Black Star Square
Accra, Greater Accra
Ghana's national parade ground on the Accra seafront, marked by the Black Star Gate.
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Visiting information
- Address
- Accra, Greater Accra
- Opening information
- Opening times are not published by a source we can verify. Confirm locally before visiting.
- Accessibility
- Accessibility information has not been verified for this place.
- Suggested time
- About an hour
About this place
Also called Independence Square, the ground was built under Nkrumah and is still used for Independence Day and Republic Day parades. The Black Star Gate carries the words Freedom and Justice, and the eternal flame of African liberation stands nearby.
District profile
Accra
Ghana's capital on the Gulf of Guinea, holding the national memorials, museums, markets and the country's main airport.
Why stay here: The usual first and last stop, and the base for the national monuments and markets.
Atmosphere: Coastal, busy and sociable, with the national institutions and the biggest markets in one city.
Ride-hailing apps cover the city. Trotro minibuses are cheap but need local knowledge.
Nearby attractions
More to explore around Accra and the wider Greater Accra.
- Kwame Nkrumah Memorial Park AccraThe mausoleum and museum of Ghana's first president, on the ground where independence was declared. 1-2 hours
Makola Market AccraAccra's central trading market, run largely by the city's market women. 1-2 hours
Jamestown Lighthouse JamestownThe lighthouse above Accra's oldest quarter, looking down on a working canoe harbour. Half a day on foot
Labadi Beach LabadiAccra's busiest public beach, in the coastal district of La. The best time to visit Labadi Beach is during the dry season, from November to March
Recommended district
Accra
The usual first and last stop, and the base for the national monuments and markets.
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Sources and verification
Status: Verified. Last reviewed 2026-09-07.
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