Legon Botanical Gardens in Legon, Accra: Tickets, Hours and Family Guide
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A 50-hectare botanical garden on the University of Ghana campus edge, with a high-ropes course, junior ropes, trampoline, climbing circuit and a 7.8-metre pyramid net climber.
What is Legon Botanical Gardens?
Legon Botanical Gardens covers about 50 hectares on the edge of the University of Ghana campus in Legon, Accra. It combines forest trails, lakeside picnic lawns, lily ponds, heritage trees and birdwatching with an unusually strong set of children's activities: a high-ropes course, junior ropes, a trampoline, a climbing jungle circuit with plastic slides, a carousel, and a 7.8-metre four-sided pyramid net climber, plus fishing and cycling.
The gardens open at 8am, and arriving before 10am means you almost have the place to yourself. Basic garden entry is around GH₵ 20–30 for adults, with the high-ropes course and other activities priced separately. It is one of the best-value outdoor family days in Accra, and the mix of nature and active play works for mixed ages.
Legon Botanical Gardens conserves a 50-hectare green space on the university campus and runs outdoor activity programmes for families.
Legon Botanical Gardens ticket prices 2026
| Visitor type | Adult | Child | Toddler |
|---|---|---|---|
| Standard rate | GHS 20 | GHS 10 | Free |
Basic garden entry reported at about GH₵ 20–30 for adults and GH₵ 10–15 for children, with the high-ropes course and other activities priced separately. Confirm current rates at the gate.
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💡 Money-saving tips for families
- Arrive early Before 10am the gardens are almost empty
- Bring a picnic The lakeside lawns are the best spot
- Activities cost extra The high-ropes and climbing circuit are priced separately
Is it right for your child's age?
| Age group | Verdict | What to expect |
|---|---|---|
| 0-2 years | Good | Lakeside lawns and gentle paths |
| 3-5 years | Great | Junior ropes and carousel |
| 6-9 years | Great | Climbing circuit and trampoline |
| 10-12 years | Great | High ropes and pyramid net |
| 13+ years | Great | Full activity list |
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Key details
- Address
- Agbogba Junction, off the Haatso–Atomic Road, Legon, Accra, Accra
- Opening hours
- Daily 8am–6pm; weekdays 8am–5pm Closed now
- How long to plan
- 2 to 4 hours
- Suitable ages
- All ages
- Setting
- Outdoor
- Booking
- Walk-in; pay for activities at the course
- Payment accepted
- Card and mobile money at the gate
- Phone
- +233 26 236 6167
What to expect when you visit
Pay the garden entry at the gate, then buy activity tickets at the ropes course. The junior ropes, trampoline and climbing circuit suit younger children, while the high-ropes course and pyramid net work for older ones.
Allow two to four hours. Bring a picnic and a mat for the lakeside lawns, and arrive early to avoid the heat and the crowds.
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Is there a high-ropes course?
Yes, plus junior ropes and a climbing circuit.
How much is entry?
About GH₵ 20–30 for adults, with activities extra.
Is it good for toddlers?
Yes, the lakeside lawns and gentle paths suit them.
Family essentials
- Suitable age bands
- 0–2 years
- 3–5 years
- 6–9 years
- 10–12 years
- 13+ years
- Safety notes
Supervise children on the ropes and climbing equipment, follow the instructors' instructions and keep them away from the lake edge.
Tickets and costs
- Parking
- Free
- Free entry rules
- No
- Extra costs (activities, rentals, food)
High-ropes course, junior ropes, trampoline, climbing circuit, carousel, pyramid net climber, fishing, cycling, lakeside picnic
Plan your visit
- Combine with
- Play Accra
- A&C Mall Kiddie Ground
- Aburi Botanical Gardens
- What to bring
- Picnic mat
- sunscreen
- closed shoes for ropes
- water
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Frequently asked questions
- How much does it cost to visit Legon Botanical Gardens?
- Adults pay GHS 20 and children pay GHS 10. Children under the toddler age enter free. Basic garden entry reported at about GH₵ 20–30 for adults and GH₵ 10–15 for children, with the high-ropes course and other activities priced separately. Confirm current rates at the gate.
- What are the Legon Botanical Gardens opening hours?
- Daily 8am–6pm; weekdays 8am–5pm.
- How long do you need at Legon Botanical Gardens?
- Plan for 2 to 4 hours.
- What payment methods does Legon Botanical Gardens accept?
- Legon Botanical Gardens accepts Card and mobile money at the gate. It does not accept cash.
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