Delight in the lush landscape of Dakar
Enjoy the live music and other features of Dakar. Renowned for its cafes, safari tours and rainforest, this city welcomes all visitors. Whether you're planning a family holiday, a trip with friends or a romantic retreat, HomeAway has a great selection of holiday homes. Many rentals come with a full kitchen and separate dining area, perfect if you need a space for entertaining.
Activities and attractions in Dakar
Do you want to find attractions to visit while you're in town? Venture out of your cosy holiday rental and check out everything that makes Dakar a fun place to get away to. These are some of the most popular attractions to see, all within 30 miles (48.2 km) of the city centre:
- Magic Land (2.8 mi / 4.5 km)
- Des Almadies Golf Club (4.2 mi / 6.8 km)
Exploring the natural landscape of Dakar
Whether you're an adventurous traveller or just want to take in the scenery, you'll be sure to find the perfect setting for your holiday in Dakar. These are some of the area's most enchanting sights, all within 30 miles (48.2 km) of the city centre:
- African Remembrance Square (1.8 mi / 2.8 km)
- Mamelles Beach (2.5 mi / 4.1 km)
- Ile de Goree Beach (5.7 mi / 9.1 km)
- Lake Retba (17.8 mi / 28.6 km)
- Hann Park (2.4 mi / 3.9 km)
- Ngor Beach (3.8 mi / 6.1 km)
Transport to and around Dakar
Fly into Dakar (DSS-Blaise Diagne Intl.), the closest airport, located 27 mi (43.4 km) from the city centre.
If you'd prefer to travel by train, the main station serving the city is Dakar Station.