Title: Goree Island Travel Guide: Best of Goree Island, Dakar Travel 2026 | Expedia.co.uk [Hotels in Goree Island](https://expedia.co.uk/Goree-Island-Hotels.d3000387092.Travel-Guide-Hotels)[Holiday Rentals in Goree Island](https://expedia.co.uk/Goree-Island-Holiday-Rentals.d3000387092.Travel-Guide-HolidayRentals)[Flights to Goree Island](https://expedia.co.uk/Cheap-Flights-To-Goree-Island.d3000387092.Travel-Guide-Flights)[Things to do in Goree Island](https://expedia.co.uk/Things-To-Do-In-Goree-Island.d3000387092.Travel-Guide-Activities)[Goree Island Car Hire](https://expedia.co.uk/Compare-Cheap-Car-Hire-In-Goree-Island.d3000387092.Car-Hire-Guide)[Goree Island Holidays](https://expedia.co.uk/Goree-Island.d3000387092.Holidays-City-Breaks) # Goree Island Travel Guide ## Tourist Guide ![Infamous fortifications on Gorée Island, used to retain slaves before shipment to the Americas, Dakar, Senegal, West Africa](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/3000387092/a9471d42-1700-4743-836e-f379a6cba6d9.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Infamous fortifications on Gorée Island, used to retain slaves before shipment to the Americas, Dakar, Senegal, West Africa](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/3000387092/a9471d42-1700-4743-836e-f379a6cba6d9.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![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. #goree #senegal #unescoworldheritage #dakar #island](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/1024/48436295-3777-4755-8599-f217396122e4.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![On Goree Island you can learn about Dakar`s dark history while enjoying this little island`s lush and idyllic atmosphere. Only a short ferry ride from Senegal’s capital Dakar lays the tiny island Ile de Gorée. The island is a popular destination for anyone visiting Dakar and Senegal and tells the story of the slave trade across the Atlantic. The entire island was listed on UNESCO World Heritage List in 1978. Read more on: http://www.travelwithallsenses.com/goree-island-slave-trade/](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/1024/428830b4-c3c5-4829-90fe-aeb752e862cf.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![On Goree Island you can learn about Dakar`s dark history while enjoying this little island`s lush and idyllic atmosphere. Only a short ferry ride from Senegal’s capital Dakar lays the tiny island Ile de Gorée. The island is a popular destination for anyone visiting Dakar and Senegal and tells the story of the slave trade across the Atlantic. The entire island was listed on UNESCO World Heritage List in 1978. Read more on: http://www.travelwithallsenses.com/goree-island-slave-trade/](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/1024/b8f708f3-53cf-4178-af21-dd7cf6fdae3c.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ## Visit Goree Island Things to do - Top hotels in Goree Island - Top Holiday Rentals in Goree Island ![Azalai Hotel Dakar](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/101000000/100550000/100542700/100542677/7a6ff362_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Azalai Hotel Dakar Dakar Dakar Dakar Region £136 11 Feb - 12 Feb 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 ... 8.6/10 Excellent! (94 reviews) The staff were very courteous and helpful. However, some amenities, like the microwave which required a code, were unnecessary and superfluous, making them difficult to use. The landline for calling room service was out of order. Despite this, I would definitely return. Reviewed on 23 Jan 2026 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=11%2F02%2F2026&endDate=12%2F02%2F2026&selected=100542677&PinnedHotelID=100542677&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=3000387092) ![Noom Hotel Dakar Sea Plaza, a member of Radisson Individuals](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/3000000/2650000/2642200/2642154/bd1331b2_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Noom Hotel Dakar Sea Plaza, a member of Radisson Individuals Route De La Corniche Ouest Dakar £263 14 Feb - 15 Feb 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 ... 8/10 Very Good! (509 reviews) Perfect Reviewed on 30 Jan 2026 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=14%2F02%2F2026&endDate=15%2F02%2F2026&selected=2642154&PinnedHotelID=2642154&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=3000387092) ![Terrou-Bi Resort](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/4000000/3640000/3638900/3638890/eeef52c8_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Terrou-Bi Resort Corniche ouest Boulevard Dakar £221 19 Feb - 20 Feb 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 ... 