Tema
Ghana · Greater Accra RegionGH
City in Greater Accra Region, Ghana
Tema is a city on the Bight of Benin and Atlantic coast of Ghana. It is located 25 kilometres (16 mi) east of the capital city; Accra, in the region of Greater Accra, and is the capital of the Tema Metropolitan District. As of 2013, Tema is the eleventh most populous settlement in Ghana, with a population of approximately 161,612 people – a marked decrease from its 2005 figure of 209,000. The Greenwich Meridian passes directly through the city. It also had the Meridian Rock. Tema is locally nicknamed the "Harbour City" because of its status as Ghana's largest seaport. It consists of 25 different communities which are numbered accordingly with each of them having easy access to the basic amenities.
Read more on Wikipedia →- Population
- 161,612
- Coordinates
- 5.670, -0.017
- Timezone
- Africa/Accra
- Elevation
- 1 m
Overview of Tema
Set in Greater Accra Region, Ghana, Tema is a mid-sized city. Its resident count stands at approximately 161,612. And that scale sets the rhythm of a stay. What stands out most: adventure, water sports and culture. It lies in the northern hemisphere, which drives its seasonal calendar.
Things to do in Tema
Adventure in Tema
(11)Our data lists Abseiling, Adventure, Adventure Parks, Amusement Parks and Boat Rides as adventure options here. The full list runs to 11 activities. The list follows Tema's own activity tags.
Water Sports in Tema
(9)Looking for water sports? Tema has Bodyboard, Canoeing, Kayaking, Kiteboarding and Sailboats. The full list runs to 9 activities. The list follows Tema's own activity tags.
Culture in Tema
(8)Under culture, Tema is tagged with Architectural Buildings, Art Galleries, Bridges, Cathedrals and Churches. In all, 8 activities are recorded in this category. Nothing here is guesswork — it reflects the recorded activity data for Tema.
Nature in Tema
(8)Tema records Countryside, Desert, Gardens, Geological Formations and Islands under nature. These entries mirror the activity data we hold for Tema. 8 entries sit in this category, enough to fill more than a day.
Sports in Tema
(7)On the sports side, Tema offers Biking, Golf, Horse Trails, Running and Skateboard. These entries mirror the activity data we hold for Tema. 7 entries sit in this category, enough to fill more than a day.
Nightlife in Tema
(5)For nightlife, expect Casinos, Clubs, Disco, Festival and Music. Easy to slot into a wider itinerary. The list follows Tema's own activity tags.
Shopping in Tema
(2)Shopping in Tema covers Food and Shopping. Easy to slot into a wider itinerary. This reflects only what is documented for Tema.
Wellness in Tema
(2)Tema records Farms and Wellness under wellness. It is a direct read of Tema's activity profile. These pair well with anything else on this page.
Family in Tema
(1)Looking for family? Tema has Playgrounds. Easy to slot into a wider itinerary. Nothing here is guesswork — it reflects the recorded activity data for Tema.
More to do in Tema
(1)Tema's other activities entries include Fishing. It is a direct read of Tema's activity profile. A short list, but an easy way to shape a day.
Best time to visit Tema
The warm stretch of June to September is when water activities work best. April to June and September to October offers mild conditions for outdoor routes. December to February is when winter sports come into play. Museums, food and nightlife keep Tema viable all year.
Getting there & around
Tema pairs regional access with a walkable core. Set your clock to Africa/Accra on arrival.
Similar destinations
Places near Tema that share the same kinds of activities.
Frequently asked questions
- What is Tema known for?
- Travellers associate Tema with adventure, water sports and culture. It sits in Greater Accra Region, Ghana and counts about 161,612 residents.
- What can you do in Tema?
- Tema is tagged with Abseiling, Adventure, Adventure Parks, Amusement Parks and Boat Rides, which is enough to structure a first visit.
- When is the best time to visit Tema?
- The warm stretch of June to September is when water activities work best. April to June and September to October offers mild conditions for outdoor routes. December to February is when winter sports come into play. Museums, food and nightlife keep Tema viable all year.
- Where is Tema located?
- Tema belongs to Greater Accra Region, Ghana, so it pairs naturally with other stops in the same area.
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