $14 (GH¢220) on local transportation
  • $33 (GH¢507) on hotels

A one week trip to Accra for two people costs, on average, $549 (GH¢8,414). This includes accommodation, food, local transportation, and sightseeing.

All of these average travel prices have been collected from other travelers to help you plan your own travel budget.

  • Average Daily Cost Per person, per day
    $39
    GH¢601
  • One Week Per person
    $275
    GH¢4,207
  • 2 Weeks Per person
    $549
    GH¢8,414
  • One Month Per person
    $1,177
    GH¢18,030
  • One Week For a couple
    $549
    GH¢8,414
  • 2 Weeks For a couple
    $1,098
    GH¢16,828
  • One Month For a couple
    $2,354
    GH¢36,060
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How much does a one week, two week, or one month trip to Accra cost?

A one week trip to Accra usually costs around $275 (GH¢4,207) for one person and $549 (GH¢8,414) for two people. This includes accommodation, food, local transportation, and sightseeing.

A two week trip to Accra on average costs around $549 (GH¢8,414) for one person and $1,098 (GH¢16,828) for two people. This cost includes accommodation, food, local transportation, and sightseeing.

Please note, prices can vary based on your travel style, speed, and other variables. If you're traveling as a family of three or four people, the price per person often goes down because kid's tickets are cheaper and hotel rooms can be shared. If you travel slower over a longer period of time then your daily budget will also go down. Two people traveling together for one month in Accra will often have a lower daily budget per person than one person traveling alone for one week.

A one month trip to Accra on average costs around $1,177 (GH¢18,030) for one person and $2,354 (GH¢36,060) for two people. The more places you visit, the higher the daily price will become due to increased transportation costs.




Is Accra expensive to visit?

Accra is a charming destination that draws in visitors with an array of travel preferences, spending habits, and budgetary choices. You'll find a wide array of accommodation options, such as luxury hotels, mid-range places, or budget-friendly hostels.

You may find Accra to be expensive in some places, but there are ways to keep your budget in check, like looking for discounts and coupons.

On average, budget travelers spend $15 (GH¢242) per day, mid-range travelers spend $36 (GH¢601) per day, and luxury travelers spend around $88 (GH¢1,448) per day. These costs are calculated from the expenses of previous travelers to Accra.

Within Africa, Accra is a very affordable destination compared to other places. It is in the top 10% of cities in Africa for its affordability. Very few cities in the region are as affordable as Accra.

For more details, and to find out if it's within your travel budget, see Is Accra Expensive?

How much money do I need for a trip to Accra?

The average Accra trip cost is broken down by category here for independent travelers. All of these Accra travel prices are calculated from the budgets of real travelers. Also, you can see more details at How much does a trip to Accra cost?

Accra on a Budget
Category Budget Mid-Range Luxury
Accommodation 1
For 1 person in double occupancy 		$6
(GH¢100) 		$17
(GH¢254) 		$43
(GH¢651)
Local Transportation 1 $6
(GH¢98) 		$14
(GH¢220) 		$26
(GH¢401)
Food 2 $6
(GH¢87) 		$14
(GH¢220) 		$36
(GH¢556)
Entertainment 1 $1
(GH¢19) 		$3
(GH¢45) 		$7
(GH¢100)
Alcohol 2 $1-3
(GH¢13-40) 		$2-6
(GH¢33-98) 		$5-15
(GH¢78-234)

Realistic Expectations for Your Travel Budget

When planning your trip to Accra, it's important to have realistic expectations about your budget. Many believe they can travel on a shoestring, but that often leads to either uncomfortable travel experiences or some surprisingly high expenses. Consider your vacation style. Do you enjoy staying in hostels, resorts, regular hotels, or vacation rentals? Are attractions and dining experiences a priority? These factors will affect how much you spend and your itinerary.

Who are Budget Travelers?

You might think that you're a budget traveler. But unless you're willing to eliminate a lot of comforts from your trip, prepare to spend a lot more than the daily average of $15 that backpackers often get by on.

