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$179
per adult
Half Day Dakar City Tour
Dakar City Tour

Dakar City Tour and Goree Island

NZ$277
per adult
80% of travellers recommend
Dakar City Tour and Goree Island
Lighthouse of Mammelles Dakar

Mamelles Lighthouse and Ngor Island (Walking Tour)

NZ$222
per adult
Mamelles Lighthouse and Ngor Island (Walking Tour)
SLAVE HOUSE

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

NZ$242
per adult
Full Day Goree Island And Dakar City Tour(Minimum 2 Participants)
Full day: City tour of Dakar and Gorée Island

Full day: City tour of Dakar and Gorée Island

NZ$361
per adult
Full day: City tour of Dakar and Gorée Island
Maison des esclavages, Gorée Island

Explore Dakar and Gorée Island full day

NZ$265
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Explore Dakar and Gorée Island full day
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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! (13 reviews)
"Would stay there again! It was wonderful!!!"

Reviewed on 4 Aug 2025

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Fadidi House

Fadidi House

2 out of 5
197 Rue OKM 258, Dakar
The price is NZ$53 per night from 25 Oct to 26 Oct
NZ$53
25 Oct - 26 Oct
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 June 2025

Fadidi House
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
Hôtel Colonia

Hôtel Colonia

3.5 out of 5
Ancienne Route de la Corniche Ouest, Lot 41, Dakar
The price is NZ$299 per night from 3 Oct to 4 Oct
NZ$299
3 Oct - 4 Oct
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
Hotel du Phare

Hotel du Phare

3 out of 5
36 Citee Magistrats, Dakar
The price is NZ$160 per night from 25 Sept to 26 Sept
NZ$160
25 Sept - 26 Sept
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 ...
7.8/10 Good! (18 reviews)
"Very friendly staff and tidy rooms. It was great value! Merci beaucoup !"

Reviewed on 1 Sept 2025

Hotel du Phare
Hôtel Résidence La Corniche

Hôtel Résidence La Corniche

3 out of 5
Route de la Corniche Ouest, Lot N°32, Camp Des Mamelles, Dakar
The price is NZ$239 per night from 16 Oct to 17 Oct
NZ$239
16 Oct - 17 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3-star business-friendly hotel in Dakar. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and 24-hour room service. Popular attractions African Renaissance Statue ...
"Perfectly located to explore the north and south of Dakar."

Reviewed on 7 Sept 2019

Hôtel Résidence La Corniche
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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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