Cape Coast Castle is a historic fortress in Ghana known for its powerful role in the trans-Atlantic slave trade and its preserved architecture that offers deep cultural and historical insight into the country’s past. Book your visit on Thrugh to explore this significant heritage landmark.
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First built by the Swedes in 1653 as Fort Carolusborg, Cape Coast Castle was fought over by Danes, Dutch, local Fetu chiefs and, finally, the British, who seized and renamed it in 1664. From a booming hub of the trans-Atlantic slave trade it became Britain’s colonial headquarters in the Gold Coast until 1877, later shifting to commerce and education. Today the restored seaside fortress operates as a museum and Ghana Museums & Monuments Board office, inviting visitors to walk through nearly four centuries of layered history.
entrance Fee
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opening Hours
09:00 – 16:30 daily (last entry 16:00)
bathrooms
Restrooms available in the courtyard
accessibility
Partial wheelchair access at ground level; dungeons require steep stairs
parking
Free on-site car park
guided Tours
Included in ticket • start about every 30 min • 45-60 min long
photography
Allowed with camera permit • no flash in museum galleries
wifi
Not available
souvenir Shop
Yes – gift & book shop
food Drinks
Ancestral Flavors: Café inside Castle + Street vendors outside
child Friendly
Yes (content is heavy; parental guidance advised)
average Visit Duration
1–2 hours
intensity
Moderate – uneven floors, heat, narrow staircases
best Time To Visit
Mornings before tour buses (09:00-11:00)
payment Methods
Cash,Mobile Money
dress Code
Respectful attire, sturdy shoes
last Entry
16:00
4Q35+FH Cape Coast, Ghana
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