Young backpackers often get away with this shoestring budget, but it usually involves staying in hostel dorms, eating at the cheapest restaurants or fast food places, taking public transit or walking, and only visiting free attractions.

Accra is home to plenty of hostels, including Somewhere Nice and African Vibrations Hostel Osu. In hostels like these, you can snag budget-friendly dorm beds and enjoy a social environment, but be prepared for basic amenities.

Could You Be an Average Traveler?

As a couple or family looking for fun, you're likely to choose a mid-range hotel, dine at popular restaurants, and explore the major museums and attractions with entry fees. Many visitors to Accra are keen to visit the prominent attractions, museums, sights, and landmarks. After all, most activities do cost money. Therefore, it's sensible to expect your daily budget to be approximately $36 per person, per day.

Dreaming of a Stylish Getaway?

For those wanting a high-end experience complete with every luxury and high-quality service, expect to spend about $88 each day. To enjoy nicer accommodations, award-winning dining, extravagant adventures, and convenient transport like taxis or private chauffeurs in the destination, prepare for a pricier experience. Also, higher-end tours are common with luxury travelers, such as Assin Manso Slave River and Cape Coast Castle Private Day Tour - offered by Viator.

Accommodation Budget in Accra

In Accra, hotel prices can swing drastically. Higher-end hotels offer more luxury, but come at a cost, especially in peak season when prices are higher. Off-season prices are more reasonable, averaging $87, but during peak season they jump to an average of $162. You can find budget options starting at $49 up to luxury rates at $299. Hostels are typically cheaper, especially dorms. Book early and avoid peak season to save money.

Average Daily Costs

Calculated from travelers like you

The average price paid in Accra for two people for a typical double-occupancy hotel room is $33 (GH¢507). For one person sharing a room, the average price paid for a hotel room is $17 (GH¢254) per night. These costs are from the reported spending of actual travelers.

  • Accommodation1 Hotel or hostel for one person
    $17
    GH¢254
  • Accommodation1 Typical double-occupancy room
    $33
    GH¢507

Hotels in Accra

Looking for a hotel in Accra? Prices vary by location, date, season, and the level of luxury. See below for options.

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Actual Hotel Prices in Accra

The average hotel room price in Accra based on data provided by Kayak for actual hotel rooms is $87 in the low season and $162 in the peak season. Below are the average prices for each budget category. (Prices in U.S. Dollars, before taxes & fees.)

The most affordable highest rated hotels in Accra include:

  • Best Western Premier Accra Airport Hotel starting at $141
  • Coconut Grove Regency Hotel starting at $126
  • Holiday Inn Accra Airport starting at $117
  • La Villa Boutique Hotel starting at $147
  • Monarch Hotel starting at $72
Tips to Save Money on Accommodation in Accra

By skipping and traveling during the low or shoulder season, you'll enjoy lower accommodation rates and fewer crowds.


Recommended Properties


Transportation Budget in Accra

In Accra, the public transit system is not very good.

Average Daily Costs

Calculated from travelers like you

  • On average, past travelers have spent $14 (GH¢220) per person, per day, on local transportation in Accra. The cost of a taxi ride or rideshare service (Uber/Lyft) in Accra is significantly more than public transportation.

  • Transportation1 Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.
    $14
    GH¢220

Some of the standard transportation options and hotel transfers include:

  • Private Airport Transfer to from ACC Kotoka by Business Car for $150 details
  • Airport & City Transfers for $100 details
  • Kotoka Airport Private Transfer within Accra City for $45 details

Recommended Services


Flights to Accra
How much does it cost to go to Accra? Naturally, it depends on the dates. We recommend Kayak because they can find the best deals across all airlines.

Rental Cars in Accra
The price of renting a car in Accra will depends on dates, the type of car, the location, and your age. We recommend Kayak because they can find the best deals across all car rental companies.



Food Budget in Accra

Food is a major reason many people explore new destinations, so don't skip the chance to try local delicacies.

