Takoradi

Overview

Takoradi and Sekondi together form one of the liveliest cities of Ghana. While Sekondi dates back to the 17-th century, Takoradi was just a fishing village when it was chosen to become Ghana's first deep-water seaport. Since then it has boomed. It is a young and vibrant city.

The heart of the city is a sqaure called Market Circle Bus stations, cheap hotels and restaurants are all to be found in this area. Liberation Road , which leads southeast from here takes you to the port area via the Artisan centre - a good place for souvenirs. In the port area you find the post office, the train station as well as banks and department stores.

There is a good beach just 2 km south of the centre, with a golf course and a sports club nearby.

Some of the good hotels in Takoradi where you can stay are: Africa Beach Hotel, Takoradi Beach Hotel, Valley Beach Hotel etc. The "good" area so as to stay and have fun is Beach Road. it has a lot of joints where you will be able to have both fun and food...

History