Dakar
Dakar

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Things to do in Dakar

What to do

Looking for things to do in Dakar? We provide up-to-date info on everything from must-see scenic spots to local hangouts.
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Gorée
Gorée
6.1
4.7/512 Reviews
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Historic landmark
African Renaissance Monument
African Renaissance Monument
4.5
5.0/51 Reviews
Stone Circles of Senegambia
Stone Circles of Senegambia
4.4
5.0/51 Reviews
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Historic landmark
House of Slaves
House of Slaves
4.0
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Historic landmark
Hann Zoological Park
Hann Zoological Park
3.3
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Zoos & aquariums
C.I.C.E.S
C.I.C.E.S
3.3
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Place du Souvenir Africain
Place du Souvenir Africain
3.3
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Plage BCEAO
Plage BCEAO
3.2
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Beaches and shores
Leopold Sedar-Senghor Stadium
Leopold Sedar-Senghor Stadium
3.2
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Magic Land
Magic Land
3.2
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Where to stay

Discover the most popular places to stay in Dakar, complete with recommendations from fellow travelers and special hotel offers
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What to eat

Want to eat like a local? Don't miss out on these top Dakar dishes and foodie spots.
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La Fourchette
La Fourchette
5.0/57 Reviews
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Western cuisine
Avg. €25/person
Quai 19
Quai 19
5.0/55 Reviews
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African cuisine
Avg. €24/person
La Galerie Restaurant
La Galerie Restaurant
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Western cuisine
Avg. €39/person
Panam'as
Panam'as
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Western cuisine
Avg. €6/person
Le Baie D'along
Le Baie D'along
5.0/53 Reviews
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Southeast Asian cuisine
Avg. €7/person
Red Games
Red Games
5.0/51 Reviews
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African cuisine
Avg. €15/person
Le Coste
Le Coste
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Western cuisine
Avg. €26/person
L'Epicerie
L'Epicerie
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Teahouse/Tea room
Avg. €12/person
Restaurant Le Kermel
Restaurant Le Kermel
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Western cuisine
Avg. €15/person
My Way
My Way
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Asian cuisine
Noflaye Beach
Noflaye Beach
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Seafood
Restaurant New Africa
Restaurant New Africa
5.0/51 Reviews
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Western cuisine
Avg. €21/person

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