Senegal's capital sits on the westernmost point of mainland Africa and is known for its music and art. Take a ferry to Goree Island and the Maison des Esclaves, visit the IFAN African Art Museum, relax on Ngor Island and take a trip to the pink waters of Lake Retba.
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List of all 27 things to do in Dakar and where to find them
- Lake Retba (Lac Rose) Déni Guedj, Commune de Tivaouane Peulh-Niaga, Arrondissement de Bambylor, Rufisq Tickets and tours on Viator
- Gorée Island Rue Boufflers, Dakar, 18522 Tickets and tours on Viator
- Ngor Island (Île de N’Gor) Tickets and tours on Viator Wikipedia
- IFAN African Art Museum (Institut Fondamental d’Afrique Noire)Route de la Corniche Ouest, Dakar, 10500 Tickets and tours on Viator
- Îles de la Madeleine (Senegal) Wikipedia
- Leopold Sédar Senghor StadiumRoute de Yoff Wikipedia
- House of SlavesRue de Foncin, Dakar, 18522 Website Wikipedia
- Marius Ndiaye Stadium Wikipedia
- Grand Mosque of DakarAllée Pape Guèye Fall Wikipedia
- Hann, Senegal Wikipedia
- Henriette-Bathily Women's MuseumRoute de la Corniche Ouest, Dakar, 10700 Website Wikipedia
- Musée de la MerRue de Gouvernement, Dakar, 18522 Wikipedia
- National Library of SenegalAvenue du President Leopold Sedar Senghor, Dakar, Dakar 10000 Wikipedia
- Place de l'ObélisqueBoulevard Dial Diop, Dakar, 13500 Wikipedia
- Our Lady of Victories Cathedral, DakarAvenue de la République, Dakar, 99341 Wikipedia
- Mosque of DivinityRoute de la Corniche Ouest, Dakar, 24095 Wikipedia
- Historical Museum of Senegal in GoréeRue de Batteries, Dakar, 18522 Wikipedia
- Massalikoul Djinane Mosque Wikipedia
- Hann Forest and Zoological ParkParcour sportif du parc, Dakar, 00221 Wikipedia
- Daniel Sorano National Theater45 Avenue de la République, Dakar, 99341 Wikipedia
- Palace of the Republic, DakarAvenue du Président Léopold Sedar Senghor, Dakar, 99900 Wikipedia
- Yof Bay Wikipedia
- African Renaissance MonumentRoute de la Corniche Ouest, Dakar, 38110 Website Wikipedia
- Musée BoribanaPFWV+XG5, Dakar Wikipedia
- Les Mamelles LighthouseRond-Point des Mamelles, Dakar, 38110 Wikipedia
- Cap-Vert (volcano) Wikipedia
- Maison des Esclaves Not shown on the map Tickets and tours on Viator
Official websites and travel guides
- Official Dakar website: dakarville.com
- Dakar on Wikipedia
- All Dakar tours and activities on Viator
Where To Stay In Dakar: Interactive Dakar Hotel Map
Les Almadies is a popular area for restaurants, nightlife and ocean views, the Plateau is central for business and markets, and Ngor suits travellers wanting a beach village feel. Browse hotels on the map below.
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