Ouakam Travel Guide

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Popular places to visit

Ile de Goree Beach

Ile de Goree Beach

Why not spend a care-free afternoon at Ile de Goree Beach during your travels in Dakar?

Ile de Goree Beach
Sandaga Market

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
Soumbédioune Fish Market

Soumbédioune Fish Market

You can search for that perfect souvenir at Soumbédioune Fish Market during your trip to Dakar. While you're in the area, wander around the rainforest.

Soumbédioune Fish Market
House of Slaves

House of Slaves

You can spend time studying the exhibits at House of Slaves during your trip to Dakar. Wander the rainforest or discover the area's desert landscape.

House of Slaves
Village des Arts

Village des Arts

You can spend time browsing the exhibits at Village des Arts in Dakar. Wander the rainforest or discover the area's desert landscape.

Village des Arts

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

Activities

Monument de la Renaissance Africain

Half Day Dakar City Tour

NZ$175
per adult
Half Day Dakar City Tour
SLAVE HOUSE

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

NZ$237
per adult
Full Day Goree Island And Dakar City Tour(Minimum 2 Participants)
Dakar City Tour

Dakar City Tour and Goree Island

NZ$270
per adult
80% of travellers recommend
Dakar City Tour and Goree Island
Lighthouse of Mammelles Dakar

Mamelles Lighthouse and Ngor Island (Walking Tour)

NZ$215
per adult
Mamelles Lighthouse and Ngor Island (Walking Tour)
Maison des esclavages, Gorée Island

Explore Dakar and Gorée Island full day

NZ$257
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Explore Dakar and Gorée Island full day
Day tour Somone lagoon and Bandia park Safari

Day tour Somone lagoon and Bandia park Safari

NZ$406
per adult
Day tour Somone lagoon and Bandia park Safari
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Our pick of the best Ouakam Hotel Deals

Lighthouse Signature Suites

Lighthouse Signature Suites

4 out of 5
Renaissance, Dakar, Dakar Region
Stay at this 4-star aparthotel in Dakar. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and breakfast (surcharge). Popular attractions African Renaissance Statue and Mamelles ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (12 reviews)
"Great quality price ratio. It was conveniently next to an excellent brunch restaurant and very close to the lighthouse restaurant for dinner. The staff was very friendly and helpful. The road leading up to the building is not paved due to ongoing construction and unclearly marked on google maps but ..."

Reviewed on 20 Jun. 2025

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Fadidi House

Fadidi House

2 out of 5
197 Rue OKM 258, Dakar
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is NZ$54 per night from 31 July to 1 Aug
NZ$54
31 July - 1 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this B&B in Dakar. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and a rooftop terrace. Popular attractions African Renaissance Statue and Le Monument de la Renaissance ...
10/10 Exceptional! (1 review)
"Felt at home"

Reviewed on 16 Jun. 2025

Fadidi House
Hôtel Colonia

Hôtel Colonia

3.5 out of 5
Ancienne Route de la Corniche Ouest, Lot 41, Dakar
The price is NZ$277 per night from 5 Aug to 6 Aug
NZ$277
5 Aug - 6 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3.5-star business-friendly hotel in Dakar. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Popular attractions Mamelles Lighthouse and African ...
Hôtel Colonia
Les Mamelles Dakar Hotel

Les Mamelles Dakar Hotel

3.5 out of 5
34 Rue OKM 25, Dakar, Région de Dakar
Stay at this 3.5-star hotel in Dakar. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and a rooftop terrace. Popular attractions Mamelles Lighthouse and Mamelles Beach are ...
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Les Mamelles Dakar Hotel
Hotel du Phare

Hotel du Phare

3 out of 5
36 Citee Magistrats, Dakar
The price is NZ$155 per night from 6 Aug to 7 Aug
NZ$155
6 Aug - 7 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3-star hotel in Dakar. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and 2 bars/lounges. Popular attractions Mamelles Beach and Mamelles Lighthouse are located ...
8/10 Very Good! (16 reviews)
"Really enjoyed my first time in the city of Dakar, while staying at this place. The staff (Adama and the ladies) were super helpful, the room was spacious, the WiFi and the breakfast were great. I was tempted to stay in all day."

Reviewed on 3 Mar. 2025

Hotel du Phare
Beautiful Private House in Mamelles 10min to Monument, Phare & Almadies !

Beautiful Private House in Mamelles 10min to Monument, Phare & Almadies !

Dakar
Stay at this vacation home in Dakar. Enjoy laundry facilities and air conditioning. Popular attractions African Renaissance Statue and Mamelles Lighthouse are ...
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Beautiful Private House in Mamelles 10min to Monument, Phare & Almadies !
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Other neighbourhoods around Ouakam

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Les Almadies

If you're spending some time in Les Almadies, Pointe des Almadies Beach and Des Almadies Golf Club are top sights worth seeing.

Les Almadies

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