Ouakam Travel Guide

Dakar

Popular places to visit

Ile de Goree Beach

Ile de Goree Beach

Why not spend a care-free afternoon at Ile de Goree Beach during your travels in Dakar?

Ile de Goree Beach
Sandaga Market

Sandaga Market

You can browse for the perfect souvenirs at Sandaga Market during your visit to Dakar-Plateau. Amble around the area's lakeside or visit its monuments.

Sandaga Market
Soumbédioune Fish Market

Soumbédioune Fish Market

You can search for that perfect souvenir at Soumbédioune Fish Market during your trip to Dakar. While you're in the area, wander around the rainforest.

Soumbédioune Fish Market
House of Slaves

House of Slaves

You can spend time studying the exhibits at House of Slaves during your trip to Dakar. Wander the rainforest or discover the area's desert landscape.

House of Slaves
Village des Arts

Village des Arts

You can spend time browsing the exhibits at Village des Arts in Dakar. Wander the rainforest or discover the area's desert landscape.

Village des Arts

African Renaissance Statue

Find out about the history of Dakar with a stop at African Renaissance Statue. Wander the rainforest or discover the area's desert landscape.

African Renaissance Statue

Things to do

Dakar City Tour

Dakar City Tour and Goree Island

£120
per adult
80% of travellers recommend
Dakar City Tour and Goree Island
Lighthouse of Mammelles Dakar

Mamelles Lighthouse and Ngor Island (Walking Tour)

£96
per adult
Mamelles Lighthouse and Ngor Island (Walking Tour)
Full day: City tour of Dakar and Gorée Island

Full day: City tour of Dakar and Gorée Island

£155
per adult
Full day: City tour of Dakar and Gorée Island
Day tour Somone lagoon and Bandia park Safari

Day tour Somone lagoon and Bandia park Safari

£180
per adult
Day tour Somone lagoon and Bandia park Safari
Maison des esclavages, Gorée Island

Explore Dakar and Gorée Island full day

£114
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Explore Dakar and Gorée Island full day
Discovery Senegal 8 Days 7 Nights

Discovery Senegal 8 Days 7 Nights

£1,238
per adult
Discovery Senegal 8 Days 7 Nights
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Top hotels in Ouakam

Lighthouse Signature Suites

Lighthouse Signature Suites

4 out of 5
Renaissance, Dakar, Dakar Region
Stay at this 4-star aparthotel in Dakar. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and breakfast (surcharge). Popular attractions African Renaissance Statue and Mamelles ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (13 reviews)
"Would stay there again! It was wonderful!!!"

Reviewed on 4 Aug 2025

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Fadidi House

Fadidi House

2 out of 5
197 Rue OKM 258, Dakar
The price is £24 per night from 27 Aug to 28 Aug
£24
27 Aug - 28 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this B&B in Dakar. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and a rooftop terrace. Popular attractions African Renaissance Statue and Le Monument de la Renaissance ...
10/10 Exceptional! (1 review)
"Felt at home"

Reviewed on 16 Jun 2025

Fadidi House
Les Mamelles Dakar Hotel

Les Mamelles Dakar Hotel

3.5 out of 5
34 Rue OKM 25, Dakar, Région de Dakar
The price is £72 per night from 1 Sept to 2 Sept
£72
1 Sept - 2 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3.5-star hotel in Dakar. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and a rooftop terrace. Popular attractions Mamelles Lighthouse and Mamelles Beach are ...
Les Mamelles Dakar Hotel
Hôtel Colonia

Hôtel Colonia

3.5 out of 5
Ancienne Route de la Corniche Ouest, Lot 41, Dakar
The price is £122 per night from 25 Aug to 26 Aug
£122
25 Aug - 26 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3.5-star business-friendly hotel in Dakar. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Popular attractions Mamelles Lighthouse and African ...
Hôtel Colonia
Hotel du Phare

Hotel du Phare

3 out of 5
36 Citee Magistrats, Dakar
The price is £69 per night from 25 Aug to 26 Aug
£69
25 Aug - 26 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3-star hotel in Dakar. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and 2 bars/lounges. Popular attractions Mamelles Beach and Mamelles Lighthouse are located ...
8/10 Very Good! (16 reviews)
"Really enjoyed my first time in the city of Dakar, while staying at this place. The staff (Adama and the ladies) were super helpful, the room was spacious, the WiFi and the breakfast were great. I was tempted to stay in all day."

Reviewed on 3 Mar 2025

Hotel du Phare
Hotel Darou Khoudoss

Hotel Darou Khoudoss

Rue Okm 25, Dakar, Dakar Region
Stay at this hotel in Dakar. Enjoy room service and dry cleaning or laundry services. Popular attractions Mamelles Lighthouse and Mamelles Beach are located ...
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Hotel Darou Khoudoss
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Other neighbourhoods around Ouakam

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Les Almadies

4/5(2 area reviews)

If you're spending some time in Les Almadies, Pointe des Almadies Beach and Des Almadies Golf Club are top sights worth seeing.

Les Almadies

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