Dakar-Plateau

Travel Guide

île de Gorée, Insel, Senegal
Dakar, Senegal – View of the Castel of Gorée on Gorée Island, located 3 km off Dakar’s coast. A historic site with colonial remains and ocean views, part of a UNESCO World Heritage Site.
Slave trade houses on the famous island of Goree in the atlantic ocean just outside of Dakar city. Dakar skyline is seen in the background, great panoramic photo of a sad island.
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/
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/

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Novotel Dakar

Novotel Dakar

4 out of 5
Avenue Abdoulaye Fadiga Dakar
The price is CA $176 per night from Mar 20 to Mar 21
CA $176
CA $199 total
Mar 20 - Mar 21
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Dakar. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and breakfast (surcharge). Popular attractions Place de l'Indépendance and ...
7.6/10 Good! (234 reviews)
Beautiful hotel, room, and area. The water is nearby and visible from your window (if booked). The staff was friendly and helpful.

Reviewed on Mar 6, 2026

Novotel Dakar
Ibis Styles Dakar

Ibis Styles Dakar

3 out of 5
Avenue Abdoulaye Fadiga No 2 Dakar
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is CA $156 per night from Apr 3 to Apr 4
CA $156
CA $177 total
Apr 3 - Apr 4
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this beach hotel in Dakar. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and breakfast (surcharge). Popular attractions Place de l'Indépendance and Chambre de ...
8/10 Very Good! (31 reviews)
Clean room , great and polite staff , amazing scenery

Reviewed on Feb 27, 2026

Ibis Styles Dakar
Pullman Dakar Teranga

Pullman Dakar Teranga

5 out of 5
10 Rue Colbert Dakar
The price is CA $343 per night from Mar 17 to Mar 18
CA $343
CA $382 total
Mar 17 - Mar 18
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this luxury hotel in Dakar. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (239 reviews)
The evening staff at reception and especially Mohamed made my stay perfect. They were so helpful in many ways such as finding me a taxi for a decent and honest fare. The day time staff at reception seemed less helpful. Not as welcoming and not recommending reasonable taxi fares. Mohamed was exceptional ...

Reviewed on Feb 24, 2026

Pullman Dakar Teranga
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Luxury house, quiet, clean, secure

Luxury house, quiet, clean, secure

Dakar Dakar
Stay at this vacation home in Dakar. Enjoy laundry facilities. Popular attractions Place de l'Indépendance and Chambre de Commerce are located nearby.
Luxury house, quiet, clean, secure
Lighthouse Signature Suites

Lighthouse Signature Suites

4 out of 5
Renaissance Dakar Dakar Region
Stay at this aparthotel in Dakar. Enjoy free WiFi, 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 Dec 20, 2025

Lighthouse Signature Suites
Oasis Seaside by Barok

Oasis Seaside by Barok

4 out of 5
35 Diamalaye Dakar Région de Dakar
Book a stay at this beach aparthotel in Dakar. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a rooftop terrace. Popular attractions Stade Leopold Senghor and Village des ...
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 Mar 11, 2026

Oasis Seaside by Barok
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Popular places to visit

île de Gorée, Insel, Senegal

Ile de Goree Beach

Why not spend a carefree afternoon at Ile de Goree Beach during your travels in Goree Island? Take in the museums while you're in the area.

Ile de Goree Beach
Sandaga market, Dakar, Senegal, West Africa

Sandaga Market

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

Sandaga Market
Statue called Monument of the African Renaissance located in Dakar, Senegal

African Renaissance Statue

Find out about the history of Dakar when you spend time at African Renaissance Statue. Wander the rainforest or discover the area's desert landscape.

African Renaissance Statue
Distant view of the Presidential Palace Dakar, Senegal, West Africa

Presidential Palace

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.

Presidential Palace

Cheikh Anta Diop University

Explore the campus of Cheikh Anta Diop University, during your trip to Fann. While you're in the area, wander around the rainforest.

Cheikh Anta Diop University

Place de l'Indépendance

Find out about the history of Dakar-Plateau with a stop at Place de l'Indépendance. Wander the rainforest or discover the area's desert landscape.

Place de l'Indépendance

Things to do

Private Custom Walking Tour with a Local Guide in Dakar

Private Custom Walking Tour with a Local Guide in Dakar

CA $115
per adult
Private Custom Walking Tour with a Local Guide in Dakar
Goree Island: discover Senegalese history and culture

Goree Island: discover Senegalese history and culture

CA $192
per adult
Goree Island: discover Senegalese history and culture
Full Day Private Tour in Dakar: move, eat, act like a local

Full Day Private Tour in Dakar: move, eat, act like a local

CA $161
per adult
Full Day Private Tour in Dakar: move, eat, act like a local
With ATS, visit Dakar, from 3 to 6 hours of availability...

With ATS, visit Dakar, from 3 to 6 hours of availability...

CA $104
per traveller
With ATS, visit Dakar, from 3 to 6 hours of availability...
Maison des esclavages, Gorée Island

Explore Dakar and Gorée Island full day

CA $212
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Explore Dakar and Gorée Island full day
SLAVE HOUSE

Full Day Goree Island And Dakar City Tour(Minimum 2 Participants)

CA $195
per adult
Full Day Goree Island And Dakar City Tour(Minimum 2 Participants)
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Cities near Dakar-Plateau

Stunning ocean views from the Corniche promenade, Dakar, Senegal, West Africa

Dakar

Infamous fortifications on Gorée Island, used to retain slaves before shipment to the Americas, Dakar, Senegal, West Africa

Goree Island