Timeline
09:00
Arrive at the Portuguese steps. These stone steps were built in 1818 by British colonial governor Sir Charles MacCarthy, connecting the lower Commissariat landing area to the French Company building on Wallace Johnson street. The name is a historical misnomer, as the Portuguese had long left by then. Take a moment to appreciate the colonial architecture and the view of the landing area below.
09:15
Walk six minutes to Crown Bakery Restaurant for a late breakfast or early lunch. As the only Western restaurant in the city centre, it offers a reliable spot to rest and refuel. There are no specific opening hours listed, but arriving by mid-morning ensures you are there when it is open.
10:00
Head to Taylor-Cummings Garden, an eight-minute walk south of the steps. This park offers a quiet, green space to escape the bustle of the city centre. It is a peaceful place to sit and observe the local rhythm of Freetown away from the main thoroughfares.
11:00
Walk 14 minutes west to Sea Side View POW. This viewpoint provides a distinct perspective of the coastline and the city’s layout. It is a good place to stretch your legs and take in the wider context of Freetown’s geography.
Local tip
The Portuguese steps are a quiet historical spot in the morning. Crown Bakery Restaurant is a reliable choice for food, but verify opening times as they are not fixed in the data. The walk to Sea Side View POW is short but involves heading west, so keep an eye on the direction.
Check before you go
- Crown Bakery Restaurant does not have listed opening hours, so check locally if you plan to go very early or late.
- The Portuguese steps have no specific opening hours, but they are accessible during the day.
Built from places in the Wikivoyage guide to Freetown (CC BY-SA 4.0), with open map data from OpenStreetMap contributors (ODbL).