Koforidua is the capital of the Eastern Region, an easygoing city that most visitors know for two things: beads and waterfalls. The Krobo bead tradition centered on nearby Odumase Krobo has made this area famous among collectors worldwide, and the forested hills around the city hide some of Ghana's prettiest cascades.
Its real strength is location. Within a short drive you can stand at Boti Falls, cross the Adomi Bridge, look out over the Volta Lake at Akosombo, or hunt for beads at the source. Koforidua itself is calm and green, a comfortable base with good chop bars and an unhurried pace. Browse local businesses in our directory as listings grow in the east.
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Koforidua is under two hours from Accra by road, with trotros and coaches running constantly. That closeness makes it perfect for a weekend or even a long day trip, and many travelers pair it with the Volta Lake in a single outing.
The town center is compact and walkable, with taxis covering the outskirts. For the falls and the lake, hire a taxi for the half day or go with an organized trip.
The Krobo people have been making recycled glass beads for generations: powdered glass packed into clay molds, fired, polished and strung into necklaces of startling color. The bead market at nearby Odumase Krobo is where to see the craft at its source, with makers selling everything from simple strands to elaborate ceremonial pieces.
Learn the basics before you buy: older powder glass beads and well finished pieces command higher prices, and the sellers will happily explain the difference. It is one of the most rewarding shopping experiences in Ghana.
Boti Falls, a twin cascade in the forest, is the signature day trip, best when the rains have filled both falls. The Umbrella Rock formation nearby is the classic photo stop. Eastward, Akosombo offers Volta Lake views, boat trips and the elegant span of the Adomi Bridge at Atimpoku.
You can combine falls and lake in a full day with an early start. Our Ghana tourism guide has wider planning notes for the Eastern Region.
Eastern Region cooking is classic Akan fare done well: fufu with palm nut or light soup, ampesi with garden egg stew, and banku with tilapia near the water. The chop bars around the town center are reliable and cheap.
Jackson Park in the middle of town is a pleasant green space for an evening stroll. Check our restaurant listings for what is currently listed in Koforidua, read up on the dishes in Ghanaian foods, and if you run a business here, add your free listing.
Krobo beads are handmade recycled glass beads produced by the Krobo people of the Eastern Region. Powdered glass is molded and fired in clay molds, creating beads in vivid colors and patterns that are worn, traded and collected worldwide.
Under two hours by road on a good day, which makes Koforidua one of the easiest regional capitals to reach from the capital.
Yes, very easily. Akosombo and the Volta Lake are a short drive east of Koforidua, and the Adomi Bridge and lake views make a fine half day on their own.
Boti Falls is a twin waterfall in the forest east of Koforidua, at its best in the rainy season when both falls run strongly. The nearby Umbrella Rock is a popular photo stop on the same trip.
Koforidua's landmark restaurant and the first of its kind in the Eastern Region, serving local and continental dishes. It holds roughly 1,800 Google reviews and stays open late every day.
African restaurant rated 4.4 with about 50 reviews, known for hearty local dishes. Listed as active and open now.
African grill restaurant opposite the Total filling station at Mile 50, inside Olive Mall. Rated 4.2 with about 50 reviews and listed as active.
Long-running Ghanaian chop bar in Betom with 287 reviews at 4.0, popular for lunch and dinner local dishes. Cash only.
One of Koforidua's most-reviewed chop bars with 735 reviews at 3.9, serving traditional Ghanaian dishes with drinks. Cash only.
Chop bar on the N4 serving Ghanaian local dishes, rated 4.3 with 72 reviews.
Restaurant with 259 reviews at 3.6, active in the Koforidua food scene.
Waakye spot rated 3.8 with 90 reviews, a go-to for the rice-and-beans staple.
Restaurant rated 3.9 with 81 reviews, active and serving diners in Koforidua.
Restaurant rated 3.9 with 47 reviews, active in Koforidua.
Restaurant rated 4.3 with 38 reviews, active and open in Koforidua.
The KFC outlet in Koforidua, the city's highest-rated fast food spot with 1,300 reviews at 4.6, serving fried chicken buckets, combos and sides.
3-star hotel at Mile 50 on the Accra-Koforidua road with an outdoor pool, restaurant, bar, gym and conference rooms. It hosted the 2023/24 Ghana Premier League launch and draws about 1,600 Google reviews.
160-room hotel on the Koforidua-Nsutam road with an informal restaurant, outdoor pool, fitness center and meeting rooms. Confirmed spelling is Capital View, not Capitol View.
Budget-friendly 3-star hotel on the Koforidua-Nsutam road with a pool, restaurant, gym and free breakfast, popular with conference and training groups. 714 Google reviews, active.
3-star hotel in Medical Village with 40 rooms, an outdoor pool, spa, fitness center and two restaurants, with views toward Obuo Tabiri mountain. Active with 618 Google reviews.
