Most booked tours and tickets in Dakar
Taxi DSS to DAKAR,SALY,RIU HOTEL,SOMONE ( please check Options)
5.0179 reviews50m
from €33
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Pink lake with Bandia reserve. Minimum 2 people for reservation.
4.437 reviews8h
from €259
Check availabilityTop sights in Dakar
- 1Gorée Island
- 2African Renaissance Monument
- 3Lac Rose (Pink Lake)
- 4Sandaga Market
- 5IFAN Museum of African Arts
- 6Ngor Island
- Immerse yourself in living history and culture: Stand in the slave quarters on Gorée Island, a UNESCO World Heritage site, and explore the poignant Maison des Esclaves. Then, contrast this with the contemporary power of the IFAN Museum of African Arts, home to one of the continent's finest collections of masks, instruments, and sculptures.
- Experience legendary Senegalese hospitality (Teranga): This isn't just a concept; it's a daily practice. You'll feel it when a market vendor offers you attaya (sweet tea), when a stranger helps you find your way, or when you're invited to share a massive bowl of thieboudienne with a local family.
- Surf world-class Atlantic waves and enjoy stunning beaches: From the consistent right-hand point break at Ngor Island to the powerful beach breaks of Ouakam and Yoff, Dakar is a surfer's paradise. For relaxation, the sheltered coves of Ngor and the vast stretches of Yoff Beach offer perfect sunbathing and swimming.
Tickets and passes in Dakar
Hidden gems in Dakar
Places most visitors miss, many of them free.
La Phare des Mamelles
The historic lighthouse perched atop the Mamelles hill, offering a 360-degree panoramic view of the entire Cap-Vert peninsula.
Museum of Black Civilizations (MCN)
A stunning, modern museum dedicated to the contributions of black civilizations from Africa and the diaspora.
Plage de la Pointe des Almadies
The westernmost beach in Africa, located at the very tip of the Almadies peninsula.
Marché aux Poissons de Soumbédioune
The bustling fish market near the Mosque of the Divinity, where colorful pirogues unload their catch at dawn.
Les Jardins de la Francophonie
A peaceful, hidden botanical garden and cultural space near the Grand Mosque, featuring plants from across the French-speaking world.
Day trips from Dakar
Lac Rose (Pink Lake)
45 min - 1 hour by car/taxi
An otherworldly salt lake whose color shifts to vibrant pink due to algae, best seen in the dry season. It's also famous for its salt harvesters and as the finishing point of the Dakar Rally.
Île de Gorée
20 min by ferry from Port de Dakar
A UNESCO World Heritage site and a profoundly moving pilgrimage into the history of the Atlantic slave trade. The island is also strikingly beautiful, with colorful colonial houses and no cars.
Bandia Wildlife Reserve
1 hour 15 min by car
A fenced game reserve offering a 'mini-Savannah' experience, home to species reintroduced to Senegal like rhinos, giraffes, zebras, and various antelope.
Plan your Dakar trip
Things to do in Dakar: FAQ
What are the best things to do in Dakar?+
Top sights include Gorée Island, African Renaissance Monument, Lac Rose (Pink Lake) and Sandaga Market. Away from the crowds, try La Phare des Mamelles and Museum of Black Civilizations (MCN).
What are the most popular tours in Dakar?+
The most booked experiences on Viator are Explore Dakar and Gorée Island full day (5.0 stars, 280 reviews); Taxi DSS to DAKAR,SALY,RIU HOTEL,SOMONE ( please check Options) (5.0 stars, 179 reviews); Full-Day DAKAR city / GOREE Island Tour (4.7 stars, 174 reviews).
How much do tours in Dakar cost?+
The tours and tickets on this page start between €33 and €259 per person, depending on length and what is included.
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