Jamestown & Lighthouse
Jamestown
Accra’s oldest Ga fishing town, where a red-and-white lighthouse overlooks colorful fishing boats and James Fort, and street murals are everywhere.
Jamestown grew up around James Fort, built by the English in 1673, and forms Accra’s old town. For a tip, you can climb the red-and-white lighthouse for views over the fishing harbor and its densely packed boats. The area also has boxing gyms, the old customs house and many murals. In August, during the Chale Wote street art festival, the whole of High Street turns into an open-air gallery.
It is recommended to hire a local guide and walk for 1 to 2 hours. Ask permission before photographing people, and keep an eye on your belongings around the crowded harbor.
Opening hours
Daytime
Nearby sights
- Ussher Fort
- Kwame Nkrumah Memorial Park
- Makola Market
- Centre for National Culture
- National Theatre of Ghana
- Black Star Square
- National Museum of Ghana
- Osu Castle (Christiansborg)