Chantan Market

Chantan Market

Chantan Market St is a market area located in the Chantan / Nii Okaiman East area of Accra in the Greater Accra Region of Ghana. It’s part of the Ga West Municipal Assembly area and sits near well-known suburbs such as Lapaz, Alhaji, Darkuman, and Sotuom.

🛍️ What to Expect

• Local marketplace: Chantan New Market is a traditional open-air market where traders sell a variety of everyday goods — including fresh farm produce (fruits, vegetables), clothing, household items, and general merchandise.

• Community hub: Like many neighbourhood markets in Accra, this is a bustling local shopping spot where residents come for daily necessities and casual trading.

• Nearby services: The market is close to places like Nii Boi Man Post Office, Lapaz Community Hospital, and small shops, pharmacies, and food vendors.

⏰ Typical Market Hours

Most stalls at Chantan Main Market operate roughly early morning to late afternoon or early evening (approximately 6:00 AM – 6:00 PM) on most days — though exact times can vary by vendor.

🚌 Getting There

• Chantan is accessible by public transport from various parts of Accra. Several bus routes have stops within about a 5–10 minute walk to the market area (e.g., lines 9, 10, 19, 349, 401).

• It’s located near the Mile 7 / Lapaz corridor, a busy transport and commercial zone on the way toward Amasaman from central Accra.

🧭 Location Context

• Chantan itself is a neighbourhood within the Ga West Municipal Assembly in Greater Accra.

• The market is part of the community’s economic activity and serves surrounding residential areas such as Nii Ankraman and Alhaji.