Dakar is best known for its large number of markets, Dakar is a lively dynamic city with charming markets, a bustling street life and beautiful warm and sunny weather.
Fly to Dakar with Brussels Airlines up to eight flights a week connecting through Brussels.
Things to do in Dakar
- Explore Goreé Island
Goreé Island, rich in history, is probably the area's most famous tourist attraction. One of the most frequently visited sites is the Maison des Esclaves (Slave House), a poignant reminder of Goreé's role as the centre of West African slave trade.
- Visit the Institut Fondamental d'Afrique Noir (IFAN) Museum
The IFAN Museum is one of the best museums in West Africa. Lively, imaginative displays show masks and traditional dress from across the region.