Day tour in Dakar museum and monument
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Is Day tour in Dakar museum and monument worth booking?
Day tour in Dakar museum and monument is a 6-hour experience in Dakar, Senegal, from $154 per person. It scores 59 out of 100 on the Outty Ranking, which we label “Worth a Look”, based on a 4.1/5 rating across 13 reviews. Cancellation is free up to 24 hours before the start time. Same-day spots are currently showing.
- Outty Ranking
- 59 / 100
- Rating
- 4.1/5 (13)
- Duration
- 6 hours
- From
- $154 per person
Explore the heart of Dakar and its main sights on this day tour. The first harf day will be for the black civilization museum, Independence Square, the cathedral church, the seaside overlookinthe Goree Island, and Kermel
What you get
About this experience
Explore the heart of Dakar and its main sights on this day tour. The first harf day will be for the black civilization museum, Independence Square, the cathedral church, the seaside overlookinthe Goree Island, and Kermel Market. One hour will be spent moving through these places. (on demand), we will make time for lunch in a traditional restaurant at "la pointe des Almadies "also known for seafood for 40 minutes. The second half of the day will be spent experiencing the monument of the African Renaissance, the mosque of divinity. On demand, we will spend 1 hour for textile and handcraft shopping. Your tour ends with a drop-off back at your hotel.
What's included
Included
- Private transportation
Not included
- Lunch
What you'll see and do
Dakar train station is one of the most beautiful masterpieces of colonial architecture, its facade is of admirable beauty. The Dakar station was built in 1885 and linked the city of Dakar to St Louis, also served Dakar-Niger, which made it possible to reach Bamako (Mali), in 36 hours twice a week. Tens of thousands of sharpshooters from Sudan, Dahomey or haute Volta (current Burkina Faso )passed through this station to be embarked on the European fronts.(the sharpshooters were a military troops main elements of the the black army belonging to the French colonial empire in 1857 and dissolved in the early 1960s ) the station quickly became the most important railway center in all of West Africa; hub of city activity; transit point for peanuts, arabic gum,coton, cola, postal mail and thousands of travelers. Located Place Dakar-Niger, renamed Place des Tirailleurs on August 23, 2004, it was rehabilitated by Eiffage Senegal.
10 minutes here
Museum of Black Civilizations
Opened in December 6 th 2018, it was an idea carried in 1966 during the first World Festival of Negro Arts to Dakar by Léopold Sédar Senghor, Senegal's first president, to create a museum that would represent the contemporary histories and cultures of the black world. The museum consists of a round building inspired by the impluvium huts of Casamance has a total area of 15,000 m² on 4 levels, of which nearly 5,000 m² of exhibition space is devoted to African civilizations. A place of civilizational meeting and dialogue between cultures. The Museum of Black Civilizations is an emblematic mark of civilization, identity and the promotion of African memory. The museum has requested the repatriation of African artworks, given that up to 95 percent of Africa's cultural heritage is held outside Africa by major museums.
120 minutes here · Admission included
Marche Kermel
The Kermel Market is a colonial-style building recognized as a UNESCO world heritage site , very beautiful building from 1860 which was destroyed by fire in 1994, and rebuilt identically in 1997. The Kermel Market is still excellently preserved. You can see lots of bright colors inside and outside the building. The market provides beautiful fresh products, typical of Senegal. Market gardeners, grocers, butchers and fishmongers are at the heart of the building, surrounded by decorations of vendors, artists and artisans.
30 minutes here
The place de l'independence is in the beating heart of the city, home to majestic colonial buildings including the Ministry of Foreign Affairs which was the (court of French West Africa) the Governance (office of the French governor) and the Chambre de Commerce. The independance square is surrounding by travel agences ,banks,insurances ...
10 minutes here
African Memorial Cathedral of Dakar
Cathedral of Notre-Dame-des-Victoires or Cathedral of Africain souvenir is the largest church in Dakar and the seat of the archbishops. It is located on Boulevard de la République in the Dakar-Plateau district Built in the 1930s and consecrated in 1936, the Cathedral of Africain souvenir stands out in the landscape of Dakar with its impeccable white color. The materials chosen were imported from different countries (Sudan, Gabon, Tunisia, Benin, France) for a rather astonishing result with various influences. Erected on a former lebou cimetry If you intend to enter, remember that it is forbidden to wear a hat, mini skirts or shorts.