8.6/10 Excellent! (308 reviews) Staff were very friendly and helpful. The room was excellent. Reviewed on 9 Jan 2026 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=19%2F02%2F2026&endDate=20%2F02%2F2026&selected=3638890&PinnedHotelID=3638890&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=3000387092) [See all 1,063 properties in Goree Island](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.Hotels.DestinationExperience&startDate=05%2F02%2F2026&endDate=06%2F02%2F2026®ionId=3000387092) 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. ![Oasis Seaside by Barok](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/102000000/101530000/101522600/101522579/04ed212e_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Oasis Seaside by Barok 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! (30 reviews) The person who managed the property was extremely polite, courteous, and very respectful and very helpful Reviewed on 31 Jan 2026 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Dakar-Hotels-Oasis-Seaside-By-Barok.h101522579.Hotel-Information) ![Lighthouse Signature Suites](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/102000000/101730000/101727000/101726945/0f05bb12_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Lighthouse Signature Suites 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 ... 8.6/10 Excellent! (21 reviews) Personnel dévoué belle chambre . Reviewed on 20 Dec 2025 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Dakar-Hotels-Lighthouse-Signature-Suites.h101726945.Hotel-Information) ![Residence Hotel Kakatar](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/94000000/93120000/93119300/93119205/5f1337a1_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Residence Hotel Kakatar 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 ... 8.8/10 Excellent! (20 reviews) Clean rooms, wonderful people. Reviewed on 14 Jan 2026 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Dakar-Hotels-RESIDENCE-HOTEL-KAKATAR.h93119205.Hotel-Information) [See all properties in Goree Island](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.Hotels.DestinationExperience®ionId=3000387092&sort=VACATION_RENTAL) 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. ## Check Goree Island hotel availability [Tonight ](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=3000387092&startDate=2026-02-04&endDate=2026-02-05)[4 Feb - 5 Feb](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=3000387092&startDate=2026-02-04&endDate=2026-02-05) [Tomorrow night ](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=3000387092&startDate=2026-02-05&endDate=2026-02-06)[5 Feb - 6 Feb](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=3000387092&startDate=2026-02-05&endDate=2026-02-06) [This weekend ](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=3000387092&startDate=06%2F02%2F2026&endDate=08%2F02%2F2026)[6 Feb - 8 Feb](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=3000387092&startDate=06%2F02%2F2026&endDate=08%2F02%2F2026) [Next weekend ](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=3000387092&startDate=13%2F02%2F2026&endDate=15%2F02%2F2026)[13 Feb - 15 Feb](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=3000387092&startDate=13%2F02%2F2026&endDate=15%2F02%2F2026) ### Popular places to visit ![ île de Gorée, Insel, Senegal](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6118096/a7587449-9981-4ca4-b3b6-4cc0f4358605.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Ile de Goree Beach 4.5/5(2 reviews) Why not spend a care-free afternoon at Ile de Goree Beach during your travels in Goree Island? Take in the museums while you're in the area. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Ile-De-Goree-Beach-Dakar.d6118096.Attraction) ![Sandaga market, Dakar, Senegal, West Africa](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6182841/2bcbced1-d896-40ab-b778-64e2987111c0.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Sandaga Market 3.5/5(4 reviews) 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. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Sandaga-Market-Dakar.d6182841.Attraction) ![Statue called Monument of the African Renaissance located in Dakar, Senegal](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6158468/7df0e271-79a5-4b2e-af95-002611558126.