Scilla’s guidebook
Food scene
Buka is a beautiful spot to experience classic Ghanaian hospitality and an insta-worthy ambience. They describe their meals as fine African cuisine and that it is! It's a 10min drive from Halcyon and great for groups. Also a good spot for Nigerian food in Ghana
50 locals recommend
Buka Restaurant Osu Accra
g7 10th StBuka is a beautiful spot to experience classic Ghanaian hospitality and an insta-worthy ambience. They describe their meals as fine African cuisine and that it is! It's a 10min drive from Halcyon and great for groups. Also a good spot for Nigerian food in Ghana
Azmera has been around for a long time and maintains its status as a brilliant all you can eat buffet style for local Ghanaian dishes. An immersive experience!
30 locals recommend
Azmera Restaurant
9 Sir. Arku Korsah RdAzmera has been around for a long time and maintains its status as a brilliant all you can eat buffet style for local Ghanaian dishes. An immersive experience!
Experiences
From the best pizza at Bella Afrik to salsa dancing (lessons and social dancing) on Wednesday nights, Afrikiko has it all!
26 locals recommend
Afrikiko
Liberation RoadFrom the best pizza at Bella Afrik to salsa dancing (lessons and social dancing) on Wednesday nights, Afrikiko has it all!
Go for the live music, stay for the finger food. Entry is usually free except during peak season in December and early January. Chill atmosphere and great service!
36 locals recommend
+233 Jazz Bar & Grill
Doctor Isert StreetGo for the live music, stay for the finger food. Entry is usually free except during peak season in December and early January. Chill atmosphere and great service!
Sightseeing
Moove Africa organizes weekly trips to well known spots like Wli Waterfalls and Mount Afadjato, the highest point in Ghana. Their trips are often coupled with experiences like rock climbing and quad biking. It's an easy way to experience parts of Ghana without doing the work yourself!
Find them on Instagram @moooveafrica.
For curated trips reach out to @Sorted.Chale for a worthwhile experience
Mooove Africa
Imperial AvenueMoove Africa organizes weekly trips to well known spots like Wli Waterfalls and Mount Afadjato, the highest point in Ghana. Their trips are often coupled with experiences like rock climbing and quad biking. It's an easy way to experience parts of Ghana without doing the work yourself!
Find them on Instagram @moooveafrica.
For curated trips reach out to @Sorted.Chale for a worthwhile experience
Traveler advice
Getting around
Ubers and Taxis are widely available in Accra.
Ridesharing apps like Uber are relatively safe to move around the city with. For cheaper options (longer wait times) try Bolt app . You can also get around with the local bus system - trotros - but would recommend travelling with someone else on the trotro if you're new to the city to know which stops to use.
If you'd like a driver or access to a rental car, let us know!
Ways to save
Grocery stores nearby
Cooking your own meals might save you some money. If you choose to do so, here are some grocery stores with 5 - 10 minutes drive from the apartment.
- Marina mall
- Melcom
- Palace Mall
- On the Run - Airport Shell Filling station