15 minutes here
Le Monument de la Renaissance Africaine
the monument of african renaissance inaugurated in 2010,This gigantic 52 m High copper statue accessible through a 198 steps stairway,the statut offers a beautiful view of the peninsula. it is Africa emerging from the bowels of the earth, leaving the obscurantism to go towards the light,the man, woman and their child will face the sun, symbolizing the opening of the continent to the rest of the world.it's the second largest statue in the world that can be climbed inside. On the ground floor, a slide show describing the history of the construction of the monument and a fresco retracing the history of Africa and its great figures. On the 3rd floor, a small temporary exhibition room. On the 4th floor, the main lounge .On the 15th floor, you are in the head of the man and enjoy a breathtaking view of Dakar and the peninsula.
60 minutes here · Admission included
This mosque is located in Ouakam, a Lebou village. Built from May 1992 to October 1997 on the West Corniche of Dakar, under the recommendation of Allah (swt) through Mohamed Seyni who received the descriptions. Everyone knows that for each guide, Allah (swt) has granted him a place of meditation where he can pray without clutter. That of Mohamed Seyni is this mosque called Masdjidou Rabaani (Mosque of the Divinity). The divine injunction happened in the night in a dream when Mohamed Seyni saw the mosque in the sky.He was ordered to look at her and follow her to see where she was going to land.The mosque had appeared to him as a carpet. When he had gone around, he saw written on the right door the word Allahou Akbar (Allah is great) written in gold letters.
15 minutes here
Where it starts and ends
Hotel pickup
Pickup is included for all travelers. Pickup begins about 15 minutes before departure.
Before you book
- Cancellation
- For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
- Languages
- en, fr
- Ticket
- Mobile Only
- Runs on
- Every day
- Group size
- Up to 10 travelers per booking
- Operated by
- Agsil Senegal Travel Tour
Know before you go
- Wheelchair accessible
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Service animals allowed
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
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What travelers are saying
Outty’s summary of the themes that recur across 13 traveler reviews. Written by us, not quoted from reviewers.
The guide
9 mentionsTravelers single out the guide as the reason the experience works.
Knowledge and storytelling
5 mentionsReviewers describe the commentary as informative rather than scripted.
Organization
3 mentionsPickup, timing, and logistics are described as running smoothly.
Small groups
2 mentionsThe group size is repeatedly described as intimate rather than packed.
Traveler reviews
13 verified traveler reviews for Day tour in Dakar museum and monument. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.
Day in Dakar
Our tour guide Gousshou picked us up on time at the port of Dakar. He spoke English very well, very knowledgeable of the sights he showed us - market, mosque, museum, corniche, government buildings, and more sights than enumerated in the itinerary. He gave us time to enjoy the sights especially at the Monument of Renaissance as we waited a long time to get into the museum. The monument was the highlight of our tour. Glad we patiently waited for our turn to enter the museum which occupied the first 3 floors of the monument and chance to take the elevator to the head of the man in the monument. Our driver was great too, very skilled and careful driver. Our tour ended exactly at 7 hours and was brought by our guide and driver back to our port in plenty of time. Very highly recommended.
via Viator
Not worth the price
Below average tour and aggressive tour operator. I learned nothing i could not have read from a cheap book. The guide just drove around and sat at the Museumm and the Memorial. The clothing market was a rippoff. A guide was not secured at the Museum and the tour guide just sat there while my friend and I visited. Then he proceeded to argue that I owed him 20,000FCA because my friend met me at the Museum. He refused to accept the fact this was nit a guided visit. He became very aggressive and we settled for half the price. I do not recommend this tour company to anyone.
Response from the operator: I am very sorry to hear about your negative experience with our company. It is disappointing when things do not go as planned while traveling. This trip was booked for a single person and during the tour you asked for your friend to join you for the rest of the trip and we agreed that you would honor the extra and invited her to visit the museum together which allowed us to buy the two entrance tickets at our expense which is why I made you pay half of the 20,000 CFA as your friend did not continue the trip with you. The fact of not having an official guide at the museum is not within our competence as this day there were many visitors especially groups of students according to the internal regulations the official guides will take care of the groups rather than just two visitors. If you felt ripped off by the fabric seller it is almost not my fault you were free not to buy and besides I had informed you that in Senegal the prices are always negotiable. I hope that your next trip will be much more pleasant and stress-free!
via Tripadvisor
Wonderful day touring around Dakar
Great tour around Dakar in a very comfortable car with aircon. We were able to adjust timings as required and ask lots of questions since the guide was knowledgable and spoke English. Very friendly, great day, would definitely recommend
via Tripadvisor
Just the experience I was looking for!
