African Renaissance Monument Tours

Whether they're unique buildings, stately statues or cascading fountains, monuments are built to remember important events and people. Why not learn the interesting story behind African Renaissance Monument?

Head on over to Ouakam, pay the entry fee and find out why African Renaissance Monument is a crowd favorite. You might like to stick around a while, because there are some other interesting attractions near this commemorative structure. African Renaissance Statue, Dakar Grand Mosque and Sandaga Market are our top picks.

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Mövenpick Resort Lamantin Saly

Mövenpick Resort Lamantin Saly

5 out of 5
Price was $1,482, price is now $1,279 per person
$1,279
per person
Feb 12 - Feb 14
found 4 hours ago
Roundtrip non-stop flight included
Boston (BOS) to Dakar (DSS)
8.4/10 Very Good! (147 reviews)
Friendly staff. Great amenities. I stayed in a floating room and it was spectacular. Great food. Beautiful clean grounds. There was so much that I loved about my stay I wished that it was longer

Reviewed on Nov 5, 2025

La Résidence Sea Plaza

La Résidence Sea Plaza

3.5 out of 5
Price was $1,892, price is now $1,608 per person
$1,608
per person
Jan 15 - Jan 20
found 9 hours ago
Roundtrip non-stop flight included
Newark Liberty Intl. Airport (EWR) to Dakar (DSS)
No reviews
Terrou-Bi Resort

Terrou-Bi Resort

5 out of 5
Price was $1,750, price is now $1,523 per person
$1,523
per person
Feb 25 - Mar 1
found 3 hours ago
Roundtrip flight included
New York (NYC) to Dakar (DSS)
8.6/10 Excellent! (292 reviews)
The pool and beach were excellent. The level of customer service provided by the staff was first class.

Reviewed on Nov 12, 2025

Popular places to visit

It is located at Rte. de Yoff, heading towards the airport. Here artists can get a studio space and some support from the government. It’s like a small walled village where people work and some also live here. Some foreign artists are also invited to stay in shorter periods as Artists in Residens. This is probably one of the most important measures to support the contemporary art in Senegal and an important contribution to the Dakar art scene. Read more on: http://www.travelwithallsenses.com/dakar-art-scene/

Village des Arts

4/5(7 reviews)

You can spend time studying the exhibits at Village des Arts during your trip to Dakar. Wander the rainforest or discover the area's desert landscape.

Village des Arts
The Soumbédioune Fish Market is a place to observe life and commerce in Dakar, Senegal. It's busy and bustling, with ocean views and briny air that has the distinct smell of fish. Come on a Saturday afternoon when things are in full swing. Be respectful when taking photographs however and make sure you ask vendors if it's okay to capture them or their wares on film before you snap.

Soumbédioune Fish Market

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

Soumbédioune Fish Market

Mamelles Lighthouse

After visiting Mamelles Lighthouse, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Dakar. Wander the rainforest or discover the area's desert landscape.

Mamelles Lighthouse

African Renaissance Statue

4.5/5(17 reviews)

Find out about the history of Dakar when you spend time at African Renaissance Statue. Wander the rainforest or discover the area's desert landscape.

African Renaissance Statue

Mamelles Beach

Why not spend a lazy afternoon at Mamelles Beach during your trip to Dakar?

Mamelles Beach

Mosque of the Divinity

Mosque of the Divinity is just one of the places to see in Dakar, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels?

Mosque of the Divinity

Best Lodging Options Near African Renaissance Monument

Lighthouse Signature Suites

Lighthouse Signature Suites

4 out of 5
Renaissance Dakar Dakar Region
Lighthouse Signature Suites
Hôtel Colonia

Hôtel Colonia

3.5 out of 5
Ancienne Route de la Corniche Ouest Dakar
Hôtel Colonia
Noom Hotel Dakar Sea Plaza, a member of Radisson Individuals

Noom Hotel Dakar Sea Plaza, a member of Radisson Individuals

5 out of 5
Route De La Corniche Ouest Dakar
Noom Hotel Dakar Sea Plaza, a member of Radisson Individuals
Les Mamelles Dakar Hotel

Les Mamelles Dakar Hotel

3.5 out of 5
34 Rue OKM 25 Dakar Région de Dakar
Les Mamelles Dakar Hotel
Hôtel Résidence La Corniche

Hôtel Résidence La Corniche

3 out of 5
Route de la Corniche Ouest, Lot N°32 Dakar
Hôtel Résidence La Corniche
Appartement luxueux virage Yoff Dakar

Appartement luxueux virage Yoff Dakar

Ouakam Dakar
Appartement luxueux virage Yoff Dakar
Hotel Les Mamelles

Hotel Les Mamelles

3 out of 5
Lot 31 Cite Aviation, Les Mamelles Dakar
Hotel Les Mamelles
TERANGA ROOF TOP Exceptional seaside apartment

TERANGA ROOF TOP Exceptional seaside apartment

Dakar Région de Dakar
TERANGA ROOF TOP Exceptional seaside apartment
Teranga House

Teranga House

Dakar Région de Dakar
Teranga House
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