Fort Amsterdam Travel Guide: Top Sights in Ghana, Tours & Travel

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Fort Amsterdam- Travel Tips What to See, How to Plan & Tours: Historical & Cultural; Ghana; 5 Reviews

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Suggested Duration: 4 hours

Fort Amsterdam, located in Abandze in Ghana's Central Region, was originally constructed by the English between 1638 and 1645 as Fort Cormantin. Captured by the Dutch in 1665, it became part of the Dutch Gold Coast until it was traded to the British in 1868. The fort played a significant role in the Atlantic slave trade, serving as a prison for enslaved people. Its rectangular structure featured square and round bastions, and it was historically used for trade, though its activity fluctuated due to local conflicts. The fort is a UNESCO World Heritage Site, recognized for its historical importance in European colonial trade and influence in West Africa.

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Reviews of Fort Amsterdam

Jared Paul Stein

5
Reviewed: 2024-08-20

Fort Amsterdam was amazing! Joseph our guide did a wonderful job. He is also the teacher for the children there. There is not a charge, but donations are gladly accepted!
Richard Hagan (Usha Richy)

5
Reviewed: 2024-03-19

Fort Amsterdam is among the less publicized monuments in Ghana 🇬🇭 but I loved it when I visited the place. Although most of the upper floors have collapsed but it was worth visiting.
Hikma F. A.

3
Reviewed: 2022-12-06

It has amazing views of the town and sea but not much is left of the fort, still worth the visit.
Phillip Calvert (IG: Philwaukee)

5
Reviewed: 2021-10-31

The guide Joseph Kofi (Friday born like me) was an amazing host. The fort was small but very intimate. It made me sad to hear the history. Great place to see.
Joycelyn Otchere

4
Reviewed: 2017-04-06

True definition of ruins. It's worth passing through. Just watch where you step on the outside. The locals could do a better job at keeping the surroundings neat.