About Kumasi
Kumasi is one of Ghana's major cities, home to around 2,544,530 people.
Best time
The dry season for the most comfortable travel
Weather
Largely warm year-round with distinct wet and dry seasons
Experiences
Things to do in Kumasi
1
Kumasi Zoological Garden
2
Kejetia Market
3
St. Peter's Cathedral
4
Manhyia Palace Museum
5
Prempeh II Jubilee Museum
6
Lake Bosumtwi
Budget travel
Free things to do in Kumasi
Kumasi Zoological Garden
Kejetia Market
St. Peter's Cathedral
Lake Bosumtwi
Mostly free or pay-what-you-like — always double-check opening times and any seasonal fees before you go.
Plan your trip
Suggested itinerary
- 1
Day 1
Icons & landmarks
- Visit Kumasi Zoological Garden
- Visit Kejetia Market
- Visit St. Peter's Cathedral
- Eat at Friends Gardens
- 2
Day 2
Culture & neighborhoods
- Visit Manhyia Palace Museum
- Visit Prempeh II Jubilee Museum
- Visit Lake Bosumtwi
- Eat at Moti Mahal
Where to eat
Local favourites
Friends Gardens
Tasty local African dishes.
Moti Mahal
Indian cuisine.
Ike's Cafe and Grill
Local and intercontinental. Good but not cheap.
Where to stay
Tourist favourites & top-rated
- $
Mikaddo City Inn
Contemporary lodging with wifi, laundry, breakfast, a/c, parking in the craziness of Kumasi centre.
Four Villages Inn
Royal Lamerta Hotel
- $
Vienna City Kumasi
Sort of outlying hotel location with laundry, restaurant, pub (smoky), casino, billiards, Wi-Fi. Gated.
- $
Lancaster Kumasi City
Full amenities: Wi-Fi, a/c, pool, bar, restaurant, buffet breakfast, gym, room service, airport shuttle, security cameras, conference room,
Shopping
- Ntonso Adinkra Village
Museums & culture
- St. Peter's Cathedral
- Manhyia Palace Museum
- Prempeh II Jubilee Museum
In pictures
Kumasi gallery
Keep exploring
