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Accra Architectural Discovery

From: £21.15
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Duration: 3 hours

Categories: Culture & History, Cruises & Sailing, Outdoors

Group size: 1 - 12

Get acquainted with the diverse architectural wonders of Accra on this guided tour with Urban Adventures. Admire the range of pre and post-colonial buildings, still standing after hundreds of years. Learn about the fascinating heritage of this African city shaped by European influences and hear the interesting stories behind local landmarks.

Highlights

  • Visit the interesting neighbourhoods of urban Accra
  • Admire some of Ghana’s best pre-colonial buildings
  • Learn about the history and heritage of Accra
  • Spot the international influences within the local architecture
Pick up:
The Ussher Fort, High Street
Drop off:
Palladium, Arena Accra
Included:
English Speaking Guide, entrance fees, shared taxi
Not included:
Lunch, tips for photography, items of a personal nature, tips & gratuities for your guide
Clothing:
Since this is a walking tour, we recommend dresses (light) that would make you feel comfortable in this weather condition.
Tipping:
If you are happy with the services provided by your local guides and drivers a tip - though not compulsory - is appropriate. While it may not be customary to you, it is of great significance to the people who will take care of you during your travels, inspires excellent service, and is an entrenched feature of the tourism industry across many Intrepid Urban Adventures destinations. Please consider this when budgeting for your extra expenses on this tour.

Tour Itinerary

Accra is home to an incredible range of architectural triumphs, so what better way to see them than with the Urban Adventures crew? Start the day by meeting a friendly local guide at Ussher Fort, then travel to some of the neighbourhoods first occupied by European settlers many years ago. Marvel at the Euro-style beauty and elegance of grand buildings and stately homes located in the Danish Accra and Dutch Accra areas.

Continue the journey to English Accra (also known as Jamestown), which used to house most of the former English officials and staff that served in the colonial government during the 19th century. Next, stroll through the Ga-Mashie area of Jamestown and admire the many architectural masterpieces that have survived from the colonial era. Don’t forget to take plenty of photos, as these neighbourhoods reveal a different side of Accra.

Next, admire the Sea View Hotel, which as the oldest hotel in Accra has a fascinating history worth hearing about. Continue the journey by appreciating more local architecture, from colonial era houses to Palladium Hall, a place of great local political significance. Finish the tour at Arena Accra, hopefully with a camera full of stunning snapshots!

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20%

This is the least confronting of our tour range. Transport used on the trip is either private or a very comfortable public option, the activities included are usually iconic sites and locations that are not all too confronting.

40%

The tour can include a mix of private and public transport providing a level of comfort that is slightly below what you would experience at home. Sites visited are usually iconic sites, tours can also include market visits, visits to communities etc that provide the traveller with a fantastic insight into destination.

60%

Expect to rough it for parts of this tour, whether it's a packed public bus where you are forced to stand, a visit to a local market, a local community, you are sure to have an experience that is very different from what you're used to at home.

80%

The comforts of your home town and the environment you are used to are more of a rarity. Expect some challenging transport options, visits to local sites and areas that don't resemble anything at home.

100%

You're out there in the global community! You are likely to be exposed to the elements, travel in whatever means of transport is available and basically take it as it comes, whatever comes! It can be tough.

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20%

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40%

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60%

These tours involve a bit of physical activity from walking up and down hills in the destination you're travelling in or the surrounding areas. Climbing on and off local transport or riding a bike up to 30 kms along predominantly flat terrain or jumping in a kayak for a gentle paddle on flat water.

80%

These Tours will provide you with some solid physical activity. Whether its bike riding, walking, trekking, kayaking or riding on public transport you will need to have a good level of fitness to enjoy this tour.

100%

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25%

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50%

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75%

For those who like to travel in comfort

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