Accra is not all heavy traffic, overcrowding, and skyscrapers, you can have a picnic right here.
Yes, the city’s center feels like a never ending back and forth movement, with people always on-the-go.
What you probably didn’t know is that away from the hustle and bustle in central Accra, are serene, calm and hidden gardens you can go for picnics.
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Here on MyAccraonline we disclose some 3 hidden spots in Accra and just outside the capital you can go for that much-needed picnic.
1. Kwame Nkrumah Mausoleum Gardens
The exquisitely designed gardens of the Kwame Nkrumah Mausoleum are located in the centre of Accra.
It’s a serene location where you may enjoy a picnic and discover Ghana’s past.
The Kwame Nkrumah Mausoleum is a memorial dedicated to Dr. Kwame Nkrumah, the country’s first president and leader of independence. The modernist building symbolises Ghana’s independence movement and his lasting legacy.
The museum and peaceful gardens can serve as a nice spot for picnics.
2. Legon Botanical Gardens
This magnificent area in Accra offers a tranquil atmosphere for a picnic.
The Legon Botanical Gardens is a well-liked location for picnics and leisure because of its well-kept lawns, calm water features, and variety of plant life.
If you want to have some fun and be adventurous too, the Legon Botanical Gardens offers a variety of attractions, including a canopy walkway, high rope course, canoe rides on the Vaughan dam, and a playground.
The Garden also features sections like the Fire Belt, Rock Garden, Arboretum, and Mango Lane.
3. Aburi Botanical Gardens
Tucked away in the Eastern Region and about 30 minutes drive away from Accra is Aburi Botanical Gardens, a historic garden featuring a good assortment of exotic species, immaculate grounds, and picturesque vantage spots.
It’s a great spot for a peaceful picnic.
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