James Fort in Accra as seen from the beach in Jamestown, taken 2010.Photo: Newfoundlandguy

James Fort

Jamestown, Accra · Greater Accra

A weathered 1673 British fort and former prison on the rocks where Jamestown's fishing canoes still land at dawn.

The local tip

The interior is often locked, so treat the seawall and canoe beach beside it as the main reason to come.

Check before leaving

Ask a Jamestown guide whether the gate is open that day before planning around it.