This was a private tour and my guide Amadou worked with me to customize our itinerary for the day to meet my needs, make sure I saw the things of interest to me, and helped me get some great photos. Amadou is very knowledgeable and his English is excellent. Agsil Senegal Tours absolutely delivered!
via Viator
Very unsatisfactory
Poor organization for pickup, wasted an hour. Traffic and traffic everywhere. Jeep in traffic for 2-3 hours!! We expect to sight-see, not to see traffic. English speaking guide was pleasant but everything we saw in the museum was in French.
via Viator
Good to know
- Duration
- 6 hours
- Free cancellation
- Up to 24h before
- Minimum age to book
- All ages
- Availability
- Bookable today
- Runs on
- Every day
- Price range
- $154 to $180
- Hotel pickup
- Included for all travelers
- Booked in 30 days
- 5
- Verdict
- Worth a Look
Why this scores 59
The Outty Ranking is a weighted composite. Here is how this experience performed on each component.
Day tour in Dakar museum and monument: questions travelers ask
Practical detail on this experience, plus the wider planning questions for Dakar.
How much does Day tour in Dakar museum and monument cost?
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Prices start at $154 per person. The final price depends on the date, the time slot and the number of travelers, and peak weekends in Dakar usually price higher than midweek mornings. Live pricing and remaining availability are confirmed on the booking screen before you pay.
How long does Day tour in Dakar museum and monument take?
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Plan for about 6 hours from start to finish, not counting travel to the meeting point. Most travelers leave another 30 minutes on either side so the rest of the day in Dakar is not rushed.
Is Day tour in Dakar museum and monument worth it?
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It holds an Outty Ranking of 59 out of 100, which we label "Worth a Look". That score blends traveler sentiment (4.1/5 across 13 reviews), the depth of that review evidence, recent booking momentum, value for money against comparable last minute in Dakar, and how flexible the cancellation terms are.
Can I cancel or reschedule Day tour in Dakar museum and monument?
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Yes. Cancel free up to 24 hours before the start time for a full refund. Inside that window the booking is non-refundable, and no-shows are not refunded.
Is Day tour in Dakar museum and monument suitable for kids and families?
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Yes, all ages are welcome. Families should still weigh the 6-hour running time, and strollers are easier on the earlier, quieter departures.
How far in advance should I book Day tour in Dakar museum and monument?
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Around 5 people booked this in the last 30 days, so popular slots go early. Two to three weeks ahead is comfortable in shoulder season, while summer weekends and holidays in Dakar can sell out a month out. Same-day spots do open up when other travelers cancel, so it is worth checking if you are already in town.
What should I bring or wear?
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Bring photo ID, your booking confirmation on your phone, a refillable water bottle and comfortable shoes. Dress for the weather in Dakar and add a light layer if any part of the 6-hour experience runs outdoors or after sunset.
Where does Day tour in Dakar museum and monument start and how do I get there?
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The exact meeting point and directions are on your voucher once you book, and they sit in central Dakar within reach of public transport. Arrive 15 minutes early: late arrivals are treated as no-shows by most operators.
What are the best things to do in Dakar?
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On Outty we rank every Dakar experience on the same 0 to 100 scale, and alongside this one the highest scorers right now include Explore Dakar and Gorée Island full day, Taxi DSS to DAKAR,SALY,RIU HOTEL,SOMONE ( please check Options), Full-Day DAKAR city / GOREE Island Tour. The city page groups everything into most popular, highest reviewed, last minute and family-friendly so you can build a day around what actually delivers.
When is the best time to visit Dakar?
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Booking patterns follow the same curve: prices and queues climb in peak weeks, while shoulder season gives you better availability on the top-ranked experiences and more room to change plans.
How many days do you need in Dakar?
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Three full days covers the headline sights without sprinting. A workable rhythm is one anchor experience each morning, such as this one, an unhurried afternoon in a single neighborhood, then a food or nightlife booking in the evening. Five days lets you add a day trip outside the city.
Do I book through Outty or through the operator?
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