IFAN Museum of African Arts Tours

If you've got a hankering for some mental stimulation, make a trip to IFAN Museum of African Arts. Whether it's history, culture or traditions, you'll find lots of intriguing displays to keep your mind active here.

You'll soon learn why this Dakar collection of historical artifacts is visited by many travelers. If you're looking for more to explore, Sandaga Market, Ile de Goree Beach, and Cheikh Anta Diop University are in the area as well. They won't take very long to reach from IFAN Museum of African Arts.

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Sama Hotels

Sama Hotels

2.5 out of 5
Les Almadies
per person
Oct 11 - Oct 15
found 1 day ago
Roundtrip non-stop flight included
New York (NYC) to Dakar (DSS)
10/10 Exceptional! (10 reviews)
The hotel is close by the ocean with walking distance to the beach. The staff are warm and helpful. The rooms are clean. Highly recommended.

Reviewed on Feb 2, 2025

King Fahd Palace

King Fahd Palace

4.5 out of 5
Les Almadies
per person
Oct 11 - Oct 15
found 1 day ago
Roundtrip non-stop flight included
New York (NYC) to Dakar (DSS)
7.2/10 Good! (148 reviews)
Very friendly snd helpful staff. Clean room.

Reviewed on Jun 17, 2025

La Résidence Sea Plaza

La Résidence Sea Plaza

3.5 out of 5
per person
Oct 11 - Oct 15
found 1 day ago
Roundtrip non-stop flight included
New York (NYC) to Dakar (DSS)
No reviews

Popular places to visit

Sandanga lies roughly midway on Plateau center in Dakar and is the biggest of Dakar`s markets. If you are not familiar with African markets is worth a visit, but be careful with your valuables and do not be fooled to follow strangers. Sandanga is a mix of flea market and tourist market. It is fussy and chaotic and sellers are ongoing. Try to visit Sandanga early in the morning. It is less crowded at that time of day and fruits and vegetables are fresh and look attractive. Read more: http://www.travelwithallsenses.com/shopping-dakars-markets/

Sandaga Market

You can browse for the perfect souvenirs at Sandaga Market during your trip to Dakar-Plateau. Amble around the area's lakeside or visit its monuments.

Sandaga Market
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 Dakar. While you're in the area, wander around the rainforest.

Soumbédioune Fish Market
On Goree Island you can learn about Dakar`s dark history while enjoying this little island`s lush and idyllic atmosphere. Only a short ferry ride from Senegal’s capital Dakar lays the tiny island Ile de Gorée. The island is a popular destination for anyone visiting Dakar and Senegal and tells the story of the slave trade across the Atlantic. The entire island was listed on UNESCO World Heritage List in 1978. Read more on: http://www.travelwithallsenses.com/goree-island-slave-trade/

Ile de Goree Beach

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

Ile de Goree Beach

Musée Théodore Monod

You can spend time browsing the exhibits at Musée Théodore Monod during your travels in Dakar-Plateau. Wander the rainforest or discover the area's desert landscape.

Musée Théodore Monod

Cathedral of Our Lady of Victories

Learn about the local history of Dakar-Plateau with a stop at Cathedral of Our Lady of Victories.

Cathedral of Our Lady of Victories

La Galerie Antenna

You can spend an afternoon browsing the exhibits at La Galerie Antenna during your trip to Dakar-Plateau. Amble around the area's rainforest or visit its monuments.

La Galerie Antenna

Best Lodging Options Near IFAN Museum of African Arts

Pullman Dakar Teranga

Pullman Dakar Teranga

5 out of 5
10 Rue Colbert, Place de L' independance, Dakar
Pullman Dakar Teranga
Novotel Dakar

Novotel Dakar

4 out of 5
Avenue Abdoulaye Fadiga, Dakar
Novotel Dakar
Terrou-Bi Resort

Terrou-Bi Resort

5 out of 5
Corniche ouest Boulevard, Martin Luther King B P 1179, Dakar
Terrou-Bi Resort
Hôtel Fleur de Lys Plateau

Hôtel Fleur de Lys Plateau

4 out of 5
64 Rue Felix, Faure, Dakar
Hôtel Fleur de Lys Plateau
Le Ndiambour Hôtel et Résidence

Le Ndiambour Hôtel et Résidence

4 out of 5
121 Rue Carnot, Dakar
Le Ndiambour Hôtel et Résidence
Ibis Styles Dakar

Ibis Styles Dakar

3 out of 5
Avenue Abdoulaye Fadiga No 2, Dakar
Ibis Styles Dakar
Azalai Hotel Dakar

Azalai Hotel Dakar

4.5 out of 5
Dakar, Dakar, Dakar Region
Azalai Hotel Dakar
Sokhamon

Sokhamon

2.5 out of 5
Av. Nelson Mandela, Dakar, Région de Dakar
Sokhamon
Hotel Al Afifa

Hotel Al Afifa

5 out of 5
46 Rue Jules Ferry, Dakar, Région de Dakar
Hotel Al Afifa
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