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### African Renaissance Statue 5/5(2 reviews) Find out about the history of Dakar with a stop at African Renaissance Statue. Wander the rainforest or discover the area's desert landscape. [](https://expedia.co.uk/African-Renaissance-Statue-Ouakam.d6158468.Attraction) ![Distant view of the Presidential Palace Dakar, Senegal, West Africa](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6118088/9ee6c982-74f6-4cc0-b0e7-ae08f290904e.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Presidential Palace 4/5(1 review) After visiting Presidential Palace, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Dakar-Plateau. Discover the area's desert landscape and monuments. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Presidential-Palace-Dakar.d6118088.Attraction) #### Cheikh Anta Diop University 3.5/5(2 reviews) Explore the campus of Cheikh Anta Diop University during your travels in Fann. While you're in the area, wander around the rainforest. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Cheikh-Anta-Diop-University-Dakar.d6118090.Attraction) #### Place de l'Indépendance 3/5(2 reviews) Find out about the history of Dakar-Plateau when you spend time at Place de l'Indépendance. Wander the rainforest or discover the area's desert landscape. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Place-De-LIndependance-Dakar.d553248621532404203.Attraction) ### Things to do ![Private Custom Walking Tour with a Local Guide in Dakar](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/46450620/6286f086-faff-4413-96b6-eca296b2e563.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Private Custom Walking Tour with a Local Guide in Dakar £41 per adult [](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/private-custom-walking-tour-with-a-local-guide-in-dakar.a46450620.activity-details) ![Goree Island: discover Senegalese history and culture](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/47962946/55e568b2-345b-4627-be4f-dbc5915663d8.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Goree Island: discover Senegalese history and culture £104 per adult [](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/goree-island-discover-senegalese-history-and-culture.a47962946.activity-details) ![Dakar City Tour](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/1099993/725a165b-aeac-44dd-860a-c0e34525ec83.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Dakar City Tour and Goree Island £121 per adult **80%** of travellers recommend [](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/dakar-city-tour-and-goree-island.a1099993.activity-details) ![Maison des esclavages, Gorée Island ](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/2647891/4a858f7c-a119-49eb-bcc7-418553e53b55.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Explore Dakar and Gorée Island full day £115 per adult **100%** of travellers recommend [](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/explore-dakar-and-goree-island-full-day.a2647891.activity-details) ![With ATS, visit Dakar, from 3 to 6 hours of availability...](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/48164295/bafeacb2-df0b-4f9e-a3c3-e4f84b6cea05.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### With ATS, visit Dakar, from 3 to 6 hours of availability... £57 per traveller [](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/with-ats.a48164295.activity-details) ![Shopping day in the central market of Dakar a](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/4971981/f7dcb815-a87a-4279-8669-47fb407d1452.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Your assistant in interpretation & in shopping in Dakar markets £156 per adult **100%** of travellers recommend [](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/your-assistant-in-interpretation-in-shopping-in-dakar-markets.a4971981.activity-details) [See all activities in Goree Island](https://expedia.co.uk/Things-To-Do-In-Goree-Island.d3000387092.Travel-Guide-Activities) ## Cities near Goree Island ![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:](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/1024/3659943d-7ad6-4247-a115-10b48876f47d.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) ### Dakar ![This is a must visit, one of the best of Dakar`s markets! In a beautiful circular building the fish traders has their place in the center. Then comes butchers in the next circle, vegetable and fruit dealers outside there together with florists. Outside the building you will find typical African souvenirs such as jewelry, masks and sculptures. Read more: http://www.travelwithallsenses.com/shopping-dakars-markets/](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/1024/c17771ea-cb3b-45ff-a285-5383b0ef62a1.