Jamestown Lighthouse

Jamestown Lighthouse is a stone tower standing 28 meters above the coastal area of Accra, marked by red and white horizontal stripes on its exterior. The structure includes the main tower and an attached keeper's dwelling at its base.

The current structure was built in 1930 to replace an earlier navigation aid that had been in place since 1871. This replacement improved safety for vessels traveling along the Ghanaian coast.

The lighthouse serves as a recognizable landmark in the Jamestown district, where fishermen and residents navigate daily around its distinctive striped tower. The structure has become woven into the identity of this working waterfront neighborhood through generations of maritime activity.

Access to the interior is through a narrow spiral staircase leading to a viewing platform overlooking the harbor and Accra's skyline. The climb involves steep steps and limited space, so take your time on the way up.

The lighthouse transmits a distinctive flashing pattern that mariners can recognize from far distances at sea. This signal system allows sailors to identify the structure as they navigate along the coast.

Location: Greater Accra Region

Inception: 1930s

Height: 28 m

GPS coordinates: 5.53301,-0.21197

Latest update: December 9, 2025 18:45