Average Daily Costs

Calculated from travelers like you

  • While restaurant and meal prices in Accra can vary significantly, the average cost of food in Accra is $14 (GH¢220) per day, per person, based on the spending habits of previous travelers.

  • Food2 Meals for one day
    $14
    GH¢220

When dining out, the average daily cost for food in Accra is around $13 (GH¢220) per person, with previous travelers spending from $5 to $34. Generally, breakfast and lunch cost less than dinner, but this will depend on the type of restaurant and what you order.

Typical meal prices in Accra are as follows:

  • Breakfast: $1 to $4
  • Lunch: $2 to $5
  • Dinner: $4 to $9
  • Coffee: $1
  • Fast Food or Street Food: $2

One of the most popular areas of the city for dining is Osu, a suburb of Accra. Here, there are many trendy restaurants, nightlife, and a wide variety of eateries, hotels, and options for entertainment. With its location on the Atlantic coast of West Africa, Accra also serves up some of the best fresh fish and seafood, straight from the Gulf of Guinea. As far as local cuisine goes, a typical Ghanaian dish is groundnut soup and fufuo. The soup is based on ground peanuts with a blend of ginger, garlic, tomato, hot pepper, and chicken or guinea fowl. It is often served alongside fufuo, a sticky, starchy ball made from pounded cassava, yam, or plantain. Another common element to Ghanaian cooking is jollof rice, which is made in a spicy sauce, much like paella, and served with grilled chicken. Grilled tilapia with banku (cooked fermented corn or cassava dough) is also very popular as is waakye, a lunchtime medley of black-eyed beans and rice, stringy noodles, hardboiled eggs, vegetables, meat, and some fish (usually eel). Waakye is typically served with shitor, a peppery condiment consisting of chili, dried shrimp, and ginger.

Food & Dining Tips

Some hotels include breakfast in the overall cost, while others add it as an extra charge. The quality and price of breakfast can vary greatly depending on the hotel. Being informed beforehand can help you determine if you need to set aside additional funds. The hotel's buffet may be worth it, or you might consider visiting a local bakery or cafe for a more budget-friendly option.

Fill a water bottle rather than purchasing drinks constantly. It's a smart and eco-friendly choice.

If you're going to take a tour, make sure you understand which meals are included. You could end up paying for some food yourself, which might affect your budget.

If you're looking to experience the culinary culture in Accra, taking a food tour or cooking class is a terrific way to do it. After all, cuisine is one of the reasons why so many people visit. Some of the best food-related activities here include:

  • Authentic Ghanaian Cooking Class in Accra for $100 details
  • Authentic Ghanaian Cooking Lessons for $80 details
  • Home Cooking Class by Auntie K for $89 details

Recommended


Sightseeing and Activities Budget in Accra

Average Daily Costs

Calculated from travelers like you

  • Sightseeing activities, entertainment, and entrance tickets in Accra typically cost an average of $2.97 (GH¢45) per person, per day based on the spending of previous travelers. This includes fees paid for admission tickets to museums and attractions, day tours, and other sightseeing expenses.

  • Entertainment1 Entrance tickets, shows, etc.
    $2.97
    GH¢45

One of the top attractions of Accra is the National Museum of Ghana, which showcases Ghanaian history and culture from prehistory to the present. Cultural exhibits include artifacts from clothing, thrones, and carvings, to paintings, pottery, and a variety of instruments and tools used in various rituals. Another place of historical discovery is the W.E.B. DuBois Memorial Centre, which houses a research library and gallery of manuscripts dedicated to the Civil Rights activist. His house, grave, and several monuments in honor of DuBois are located throughout the city. Other landmarks include Independence Square, Kwame Nkrumah Memorial Park, The Flagstaff House (the office of the Government of Ghana and the President of Ghana), the Parliament House of Ghana, Accra Sports Stadium, and the Accra Centre for National Culture.

