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Things to see in Kumasi (Ghana): 6 places and when to go
Kumasi is a major city in Ghana with around 1,646,000 inhabitants, and this site lists 6 places in and around it, mainly Temples (2), Nature (2), Wildlife (2). The best known are Manhyia Palace, St Peter's Cathedral Basilica, Kumasi and Wesley Methodist Cathedral. The best time to come is November to January; also possible: February to April and August to October. There are about 12 h 23 of daylight all year round: this close to the equator the days barely change. Here is what there is, when to go, how to get there and what else is nearby.
In a nutshell
- Where
- Ghana · 6.6919, -1.632
- Population
- About 1,646,000
- Places
- 6 places on this site, in the town and around it.
- What people come for
- Temples (2) · Nature (2) · Wildlife (2) · History (1) · Food and drink (1)
- Best time
- November to January.
- Also possible
- February to April and August to October.
- Nearest airport
- KMS Kumasi, 5.2 km as the crow flies
What to see in Kumasi
The places in and around Kumasi, best known first, each with its own page: what it is, when to go and what is next to it. Distances are from the centre, as the crow flies.
- Manhyia PalaceThe official Palace of the Asantehene in Ghana2.2 km
- St Peter's Cathedral Basilica, KumasiBuilding in Africa1.6 km
- Wesley Methodist CathedralCathedral in Kumasi, Ghana969 m
- Bobiri Butterfly SanctuaryProtected area of Ghana36 km
- Asafo marketShopping mall in Ashanti, Ghana1.8 km
- Owabi Wildlife SanctuaryProtected area7.9 km
When to go to Kumasi
The best time to visit Kumasi is November to January; also possible: February to April and August to October. This comes from its own places: a month counts as the town's best time when it is the best time for half of what there is to see.
- JanBest time11:39
- FebPossible11:47
- MarPossible11:57
- AprPossible12:09
- MayBetter not12:18
- JunBetter not12:23
- JulBetter not12:21
- AugPossible12:13
- SepPossible12:02
- OctPossible11:51
- NovBest time11:41
- DecBest time11:37
Best timePossibleBetter notHours of daylight
There are about 12 h 23 of daylight all year round: this close to the equator the days barely change. In January, 6 of the 6 places are at their best.
When to go to Ghana in general, with its festivals and peak seasons, is in its country guide.
Getting to Kumasi
The nearest main airport is Prempeh I International Airport (KMS, Kumasi), 5.2 km as the crow flies. How to get around Ghana (train, car, bus) is in its country guide, and what to sort out before you leave is in its checklist.
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Other towns nearby
And all of Ghana, in its country guide.
Frequently asked questions
What is there to see in Kumasi?
The best known: Manhyia Palace, St Peter's Cathedral Basilica, Kumasi, Wesley Methodist Cathedral, Bobiri Butterfly Sanctuary, Asafo market. In all, 6 places in the town and around it, all on your trip map from day one.
When is the best time to visit Kumasi?
November to January; also possible: February to April and August to October. There are about 12 h 23 of daylight all year round: this close to the equator the days barely change.
How do you get to Kumasi?
The nearest main airport is Prempeh I International Airport (KMS), 5.2 km away. From there, directions opens the route on the map.
How do I add it to my trip?
Create a trip with Kumasi as the destination and these 6 places are on your map, each with its category. The ones you like go into a day's plan with one tap, and Kokai reminds you when you pass nearby.
Keep reading
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- Where to travelPick what you fancy (mountains, beaches, museums…) and the months you have free, and Kokai tells you which countries to go to and what to see there.
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