Cultural Tourism:
The rich and unique culture which expresses the general way of life of the Ghanaian, particularly the chieftaincy institution with its associated colourful durbar of Chiefs and all year round traditional festivals, feature prominently in cultural tourism packages. Coupled with these are the artistic expressions of the people which are embodied in artefacts and handicrafts such as smocks, “kente” and “adinkra” cloth, wood carvings, brass works, leather works, basketry and pottery.

Historical heritage tourism:
This component of tourism relates to the existence of numerous forts and castles dotted along the coastline of Ghana. They portray the country’s links with Europe and the Americas since the 15 th Century. UNESCO has listed the forts and castles as World Heritage sites.

Eco-Tourism:
This comprises Ghana’s unique eco-systems including wildlife, Nature parks and reserves such as the Mole National Park, and Kakum National Park with its Canopy Walkway. There are also Coastal Wetlands and Ramsar Sites with bio-diversity and marine life appreciated by nature lovers. Monkey sanctuaries, the tropical rainforest and botanical gardens form part of a larger landscape of eco-tourism, which have become some of the fastest growing tourist attractions in Ghana today. 

• Be adventurous and enjoy a walk on the canopy walkway.
  The canopy walkway is composed of 350 meters of suspended bridge and six tree platforms that reach the height of 30 meters above the forest floor. From the treetops, visitors experience a unique and spectacular view of the rainforest ecosystem and have the opportunity to see flora and fauna, which could never be viewed from the ground. Hundreds of species of butterflies and birds can be viewed from the Walkway early in the morning and if visitors are lucky, may catch a glimpse of the Spot-nose, Campbell's and Columbus monkeys.
• Visit the “Hidden Connection” exhibit for lessons in conservation. At least forty-five minutes will be needed for this.
• Go on the Sun Bird Trail and search for more than 400 bird species found on the Kakum bird checklist.

The forts and castles along the coast of Ghana date back to the 15th Century and were built and occupied at different times by the Portuguese, Spaniards, Danes, Dutch, German and British as trading posts, and later as transit points for slaves during the Slave Trade. Today, some have been restored and serve a variety of uses while some are in ruins.

St Georges Castle, Elmina , Central Region
The town of Elmina was the first point of contact between Europeans and the inhabitants of Ghana with the arrival in 1471, of a Portuguese expedition, led by Don Diego d’ Azambuja arrived. Because of the vast amount of gold and ivory, they found here, they called the area "Mina de Ouro" - the gold mine. Elmina soon became the centre of a thriving trade in gold, ivory and slaves, which were exchanged for cloth, beads, brass bracelets and other goods brought by the Portuguese.

The Castle was built by the Portuguese in 1482.
As the profitable trade in gold and slaves at Elmina increased, it began to attract the attention of other European nations, and a struggle for control of the Castle ensued. Finally, in 1637, after two previously unsuccessful attempts, the Dutch captured Elmina Castle and remained in control for the next 274 years.
It was ceded to Britain in 1872.
A guided tour is offered daily for a fee. The Castle also has a gift shop.

Fort St. Jago, stands on a hill awalking distance from Elmina Castle . It is from this vantage point that the Dutch launched their successful land attack on Elmina Castle. Fort St. Jago was not used for trading activities. Its primary purpose was to provide military protection to the Castle and to serve as a disciplinary institution for European convicts and malcontents. Its location provides a panoramic view of Elmina town and the Castle.

Cape Coast Castle – Cape Coast, Central Region -
Most historians believe that Cape Coast Castle was originally built as a small trading lodge, which was subsequently enlarged into a fortification. In 1637 the lodge was occupied by the Dutch. Then, captured by the Swedes, in 1652 who named it Fort Carolusburg. For a time, both the local people and various European powers fought for and gained possession of the fort. Finally, in 1664, after a four-day battle, the fort was captured by the British and re-named Cape Coast Castle. The Castle served as the seat of the British colonial administration in the then Gold Coast ( Ghana) until the administration was moved to Christianborg Castle in Accra on March 19,1877.

Like most ancient fortifications in Ghana, Cape Coast Castle played a significant role in the gold and slave trades. Also, as a result of the European influence there, two significant contributions were made that are still evident today: the arrival of Christianity in the country, and the establishment of the first formal education system through Castle Schools.
A guided tour of the Cape Coast Castle will acquaint you with its many interesting features including Dalzel Tower, the graves of Governor George Maclean and his wife Leticia Langdon, the slave dungeons, Palaver Hall, and the cannons and mortars used in the Castle's defense.

Guided tours of Cape Coast Castle are available daily. A tour fee is charged. There is also a nominal charge for taking photographs or for using a video camera.

West African Historical Museum
The Museum is located within Cape Coast Castle and contains a growing collection of art and cultural objects from various parts of West Africa, for example ceremonial drums, old muskets, shackles used in the slave trade and ancient pottery.

Fort William – Cape Coast
Built by the British in 1819-20, and called Smith's Tower. Rebuilt in 1830-31 and renamed Fort William. Been used as a lighthouse since 1835. Other Notable Castles

Christianborg Castle - ACCRA
A Portuguese fortified house, in 1500. Captured by Swedes in 1645. Swedish lodge built in 1652. Taken by Danes in 1657. Enlarged and named Christianborg after King Christian V of Denmark, in 1659. Temporarily in Dutch hands in 1660. Site ceded to Danes by King of Accra, in 1661. Temporarily in Portuguese hands and called St. Francis Xavier, in 1679-83. Reoccupied by Danes, in 1683. Taken by the Akwamus, in 1693. Redeemed by the Danes in 1694. Enlarged between 1730 and 1780. Bought by Britain in 1850. Damaged by earthquake in 1862, rebuilt and used as residence of the British Governor of Gold Coast, in 1877-1957. Residence of Prime Minister of Ghana, later, official residence of Dr. Kwame Nkrumah, first President of Ghana, in 1960. It has since remained the Seat of Government. Not open to the public.

Fort Crevecoer (Ussher Fort) - ACCRA
Dutch post built in 1642. Enlarged and named Fort Crevecoeur, in 1652. Temporarily in British hands, in 1782. Returned to the Dutch in 1785. Abandoned in 1816. Damaged by earthquake, in 1862. Transferred to British, rebuilt and renamed Ussher Fort, in 1868. Presently serves as a prison.