Hotel on the Koforidua-Nsutam road with a restaurant, bar, 24-hour room service and free breakfast. 557 Google reviews, active.
13-room hotel opposite Dankese Road with an outdoor pool, restaurant, bar and complimentary breakfast, listed on Booking.com, Trip.com and Traveloka. Active.
Guest hotel in Koforidua with 565 Google reviews at 3.9, listed as active and open.
Suburban 3-star hotel opposite the Ministries, close to the Electoral Commission, with 28 rooms, a restaurant and free English breakfast 8 to 10 AM. Bookable on Hotels.com, active.
Hotel rated 4.8 with 63 reviews, listed with a pool and free breakfast on Hotels.com. Active.
3-star apartment hotel in Two Streams with a restaurant, bar, room service and 24-hour front desk, rated 8.6 on Booking.com with 40 reviews. Active.
The Eastern Regional Hospital, also known as Koforidua Regional Hospital, is the public regional and proposed teaching hospital serving the Eastern Region, established in 1926. It runs an emergency department, surgical, medical, paediatric, obstetrics and gynaecology, dental, eye and laboratory services.
St. Joseph Hospital is an NHIS-accredited mission primary hospital in Effiduase, Koforidua, best known for its specialist orthopaedic and fracture services near the Accra-Kumasi highway. It operates around the clock every day.
Lymezz is a modern retail and wholesale pharmacy in Osabene, Koforidua, stocking health products, skincare, cosmetics, toiletries and UK-sourced fragrances. It opens 8:00am to 9:00pm every day including Sundays.
Makjon Pharmacy is a listed retail pharmacy on Central Police Station Road in Koforidua, dispensing prescription and over-the-counter medicines.
Hollywood Pharmacy is a listed retail pharmacy on Adweso Estate Road in Koforidua, offering prescription medications, over-the-counter drugs and food supplements.
Capital 02 is a pharmacy branch in Koforidua, located opposite Cash Tee Furniture in Nsukwao.
Melcom, Ghana's largest chain of retail department stores, has two branches in Koforidua: Koforidua 1 opposite the Central Market and Koforidua 2 at Old Linda Dor. The stores carry electronics, groceries, homeware and brands like Samsung, LG, Nestle and Unilever.
Koforidua Central Market is the leading trading centre in the New Juaben South Municipality, selling fresh produce, textiles, crafts and daily goods, with the busiest trade in the morning hours. The assembly has earmarked it for reconstruction with modern facilities including a clinic, bank and washrooms.
Electroland Ghana operates a Koforidua outlet at Appenteng Hall, Betom, selling home electronics and affordable luxury appliances.
GCB Bank's Koforidua branch sits at Linda Dor Plaza, opposite Barclays Bank, offering full personal and business banking services. A second listing places the main branch on the N4 Road with phone +233(0)342 023049.
Ecobank Ghana's Koforidua branch is located at the SSNIT Office Complex, offering account management, loans and trade finance services to individuals and businesses in the Eastern Region.
The Agricultural Development Bank (ADB) branch in Koforidua is at the Railway Crossing. It opens Monday to Friday 8:30am to 4:00pm and Saturday 8:30am to 2:00pm.
Societe Generale Ghana lists an active branch in Koforidua for its KYC update programme, reachable on 0279788281.
GTBank Ghana's Koforidua branch is at Plot 38, Sector 1, opposite Koforidua Poly Clinic. The official branch page shows it open from 8:00am to 4:30pm.
Blaze Unisex Barbering Salon is an active barber shop in New Juaben, Koforidua, open daily from 8:00am to 10:00pm.
Kelvin Classics Barbering Salon in Adzeoda, Koforidua, is known for precise hairline trims and a comfortable shop atmosphere, per customer reviews.
MTN Ghana's Koforidua service office sits opposite the NJSMA Head Office, near Jackson Park, and handles customer care such as SIM replacements and mobile money support. Hours are Monday to Friday 8:00am to 5:00pm and Saturday 10:00am to 2:00pm.
Telecel Ghana (formerly Vodafone) has an active office in New Juaben, Koforidua, open Monday to Friday 8:00am to 5:00pm and Saturday 9:00am to 2:00pm, serving customer care and retail needs.
Koforidua Jackson Park is the town's historic community and public service park, hosting funerals, weddings, concerts and government events including the 2026 national May Day parade. It was redeveloped and commissioned in November 2024 with a GHc8 million-plus facelift adding event centres, a gym, courts, stands and lockable stores.
The Koforidua Sports Stadium, upgraded and recommissioned in December 2023 as a multi-purpose Youth Resource Centre, is the only sports stadium in the Eastern Region with a 5,000-seat capacity. The facility has a FIFA-standard pitch, an eight-lane tartan track, a gymnasium and courts for basketball, volleyball, tennis, badminton and taekwondo.
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