African Renaissance Monument

The Museum of Black Civilisations in Dakar is a modern gem, offering rich exhibitions on African history, art, and culture in a stunning space.

Posh hotel featuring French dining & an open-air restaurant, plus ocean views & a private beach. Across the road from the Atlantic Ocean, this premium hotel is a 13-minute walk from the IFAN Museum of African Arts and 2 km from the Grand Mosque of Dakar. Modern rooms come with free Wi-Fi, flat-screen TVs, minibars, and city or ocean views, as well as tea and coffeemaking facilities. Upgraded rooms feature balconies. Dining options include a terrace brasserie next to an outdoor pool, as well as an elegant French restaurant/bar. There's also a private beach, a hammam and a gym. Parking is available.

Ali Baba is a beloved late-night fast food spot in Dakar, serving up tasty kebabs and quick bites until 3 AM, perfect for those midnight cravings.

La Fourchette has been an upscale dining gem in Dakar for over 30 years, blending global flavors in a cozy, chic atmosphere perfect for any occasion.

Le Mboté is a cozy, bustling dibiterie in Medina serving up savory grilled dibi in a lively atmosphere, perfect for a late-night meat fix.

La Galerie Cécile Fakhoury is a gem in Dakar, showcasing vibrant contemporary African art with warm hospitality and changing exhibitions every couple of months.

Informal lodging offering a stylish restaurant, plus a hot tub & a terrace with ocean views. Overlooking a narrow beach along the Atlantic Ocean, this unfussy downtown hotel is an 8-minute walk from the IFAN Museum of African Arts, and 4 km from the island wildlife of Îles des Madeleines. Informal rooms have vivid accents, international cable TV and Wi-Fi. Upgraded rooms offer balconies and/or ocean views. A suite adds a living room. There's an exotic restaurant and a bar, plus a terrace and a hot tub overlooking the coast. Continental breakfast is available for an extra cost.

This iconic 1938 museum in Dakar highlights contemporary African art and culture with a range of intriguing artifacts, though some express the wish for deeper context.

This charming guesthouse offers stylish rooms with balconies, a rooftop terrace perfect for sunset drinks, and attentive service, all in a serene setting.

Set against a backdrop of ocean views and local artistry, this Italian eatery offers a relaxed vibe and ample seafood, ideal for family gatherings.