Tamale is one of Ghana's major cities, home to around 464,316 people.
Best time
The dry season for the most comfortable travel
Weather
Largely warm year-round with distinct wet and dry seasons
Local favourites
Zaachi Ice Cream
There is a reason this dessert place is the first listing: it should be considered an attraction of Tamale. The ice cream quality is compara
De Shallot Eatery
They sell all kinds of local foods, including a selection of rice and meats.
Asanka Local Chop Bar
A very low-key restaurant without any "Asanka Local" signage – but it is the only restaurant in the vicinity. They serve mainly fufu with li
Oasis Lounge Bar & Restaurant
Place is very serene. Enjoyable cool music. Nice entertainment. The managers are very friendly and accommodating. A nice place to go blow of
Kamara's Chop Bar Nyabɔtrɛ
Cook, and sell jallof rice, waakye, rice balls, bank, fufu with PA nut soup or light soup, etc.
Crest Restaurant
A bar on the main street that also serves good rice dishes and even spring rolls. If you want something more like home they have a colonial-
Tourist favourites & top-rated
Gariba Lodge
It's a hotel considered to be two stars by the government.
Temaya Cottage Lodge
Comes with A/C, TV, breakfast, and sometimes hot showers. There are no mirrors in the room and internet (especially with Vodafone) can be sp
Sundowner Lodge
Jeyads Lodge
Known for its welcoming environment, Jeyads Lodge offers a comfortable stay.
Gaana Hotel