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) ### Dakar-Plateau ## Explore a world of travel with Expedia - Accommodation - Flights - Packages - Cars - [5 Star Hotels in Saly Petite Cote ](https://www.expedia.co.uk/5Star-Saly-Petite-Cote-Hotels.s50-0-d6135699.Travel-Guide-Filter-Hotels) - [Adults Only Resorts & in Saly Petite Cote ](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Saly-Petite-Cote-Hotels-Adults-Only-Resorts.0-0-d6135699-tAdultsOnlyResorts.Travel-Guide-Filter-Hotels) - [Sports Hotels in Saly Petite Cote ](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Saly-Petite-Cote-Hotels-Adventure-Sport-Hotel.0-0-d6135699-tAdventureSportHotel.Travel-Guide-Filter-Hotels) - [All-Inclusive Hotels in Saly Petite Cote ](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Saly-Petite-Cote-Hotels-All-Inclusive-Hotel.0-0-d6135699-tAllInclusiveHotel.Travel-Guide-Filter-Hotels) - [Boutique Hotels in Saly Petite Cote ](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Saly-Petite-Cote-Hotels-Boutique-Hotel.0-0-d6135699-tBoutiqueHotel.Travel-Guide-Filter-Hotels) - [Hotels with Airport Transfers in Saly Petite Cote ](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Saly-Petite-Cote-Hotels-Hotel-With-Airport-Transfers.0-0-d6135699-thotelwithairporttransfers.Travel-Guide-Filter-Hotels) - [Hotels with Restaurant in Saly Petite Cote ](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Saly-Petite-Cote-Hotels-Hotel-With-Restaurant.0-0-d6135699-thotelwithrestaurant.Travel-Guide-Filter-Hotels) - [Hotels with Hot Tubs in Saly Petite Cote ](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Saly-Petite-Cote-Hotels-Hotels-With-Hot-Tubs.0-0-d6135699-tHotelsWithHotTubs.Travel-Guide-Filter-Hotels) - [Hotels with Indoor Pools in Saly Petite Cote ](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Saly-Petite-Cote-Hotels-Hotels-With-Indoor-Pools.0-0-d6135699-tHotelswithIndoorPools.Travel-Guide-Filter-Hotels) - [Safari Hotels in Saly Petite Cote ](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Saly-Petite-Cote-Hotels-Safari-Hotel.0-0-d6135699-tsafarihotel.Travel-Guide-Filter-Hotels) - [Wedding Hotels in Saly Petite Cote ](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Saly-Petite-Cote-Hotels-Wedding-Hotel.0-0-d6135699-tWeddingHotel.Travel-Guide-Filter-Hotels) - [Saly Petite Cote Hotels ](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Saly-Petite-Cote-Hotels.d6135699.Travel-Guide-Hotels) - [Flights to Saly Petite Cote ](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Cheap-Flights-To-Saly-Petite-Cote.d6135699.Travel-Guide-Flights) - [Saly Petite Cote Holidays ](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Saly-Petite-Cote.d6135699.Holidays-City-Breaks) - [Visit Saly Petite Cote ](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Saly-Petite-Cote.dx6135699) - [Car hire near Saly Petite Cote ](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Compare-Cheap-Car-Hire-In-Saly-Petite-Cote.d6135699.Car-Hire-Guide) - [Localiza Rental Cars in Saly Petite Cote ](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Localiza-Car-Rentals-In-Saly-Petite-Cote.d6135699-c1063.Car-Rental-Guide-Suppliers) - Cities near Goree Island - Places of interest [Dakar](https://expedia.co.uk/Dakar.dx1024)[Dakar-Plateau](https://expedia.co.uk/Dakar-Plateau.dx553248635975438262) - [Ile de Goree Beach ](https://expedia.co.uk/Ile-De-Goree-Beach-Dakar.d6118096.Attraction) - [House of Slaves ](https://expedia.co.uk/House-Of-Slaves-Dakar.d553248621563221027.Attraction) - [Sandaga Market ](https://expedia.co.uk/Sandaga-Market-Dakar.d6182841.Attraction) - [Lake Retba ](https://expedia.co.uk/Lake-Retba-Niaga.d6158487.Attraction) - [Cheikh Anta Diop University ](https://expedia.co.uk/Cheikh-Anta-Diop-University-Dakar.d6118090.Attraction) - [Abdou Diouf International Conference Center ](https://expedia.co.uk/Abdou-Diouf-International-Conference-Center-Diamniadio.d669502167393845248.Attraction) - [Village des Arts ](https://expedia.co.uk/Village-Des-Arts-Dakar.d553248621532404209.Attraction) - [Dakar Grand Mosque ](https://expedia.co.uk/Dakar-Grand-Mosque-Dakar.d6118092.Attraction) - [Marche Tilene ](https://expedia.co.uk/Marche-Tilene-Dakar.d553248635998026798.Attraction) - [Hann Park ](https://expedia.co.uk/Hann-Park-Dakar.d6118094.Attraction) ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/mad-service/footer/bnaBanners/BEX_Footer.jpg) ## Go further with the Expedia app Save on select hotels when you book in the app. Our app deals help you to save on trips so you can travel more and manage it all on the go. 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