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Your Dakar Holiday
Book a Dakar holiday package and get ready to experience the best of this city. Think about staying in the neighbourhood of Dakar-Plateau, which is good for dining, gift and craft shops and markets. Every trip to Dakar needs a well-designed itinerary. Fill yours with famous sights like Ile de Goree Beach, Cheikh Anta Diop University and Sandaga Market. Your Dakar holiday is just a few clicks away. Search hotels, flights and more on Expedia for a getaway that's tailored to suit your style.
Dakar Beach Holiday
Get ready to live out those summer daydreams on your Dakar holiday. Enjoy a lovely stroll, marvel at the stunning coastal vistas and collect unique seashells during your trip to Dakar. Just 6 miles from downtown, Ile de Goree Beach is the place to be for many sun-seeking travellers. Browse our Dakar packages and watch your travel budget go further!
Things You Should Know About Dakar
- Drift off to sleep to the gentle sounds of the sea at one of our Dakar beach hotels. There's nothing quite like staying right near the water.
- Dakar also has a range of apartments. Casa Di Cloe and Residence de la paix - Kana Place are a hit with visitors and are worth having a look at.
- Head to our Dakar things to do page for some itinerary planning inspiration. With a population of around 2,476,400 in Dakar, we're sure there'll be one or two locals who'll be happy to give you some extra advice!
- Don't head home without exploring Ile de Goree Beach, African Renaissance Statue and Sandaga Market. With the cash you save through our Dakar holiday deals, you can see more top attractions like these.
Dakar Essential Information
Language | French |
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Currency | West African francs |
Local Welcome | Salut / Bonjour |
Local Goodbye | Au revoir / À bientôt |
Closest Airport | Blaise Diagne Intl. Airport (DSS) |
Population | 2,476,400 |
Max Temp Winter | 24ºC |
Max Temp Summer | 27ºC |
Top Sights | Ile de Goree Beach, Museum of Black Civilizations and IFAN Museum of African Arts |
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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.
Ile de Goree Beach
Why not spend a care-free afternoon at Ile de Goree Beach during your travels in Dakar?
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.
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