Heritage / Landmark destination
Independence Square / Black Star Square
Accra Metropolitan, Greater Accra
Large ceremonial public square with the Independence Arch and Black Star monuments, used for national parades and civic events.
Destination overview
About Independence Square / Black Star Square
Large ceremonial public square with the Independence Arch and Black Star monuments, used for national parades and civic events.
- National heritage core
- National symbols
- photography
- 30-60 minutes
Travel context
- Category
- Heritage / Landmark
- Area
- Accra Metropolitan, Greater Accra
- Map centre
- 5.5465, -0.1924
Distance to landmarks
Straight-line distance from the centre of Independence Square / Black Star Square. Drive times will differ with traffic.
- Accra city centre (CBD)1.6 km
- 37 Military Hospital4.3 km
- Labadi Beach4.6 km
- Kotoka International Airport7.1 km
- Accra Mall8.7 km
- University of Ghana (Legon)11.6 km
Nearby destinations in Greater Accra
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