National Museum of Ghana in Central Accra, Accra: Tickets, Hours and Family Guide
Museums and history in Central Accra, Accra
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Ghana's national museum on Barnes Road in central Accra, with archaeology, traditional arts, cultural heritage and a play corner with Lego for younger children.
What is National Museum of Ghana?
The National Museum of Ghana sits on Barnes Road in central Accra and offers a compact, family-friendly introduction to Ghanaian history and culture. The collection covers archaeology, traditional arts and Ghanaian cultural heritage across two floors, and there is a play corner with Lego for younger children if they get restless.
The museum is close to Independence Square, which makes it easy to combine the two, and children, students and groups often receive reduced rates. Entry is about GH₵ 20 for Ghanaian adults, with non-Ghanaian adults paying more, and the museum is open daily from 9am to 4:30pm.
The National Museum of Ghana preserves the country's archaeology and cultural heritage and runs educational programmes for schools.
National Museum of Ghana ticket prices 2026
| Visitor type | Adult | Child | Toddler |
|---|---|---|---|
| Standard rate | GHS 20 | GHS 5 | Free |
Entry reported at about GH₵ 20 for Ghanaian adults and GH₵ 5 for children, with higher rates for non-Ghanaian adults. Confirm current rates at the desk.
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- Play corner Lego for younger children
- Close to Independence Square Combine the two
- Reduced rates for children Ask at the desk
Is it right for your child's age?
| Age group | Verdict | What to expect |
|---|---|---|
| 0-2 years | Okay | Short visit with a carrier |
| 3-5 years | Good | Play corner and colourful exhibits |
| 6-9 years | Great | Archaeology and traditional arts |
| 10-12 years | Great | Full galleries |
| 13+ years | Great | Cultural heritage collection |
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Key details
- Address
- Barnes Road, central Accra, Accra
- Opening hours
- Daily 9am–4:30pm Closed now
- How long to plan
- 1.5 to 2 hours
- Suitable ages
- All ages
- Setting
- Indoor
- Booking
- Walk-in; book ahead for school groups
- Payment accepted
- Cash and mobile money at the desk
- Phone
- +233 30 221 633
What to expect when you visit
Pay at the desk, then work through the two floors of galleries. The archaeology and traditional arts collections are the core, and the play corner gives younger children a break.
Allow an hour and a half to two hours. It is close to Independence Square, so pair the two for a half-day of central Accra history.
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Is there a play area?
Yes, a play corner with Lego.
How much is entry?
About GH₵ 20 for Ghanaian adults and GH₵ 5 for children.
Is it close to Independence Square?
Yes, a short walk.
Family essentials
- Suitable age bands
- 0–2 years
- 3–5 years
- 6–9 years
- 10–12 years
- 13+ years
- Safety notes
Keep children behind the barriers and supervise them in the play corner.
Tickets and costs
- Parking
- Free
- Free entry rules
- No
- Extra costs (activities, rentals, food)
Archaeology, traditional arts, cultural heritage, play corner with Lego
Plan your visit
- Combine with
- Kwame Nkrumah Memorial Park
- Independence Square
- Nationalism Park
- What to bring
- Comfortable shoes
- water
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Frequently asked questions
- How much does it cost to visit National Museum of Ghana?
- Adults pay GHS 20 and children pay GHS 5. Children under the toddler age enter free. Entry reported at about GH₵ 20 for Ghanaian adults and GH₵ 5 for children, with higher rates for non-Ghanaian adults. Confirm current rates at the desk.
- What are the National Museum of Ghana opening hours?
- Daily 9am–4:30pm.
- How long do you need at National Museum of Ghana?
- Plan for 1.5 to 2 hours.
- What payment methods does National Museum of Ghana accept?
- National Museum of Ghana accepts Cash and mobile money at the desk. It does not accept cash.
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