Out and About STYLE Mag Issue 3 Vol. 2

ENJOY THE LOCAL CAFES
If exploring the nightlife isn’t your cup of tea, I highly
suggest visiting some of Accra’s gorgeous cafes.
Accra’s has many cafés around the city that are perfect
for catching a quick bite, taking some Instagram
worthy photos or checking your email while enjoying
a relaxing coffee. Concrete Jungle is a calming lush
green oasis away from the hustle and bustle of the
city. Located in Osu, Ghana, with a wellness centre
attached, Concrete Jungle has a unique space for
creative spirits looking to relax away from the city
while enjoying the soothing greenery. Gold accents
and quirky chairs, this Jungle quickly became one of
my favourite cafes to visit with my girlfriends due to
its “Instagramable” aesthetic. Café Kwae is another
local gem with cosy vibes and comfortable space
that feels like home. Simple, fresh food, Café Kwae
offers thoughtfully curated wholesome and delicious
meals, locally sourced and made with love.
VISIT JAMESTOWN
Jamestown is the oldest neighbourhood in Accra,
but don’t let that keep you from visiting this town
full of life and history we must never forget. A
vibrant town with old colonial buildings, clapboard
houses and iron shacks. Jamestown is on the
Atlantic Ocean currently serving as a busy and
colourful fishing harbour. Historically, Jamestown
originated as a community that emerged around
the 17th century, British James Fort. Known for its
whitewashed lighthouse with beautiful city views,
popular boxing gyms and Chale Wote Street Arts
Festival. Jamestown is a centre for arts and culture.
It is recommended that you go on tour with a local
guide to get the full experience of Jamestown.
VISIT THE ARTS CENTRE FOR NATIONAL
CULTURE
The Accra Regional Centre for culture is tourist
heaven! This is the place to find souvenirs and
gifts for all your friends and family. The art centre
has everything from woven kente cloth, wooden
sculptures, beadworks, leather bags, brass African
bangles, earrings and other fashion accessories, to
the latest in African Attire fashion and good-quality
handicrafts from all over Ghana and Africa. The arts
centre not only offers several types of goods but also
offers a bead making and African drumming class.
The African drumming and bead making classes are
perfect for the solo traveller or large group looking
to get a quick taste of Ghanaian culture without
going far outside the city of Accra.
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