In Ghana, you can enjoy an incredible experience without straining your budget. We’ve compiled 14 budget-friendly options that cater to your budget, whether you are on a strict budget during your trip or you want to maximize your adventures.

 

Get a pedicure at Lynette’s

If you love nail care, you should definitely visit Lynette’s. Located in East Legon, this beautiful pink spa has such an aesthetically pleasing space, perfect for the gram. All their products are vegan and cruelty free. They are open from Monday to Saturday from 9am to 7pm. However, this is by appointment only so make sure to book ahead of time. Their services include manicures, pedicures, treatments, deep cleaning, gel coatings and enhancements. Check out their Instagram page or their website to book an appointment.

 

Fish pedicure at Adinkra Pedicure Lounge

Located in Madina, you can get a fish pedicure spa and have softer and cleaner feet. Once you enter, your feet are washed to ensure there are no cuts. After, you place your feet into the fish tank and they eat away the dead skin on your feet. It costs about 200 cedis ($16) per person and you should be done in 45 minutes. 

 

Do Yoga with puppies 

Yes, that is exactly what it sounds like. You can book a class with Paws R Us at California Fitness for 250 GHS. While the instructor is taking the class, the puppies are free to do what they do best; be cute, cuddle and play with you while taking your yoga class. The best part is you can buy a puppy for about 1,800 GHS at the end of the class, if you want. Now, that is one way to get motivated to do yoga several times a week. 

 

Watch an outdoor movie 

Head to the Movenpick Hotel to have an outdoor movie experience on Saturdays. It is about 250 ($20) GHS for 2 people. Depending on the package you choose, you will be able to get different snacks to munch on during the movie. Reservations have to be made so make sure to follow them on their socials so you will know when there is a movie that will be showing and follow the booking instructions. 

 

Paint-a-pot

To have this experience, head on to Bella Afrik where they host Wine and Art Studio to paint a pot. This fun activity is perfect for people who are creative, want to have fun or simply want to experience painting something. Prices range from 150 GHS to 250 GHS, depending on the package you choose, it includes the painting, a drink, bruschetta and a plant to take home in the pot you painted. 

 

Battle it out with Go-Kart

One of the activities you can do in Accra is go-karting. You can go to A1 Raceway, an outdoor go-kart track with fast karts and you can go there with friends for an epic go-kart battle to see who is the best at go-karting. 

 

Visit Kokrobite Garden

The Kokrobite Garden is a beautiful place to spend the day exploring or spend the night in the on-site caravan for a truly unforgettable experience among the garden’s enchanting plants and flowers. The trailer features a double bed, an outdoor toilet, and a sofa for just 12 euros each night.

 

Visit the Pan-African Library

Visit the first library of its kind in Africa and the Diaspora to learn more about African and Diaspora literature. Once you visit, you’ll surely leave with dozens of titles to add to your reading list. More than 4,000 volumes chronicling Africa and its diaspora can be found in this quaint library.

 

See modern Ghanaian art at the Artists Alliance Gallery

Another addition to Accra’s ever-evolving art scene is the Artists Alliance Gallery. Ablade Glover, a Ghanaian artist, opened the three-story exhibition that had both ancient and modern displays. The building itself is gorgeous, and you can purchase the artworks as you explore the gallery.

 

Take a cooking lesson to learn authentic Ghanaian cuisine

In Accra, you can enjoy a wide range of Ghanaian cuisine, as the country’s culture values many different types of dishes. A few of the tasty dishes you can enjoy are jollof rice, waakye, groundnut soup, fufu and so on. If you’re interested in learning how to make authentic Ghanaian foods, you can take a cooking class even if eating is your favorite part of the culinary process.

 

Visit the Ghana National Mosque 

The Ghana National Mosque should be on your list of sights to see while you’re in Ghana. The mosque, which is beautiful both inside and out, is the second-largest in West Africa and is definitely worth a visit. Guided tours of the mosque are available upon request.

 

Learn about the vegetation in Aburi Botanical Gardens

Aburi Botanical Gardens, located in Ghana’s eastern area, is a collection of numerous luxuriant plants and greenery. The Aburi Botanical Gardens are a great spot to take a break from the bustle of Accra, go on a picnic with the family, or have a romantic date with your person. The gardens feature flora from all over the world, including Mexico and Southern Florida.

 

Learn to play the drums

The booming rhythms you’ll hear at every corner in Accra have their roots in drums. Given the rise in popularity of Afrobeats and other forms of African music around the world, learning to play the drums is a great way to get in touch with the beat and a fun budget experience in Ghana. 

 

Watch a local football (or soccer) team

Soccer is extremely popular in Ghana. While you explore Accra, you’re likely to come across local teams engaged in competitive play. If you have time, stop and watch the game for free from the sidelines or the stands. You can also watch the local games at the stadium with other enthusiasts of the sport. 

 

From fish pedicures to amazing African art galleries, go-karting and having a yoga session with puppies, there is no doubt you will have an amazing time in Ghana even if you are on a strict budget. For more experiences to do in Ghana, check out our bucket list experiences you must have during your trip.