Labadi Beach in Labadi, Accra: Hours, Facilities and Family Guide
Parks, beaches and nature in Labadi, Accra
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Accra's most popular beach, on the La bypass road, with golden sand, lively surf, horse riding, bars and food vendors.
What is Labadi Beach?
Labadi Beach, also known as La Pleasure Beach, is the busiest and most popular beach on Ghana's coast, on the La bypass road in eastern Accra. At weekends it fills with families playing in the surf and youngsters playing football, with bars, food vendors, horse handlers and a lively atmosphere.
Entry through the main entrance by Labadi Beach Hotel costs about GH₵ 3–5 on weekdays and weekends, and guests at La Palm or Labadi Beach Hotel can access the beach free through the back gate. The shallow water near the shore is flat and reef-free, which makes it suitable for children, and horse rides along the shoreline are a popular family activity.
Labadi Beach is a public beach with lifeguards and a shallow, reef-free swimming area near the shore.
💡 Money-saving tips for families
- Cheap entry About GH₵ 3–5
- Shallow water Good for children near the shore
- Horse rides A popular family activity
Is it right for your child's age?
| Age group | Verdict | What to expect |
|---|---|---|
| 0-2 years | Good | Sand and shallow water with an adult |
| 3-5 years | Great | Shallow swimming and horse rides |
| 6-9 years | Great | Surf and beach games |
| 10-12 years | Great | Full beach day |
| 13+ years | Good | Beach and bars |
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Key details
- Price
- Entry from GHS 5
- Address
- La Bypass Road, Labadi, Accra, Accra
- Opening hours
- Daily 5am–7pm (reported) Closed now
- How long to plan
- 2 to 3 hours
- Suitable ages
- All ages
- Setting
- Outdoor
- Booking
- Walk-in
- Payment accepted
- Cash at the gate
What to expect when you visit
Pay the small entry fee at the main entrance, then find a spot on the sand. The swimming area is shallow near the shore, horse rides run along the beach, and the bars and food vendors serve through the day.
Allow two to three hours. Weekends are lively and busy, so go early for a quieter spot, and keep children within the shallow swimming area.
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How much is entry?
About GH₵ 3–5 per person.
Is the water safe for children?
The water near the shore is shallow and reef-free, but supervise at all times.
Are there horse rides?
Yes, along the beach.
Family essentials
- Suitable age bands
- 0–2 years
- 3–5 years
- 6–9 years
- 10–12 years
- 13+ years
- Safety notes
Keep children within the shallow swimming area, supervise them near the water and watch for horse traffic on the beach.
Tickets and costs
- Adult entry: Kenya / East African resident
- GHS 5
- Toddler entry (0 if free)
- Free
- Ticket notes
Entry reported at about GH₵ 3–5 per person, with free access for guests of La Palm and Labadi Beach Hotel. Confirm at the gate.
- Parking
- Free
- Free entry rules
- No
- Extra costs (activities, rentals, food)
Swimming, horse riding, bars, food vendors
- Food and drink per person (estimate)
- Free
- Return transport (estimate, flat)
- Free
- Transport estimate note
- Trotro to Labadi, then a short walk
Plan your visit
- Combine with
- Nationalism Park
- La Palm Royal Beach Hotel
- Accra Arts Centre
- What to bring
- Swimwear
- towel
- sunscreen
- cash
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Frequently asked questions
- What are the Labadi Beach opening hours?
- Daily 5am–7pm (reported).
- How long do you need at Labadi Beach?
- Plan for 2 to 3 hours.
- What payment methods does Labadi Beach accept?
- Labadi Beach accepts Cash at the gate. It does not accept cash.
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