Elmina Heritage Tour

5.0 (6 reviews) Ghana
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Duration2h - 3h
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TicketMobile or paper ticket accepted
LanguagesEnglish
Private tourOnly your group will participate
Pickup offeredSee the meeting and pickup details below

Overview

Discover Elmina on a guided walking tour filled with history, culture, and real-life experiences. Walk through historic streets, visit key landmarks, and learn about the town’s deep connections to trade and colonial history.

What to expect:
- Explore historic sites, including Elmina Castle
- Visit the local fishing harbor
- Learn about the town’s Dutch and Portuguese influences.
- Meet friendly locals and experience daily life in Elmina.
Join us for a unique experience and see Elmina in a new way. Book your tour today!

What's included

  • Bottled water
  • Snacks
  • Lunch
  • Admission Fee / Elmina Castle
  • Gratuities

What to expect

  1. Elmina Castle
    1h · Admission ticket included
    Built in by the Portuguese in 1482, the Elmina Castle initially served a trading post before playing a key role in the infamous transatlantic slave trade.
  2. Elmina lagoon
    10m
    The Benya Lagoon serves as the soul of Elmina, here we will learn about the spiritual connection between the people and the lagoon.
  3. 15m
    Seated in the heart of Elmina is the Methodist Church built in 1900. On our way we will also learn about buildings that have survived from the colonial era. We will also visit the Nana Kobina Gyan Square, named after the king of Elmina who stood against the British.
  4. 10m
    The Dutch Cemetery is locate in an area formerly known as the Garden of Elmina. The cemetery was built in 1806 under the orders of the Dutch governor Johannes Hoogenbom.
  5. 10m
    Situated on the Roman hill is the St Joseph's Minor Basilica, this church is a testament to the early influence of religion in colonial Elmina and Ghana. Climb up the 121 steps to the hill top, where we have a panoramic view of the Elmina township and the salt mining ponds.
  6. 10m
    Our tour will end at the Benya Shrine. Our guide will tell us the role of Nana Benya and the pact made between man and god which birthed the town of Elmina.

Meeting and pickup

Meeting point

We will meet at the car park of the Elmina Castle.

End point

We will end our tour at the Coconut Grove Bridge House where we will have lunch.

Pickup details

The tour begins in Elmina but we can arrange for pick up outside Elmina. With this arrangement the client will have to directly pay for the ride/fuel from the point of pick up.

Additional information

  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
  • Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
  • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
  • Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness

Cancellation policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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