About
Koforidua is a city in Ghana's Eastern Region, set among rolling hills. It is a practical and pleasant place to stay for anyone who wants to spend time in the area rather than pass through it.
What the city offers
The setting is the first thing most visitors notice: green hills surround the town, and the landscape gives the city a calm, open character. The city is also known for its cultural life, which shows in its traditional festivals and in the everyday rhythm of its streets.
- Local markets, where handcrafted goods are sold and where you can see the region's craft at close quarters
- Traditional festivals, which bring the community together and give a sense of local customs
- A landscape of hills that makes walking and looking around the town a pleasure
Using Koforidua as a base
Koforidua works well as a starting point for exploring the wider Eastern Region. From here you can reach the area's distinctive umbrella rock formations, which are one of the region's best-known natural sights. Staying in the city lets you move between the town's markets and festivals and the countryside around it without having to make the journey from further away each day.
If you enjoy handcrafted goods, plan some time for the markets. If you are drawn to landscape and local traditions, the city and its surroundings reward a few unhurried days. Check current arrangements for festivals and tours before you travel, as these depend on the calendar and local organisers.