Goree Island Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

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

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Azalai Hotel Dakar

Azalai Hotel Dakar

4.5 out of 5
Dakar Dakar Dakar Region
The price is AU$263 per night from 11 Mar to 12 Mar
AU$263
11 Mar - 12 Mar
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 ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (102 reviews)
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Reviewed on 8 Feb 2026

Azalai Hotel Dakar
Terrou-Bi Resort

Terrou-Bi Resort

5 out of 5
Corniche ouest Boulevard Dakar
The price is AU$405 per night from 20 Mar to 21 Mar
AU$405
20 Mar - 21 Mar
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 ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (317 reviews)
Staff, location and good breakfast

Reviewed on 13 Feb 2026

Terrou-Bi Resort
Novotel Dakar

Novotel Dakar

4 out of 5
Avenue Abdoulaye Fadiga Dakar
The price is AU$223 per night from 14 Mar to 15 Mar
AU$223
14 Mar - 15 Mar
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 ...
7.6/10 Good! (232 reviews)
We had a very scary experience with the staff. Our room had no deadbolt then we had someone knock and try to get it. Then someone from the front desk call up and ask if I was alone and if the door was locked. Mind you I’m a younger female. I tried to talk to the staff about it via email but it’s ...

Reviewed on 11 Feb 2026

Novotel Dakar
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Lighthouse Signature Suites

Lighthouse Signature Suites

4 out of 5
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 ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (21 reviews)
Personnel dévoué belle chambre .

Reviewed on 20 Dec 2025

Lighthouse Signature Suites
Oasis Seaside by Barok

Oasis Seaside by Barok

4 out of 5
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! (35 reviews)
Old and unkempt building, no towels in the rooms, bad location, very polite concierge, not worth the price

Reviewed on 15 Feb 2026

Oasis Seaside by Barok
Residence Hotel Kakatar

Residence Hotel Kakatar

5 out of 5
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 ...
9/10 Wonderful! (22 reviews)
Clean rooms, wonderful people.

Reviewed on 14 Jan 2026

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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
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
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 travels in 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 when you spend time at Place de l'Indépendance. Wander the rainforest or discover the area's desert landscape.

Place de l'Indépendance

Activities

Monument de la Renaissance Africain

Half Day Dakar City Tour (Minimum 2 Participants)

AU$152
per adult
Half Day Dakar City Tour (Minimum 2 Participants)
Private Custom Walking Tour with a Local Guide in Dakar

Private Custom Walking Tour with a Local Guide in Dakar

AU$80
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

AU$202
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$110
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$205
per adult
Full Day Goree Island And Dakar City Tour(Minimum 2 Participants)
Shopping day in the central market of Dakar a

Your assistant in interpretation & in shopping in Dakar markets

AU$307
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Your assistant in interpretation & in shopping in Dakar markets
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