Dakar-Plateau Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

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/
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/
Sandanga lies roughly midway on Plateau center in Dakar and is the biggest of Dakar`s markets. If you are not familiar with African markets is worth a visit, but be careful with your valuables and do not be fooled to follow strangers. Sandanga is a mix of flea market and tourist market. It is fussy and chaotic and sellers are ongoing. Try to visit Sandanga early in the morning. It is less crowded at that time of day and fruits and vegetables are fresh and look attractive. 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/
Pullman Dakar Teranga

Pullman Dakar Teranga

5 out of 5
10 Rue Colbert Dakar
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The price is AU$418 per night from 14 Feb to 15 Feb
AU$418
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 ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (232 reviews)
great property, decent food, room was big and clean - would stay here again

Reviewed on 3 Jan 2026

Pullman Dakar Teranga
Novotel Dakar

Novotel Dakar

4 out of 5
Avenue Abdoulaye Fadiga Dakar
The price is AU$261 per night from 31 Jan to 1 Feb
AU$261
31 Jan - 1 Feb
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Dakar. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and breakfast (surcharge). Popular attractions Place de l'Indépendance and Chambre ...
7.4/10 Good! (227 reviews)
Lovely place in Dakar.

Reviewed on 17 Jan 2026

Novotel Dakar
Ibis Styles Dakar

Ibis Styles Dakar

3 out of 5
Avenue Abdoulaye Fadiga No 2 Dakar
The price is AU$190 per night from 17 Feb to 18 Feb
AU$190
17 Feb - 18 Feb
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this beach hotel in Dakar. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and breakfast (surcharge). Popular attractions Place de l'Indépendance and Chambre de Commerce ...
7.8/10 Good! (26 reviews)
Ocean view room, clean room with thoughtful details. Staff at the front desk were really helpful, and the bartender also was great!! Merci!

Reviewed on 5 Oct 2025

Ibis Styles Dakar
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Appart Place De l'independance

Appart Place De l'independance

3.5 out of 5
31 Rue Felix Faure Dakar
Stay at this apartment in Dakar. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and breakfast (surcharge). Popular attractions La Galerie Antenna and Place de l'Indépendance ...
Appart Place De l'independance
Luxury house, quiet, clean, secure

Luxury house, quiet, clean, secure

Dakar Dakar
Stay at this holiday home in Dakar. Enjoy laundry facilities. Popular attractions Place de l'Indépendance and Chambre de Commerce are located nearby.
Luxury house, quiet, clean, secure
Mini Studio Meublé Propre et Bien Équipé. Discret Calme, Reposant et Accessible

Mini Studio Meublé Propre et Bien Équipé. Discret Calme, Reposant et Accessible

Dakar Région de Dakar
Stay at this apartment in Dakar-Plateau. Enjoy laundry facilities and air conditioning. Popular attractions Museum of Black Civilizations and Chambre de Commerce ...
Mini Studio Meublé Propre et Bien Équipé. Discret Calme, Reposant et Accessible
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Popular places to visit

île de Gorée, Insel, Senegal

Ile de Goree Beach

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.

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

Sandaga Market

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.

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

African Renaissance Statue

Find out about the history of Dakar with a stop at African Renaissance Statue. Wander the rainforest or discover the area's desert landscape.

African Renaissance Statue

Cheikh Anta Diop University

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

Cheikh Anta Diop University

Pointe des Almadies Beach

Why not spend a lazy afternoon at Pointe des Almadies Beach during your trip to Ngor?

Pointe des Almadies Beach

Activities

Private Custom Walking Tour with a Local Guide in Dakar

Private Custom Walking Tour with a Local Guide in Dakar

AU$82
per adult
Private Custom Walking Tour with a Local Guide in Dakar
Monument de la Renaissance Africain

Half Day Dakar City Tour (Minimum 2 Participants)

AU$157
per adult
Half Day Dakar City Tour (Minimum 2 Participants)
Goree Island: discover Senegalese history and culture

Goree Island: discover Senegalese history and culture

AU$209
per adult
Goree Island: discover Senegalese history and culture
With ATS, visit Dakar, from 3 to 6 hours of availability...

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

AU$114
per traveller
With ATS, visit Dakar, from 3 to 6 hours of availability...
SLAVE HOUSE

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

AU$212
per adult
Full Day Goree Island And Dakar City Tour(Minimum 2 Participants)
Dakar City Highlight Tour

Dakar City Highlight Tour

AU$208
per adult
Dakar City Highlight Tour
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Cities near Dakar-Plateau

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

Goree Island