This is an attractive building with a horrendous history. I'm sure others have written much about the fort's part in the slave trade and this is much the same as Cape Coast fort so I'll skip on to the aspects that are different. Great views are the highlight for me, both of the crazy hub-bub of the fishing port and... More

Elmina castle is quite a formidable structure. The tour was very informative and a good experience, although obviously very sad. The castle is very well maintained and the views from the upper levels are quite unique. As with everywhere in Ghana, try to go earlier in the day as it gets busy and hot. There is a pretty good gift... More

I messed up previous review of St. George's. I meant this one. Let's see if i can fix it. More

We went early in the morning and got there before the tour buses, so there were only eight in our group, which was very nice. Our guide was excellent (although some Americans might have a bit of trouble understanding his accent, even though his English was perfect). He gave a very detailed and thoughtful history and analysis of the castle... More

Its so good to be there, you have to by all means drive through the Elmina township, see daily activities of villagers who are mostly fishermen and fish mongers. and our Tour operators (www.ctbtravelgh.com) who made it possible, that we had the chance to help the fishermen pull out a fishing net of their night catch. It was full of... More

Great experience to appreciate history and the brutalities of colonialism and slavery. More

Want to know fast hand info about our ancestors...that is the fast place to visit... More

This attraction is a must see- it gives a great insight into colonial slave trade. The ammunition room has hundreds of bats- but very friendly. The craft shop is good- prices are very reasonable and no need to haggle! The quality as well is better than local markets in Accra More

I visited Elmina's Sao Jorge de Mina, or St George Castle for the second time in February 2012 (previous visit was January 2007), mainly as my fiancee had not been there (despite being Ghanaian). It is visible from the road heading towards Elmina from Cape Coast, so you can't miss it. Turn at the signpost for Elmina Golden Beach Resort,... More