About Dakar
Dakar is the capital of Senegal, home to around 2,646,503 people.
Best time
The dry season for the most comfortable travel
Weather
Largely warm year-round with distinct wet and dry seasons
Experiences
Things to do in Dakar
1
African Renaissance Monument
2
IFAN Museum of African Arts
3
Ile de Gorée
4
Les Almadies
5
Dakar Grand Mosque
6
Dakar Cathedral
7
Hann Park and Zoo
8
Léopold Sédar Senghor national stadium
Budget travel
Free things to do in Dakar
African Renaissance Monument
Dakar Grand Mosque
Dakar Cathedral
Hann Park and Zoo
Mostly free or pay-what-you-like — always double-check opening times and any seasonal fees before you go.
Plan your trip
Suggested itinerary
- 1
Day 1
Icons & landmarks
- Visit African Renaissance Monument
- Visit IFAN Museum of African Arts
- Visit Ile de Gorée
- Eat at Chez Elias
- 2
Day 2
Culture & neighborhoods
- Visit Les Almadies
- Visit Dakar Grand Mosque
- Visit Dakar Cathedral
- Eat at Les batons ("BANT-YII")
- 3
Day 3
Markets, parks & hidden corners
- Visit Hann Park and Zoo
- Visit Léopold Sédar Senghor national stadium
- Visit Lake Retba
- Eat at Ali Baba
Where to eat
Chez Elias
Les batons ("BANT-YII")
Ali Baba
Hotel Restaurant Farid
Artisan Boulanger Eric Kayser
Chez Loutcha
Le N'Gor
Bidew
Where to stay
- Oceanium
- Onomo hotel
- Hôtel du Phare Les Mamelles
- Auberge Poulagou
- Hotel Oceanic
Shopping
- Marche Sandaga
- Marche Kermel
- Marche Soumbedioune
- cocktail du senegal
Nightlife
- Le Viking
Museums & culture
- African Renaissance Monument
- IFAN Museum of African Arts
- Dakar Grand Mosque
- Dakar Cathedral
In pictures
Dakar gallery
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