Dakar Travel Guide

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Stunning ocean views from the Corniche promenade, Dakar, Senegal, West Africa
View to historic city at the Goree island in Dakar, Senegal, Shutterstock ID 693736381, SF SSA Case with Manager Approval: Case 07151371, Job: Prepay credit, Client/Licensee: , Other:
Fisherman sorting out his net on the beach in Youff. Yoff is a neighborhood in Dakar, but it is also a separate town with its own peculiarities. Yoff is known for its Muslim Community Council and its fishing villages and is considered slightly more conservative than more central parts of Dakar. To get a proper impression of traditional fishing and the beautiful pirogues a visit to the district Yoff is a good idea. Yoff is the most northeastern district of Dakar and adjoins the airport in the west. Read more on blog: http://www.travelwithallsenses.com/fishermen-of-yoff/
The Soumbédioune Fish Market is a place to observe life and commerce in Dakar, Senegal. It's busy and bustling, with ocean views and briny air that has the distinct smell of fish.  Come on a Saturday afternoon when things are in full swing. Be respectful when taking photographs however and make sure you ask vendors if it's okay to capture them or their wares on film before you snap.
Goree island, Senegal. 

From the 15th to the 19th century, it was the largest slave-trading centre on the African coast. Ruled in succession by the Portuguese, Dutch, English and French, its architecture is characterized by the contrast between the grim slave-quarters and the elegant houses of the slave traders. Today it continues to serve as a reminder of human exploitation and as a sanctuary for reconciliation.

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Where to stay in Dakar

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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
Beach soccer on the beach ouakam Dakar Sénégal

Ouakam

While visiting Ouakam, you might make a stop by sights like African Renaissance Statue and African Renaissance Monument.

Ouakam
Azalai Hotel Dakar

Azalai Hotel Dakar

4.5 out of 5
Dakar Dakar Dakar Region
The price is £136 per night from 21 Mar to 22 Mar
£136
21 Mar - 22 Mar
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury hotel in Dakar. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and 3 restaurants. Popular attractions Magic Land and Soumbédioune Fish Market are located ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (107 reviews)
Staff was amazing. Made you feel very welcomed. Warm smiles and extremely helpful

Reviewed on 13 Mar 2026

Azalai Hotel Dakar
Noom Hotel Dakar Sea Plaza, a member of Radisson Individuals

Noom Hotel Dakar Sea Plaza, a member of Radisson Individuals

5 out of 5
Route De La Corniche Ouest Dakar
The price is £263 per night from 20 Mar to 21 Mar
£263
20 Mar - 21 Mar
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury hotel in Dakar. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular attractions ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (512 reviews)
Professional, friendly and responsive staff. Whenever a request was made, it was addressed immediately! Rooms were clean. Staff, Staff, Staff- a touch above!

Reviewed on 18 Feb 2026

Noom Hotel Dakar Sea Plaza, a member of Radisson Individuals
Terrou-Bi Resort

Terrou-Bi Resort

5 out of 5
Corniche ouest Boulevard Dakar
The price is £216 per night from 20 Mar to 21 Mar
£216
20 Mar - 21 Mar
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury resort in Dakar. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a private beach. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular attractions ...
Terrou-Bi Resort
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
Lighthouse Signature Suites

Lighthouse Signature Suites

4 out of 5
Renaissance Dakar Dakar Region
Stay at this aparthotel in Dakar. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and breakfast (surcharge). Popular attractions African Renaissance Statue and Mamelles Lighthouse ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (21 reviews)
Personnel dévoué belle chambre .

Reviewed on 20 Dec 2025

Lighthouse Signature Suites
Oasis Seaside by Barok

Oasis Seaside by Barok

4 out of 5
35 Diamalaye Dakar Région de Dakar
Stay at this beach aparthotel in Dakar. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a rooftop terrace. Popular attractions Stade Leopold Senghor and Village des Arts ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (36 reviews)
The apartment is very clean , the staff is nice and very respectful the view amazing, just a walk to the beach

Reviewed on 11 Mar 2026

Oasis Seaside by Barok
Residence Hotel Kakatar

Residence Hotel Kakatar

5 out of 5
YOFF Apecsy 2, villa 448 Dakar Région de Dakar
Stay at this luxury aparthotel in Dakar. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Popular attractions Layen Mausoleum and Village des Arts are located ...
9/10 Wonderful! (23 reviews)
Way beyond expectations. Comfortable, good breakfast, ocean view from rooftop terrace, warm wellcome

Reviewed on 7 Mar 2026

Residence Hotel Kakatar
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

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Reviews of Dakar

3.3
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3 - Okay
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3/5 - Okay

Verified traveller

Sime great restaurants. Dreadful traffic jams through the centre - stay on the corniches. Fantastic motorway to Mbour you’d think you were in France

3/5 - Okay

Chrif

I DIDNT VISIT TO JUDGE THE CITY, THE WEATHER WAS GOOD. I DIIDNT FEEL SAFE, NEVER TAKE YOUR PHONE OUT IF YOU ARE IN THE STREET. ESPECIALLY EXPENSIVE PHONES.

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