For entertainment, visitors often stop by the National Theatre of Ghana, which is host to the National Dance Company, the National Symphony Orchestra, and the National Theatre Players. The city's foremost historical site is the Jamestown area, which includes the Ussher Fort and James Fort, and Osu Castle (also known as Christiansborg), which was built by Danish settlers in the 17th century. Additional sights include the Cape Coast Castle, which hosts a museum of the trans-Atlantic slave trade, and Manhyia Palace which was built for the local ruler in 1925.



In addition to cultural and historical attractions within the city itself, Accra also has an Atlantic beachfront. The most popular of the city's beaches is Labadi Beach, which is largely maintained by the local hotels. On holidays and weekends there are often musical performances like reggae as well as cultural drumming and dancing. Kokrobite Beach is also popular, located 25 about kilometers (16 miles) west of Accra. The beachfront area additionally houses the Academy of African Music and Arts.

There are also plenty of opportunities for shopping, not only at the Markola Market mentioned above, but also at the Kaneshie Market which sells mostly traditional items. Other curiosities can be found at the National Cultural Center and Wild Gecko, or, for a modern shopping experience, one can visit the Accra Mall off of Liberation Road.

A nice way to explore destinations in Accra is with local tours that last just a few hours. This way you can see as much as possible in an efficient way with knowledgable guides. Prices vary by the type of activity or tour, the dates, and the size of the group. Here are a few of the highest rated tours by previous visitors:

  • Cape Coast-Elmina Castles and Kakum Park Day Tour for $180 details
  • The Ancestral Naming Ceremony and Home Coming Experience for $265 details
  • Cape Coast/Elmina Slave Dungeon and Canopy Walkway Private Tour for $200 details

Recommended Activities


Nightlife Budget in Accra

Average Daily Costs

Calculated from travelers like you

  • The average person spends about $4.25 (GH¢65) on nightlife and alcoholic beverages in Accra per day. The more you spend on alcohol, the more fun you might be having despite your higher budget.

  • Alcohol2 Drinks for one day
    $4.25
    GH¢65
Nightlife Tips

The nightlife is always tempting, but cutting down on drinks is an effective way to manage your travel spending.



Budgeting and Travel Tips for Accra

  • The peak season of typically means higher prices and more tourists. For those looking to save money and enjoy a more peaceful experience, the shoulder or low seasons are ideal.
  • Adopting a slower travel pace can lead to significant savings, giving you the chance to appreciate the area's beauty. If your schedule is packed with activities, your expenses can add up quickly. Conversely, slowing down often leads to a more enjoyable experience and less money spent overall.

Budgeting Challenges

  • With limited public transportation in Accra, it could be wise to arrange for other transportation, such as a tour or private driver. Just keep in mind that this might affect your budget in other areas.
  • Accra isn't the best place for hostels, so if you're aiming for a budget dorm, you might want to rethink your plans. Checking for cheap hotels or apartment rentals is a better alternative.
Traveling in Accra
Accra Accra

Accra is the capital city of Ghana, located on the Atlantic coast of West Africa. Popular attractions include the National Museum of Ghana, local beaches, markets, and cultural landmarks like those dedicated to Civil Rights activist W.E.B. DuBois.



Neighborhoods & Around

Accra is generally divided into Accra Central, Accra North, Accra East, and Accra West. Making up the heart of the city is Accra Central-home to historic districts, residential districts, the administrative and cultural center, business districts, and the downtown area with plenty of hotels, shopping, and dining opportunities. Makola Market in the downtown encompasses a large boulevard and several alleys full of fabric shops with local goods and crafts like wax prints or embroidered and beaded cotton. Other main attractions of the area include the Kwame Nkrumah Mausoleum, the National Museum, Independence Square, the National Theatre, and the Ohene Djan Stadium. Accra North is a residential and business district with features like The Flagstaff House, several foreign embassies, Achimota School, and Achimota Golf Park. Accra East is largely residential, and Accra West is residential and business, home to the Korle Bu Teaching Hospital landmark.

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1 Categories averaged on a per-item basis.
2 Categories averaged on a per-day basis.
For example, the Food2 daily average is for all meals for an entire day, while Entertainment1 is for each individual purchase. Thus, the overall daily average cost is not a summation of the individual categories.


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