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National Museum of Ghana Announces Updated Entrance Fees as of 2026

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The Ghana Museums and Monuments Board (GMMB) has announced a review of entrance fees for museums and heritage sites across the country. The updated fees are part of ongoing efforts to improve visitor services and support the preservation of Ghana’s rich cultural heritage.

To make the system easier for visitors, schools, and tour groups, entrance fees are now organized into two main categories:


  1. Forts and Regional Museums
  2. National Museum and Castles


The National Museum of Ghana and the country’s historic castles continue to welcome thousands of local and international visitors each year, offering a unique opportunity to explore Ghana’s history, art, archaeology, and culture.


Entrance Fees for National Museum and Castles

Ghanaian Visitors

  • Category
  • Entrance Fee (GH₵)
  • Lower & Upper Primary Students
  • 5.00
  • JHS Students
  • 6.00
  • SHS Students
  • 6.00
  • Tertiary Students/Volunteers with ID Card
  • 10.00
  • Adults
  • 20.00

Non-Ghanaian Visitors

  • Category
  • Entrance Fee (GH₵)
  • Lower & Upper Primary Students
  • 20.00
  • JHS/SHS Students with ID Card
  • 30.00
  • Tertiary Students/Volunteers with ID Card
  • 60.00
  • Adults
  • 80.00


The Ghana Museums and Monuments Board thanked the public for its continued support and encouraged everyone to visit Ghana’s museums and heritage sites to learn more about the nation’s remarkable past and cultural traditions.

A visit to the National Museum of Ghana offers an inspiring journey through archaeology, traditional art, royal history, music, textiles, and the story of Ghana’s independence and identity.


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