Dakar City Center attracts tourists and locals alike with its world famous art and culture, bars, professional sports venues, restaurants, luxury hotels, beaches and much more. Dakar Plateau offers a variety of hotel options, including grand hotels, luxurious four-star accommodations, beautiful historic options and much more!
The visitors of downtown also have many options when it comes to sights and attractions. the Dakar Cathedral College, kid-friendly, offer rides, and more, while the Black Civilization Museum, the Museum Theodore-Monod and that of black civilizations offer us a revision on Senegalese and African history, they also present a variety of historical collections of African art. Visit theOld courthouse where the Building La Rotonde, or relax and enjoy a theater scene in the grounds Daniel Sorano. Plus, hundreds of festivals, concerts and budget events take place in downtown's award-winning parks and public spaces throughout the year.
What to do in Dakar Plateau?
Let's do some sightseeing; let's visit Dakar Plateau!
We start with the Cathedral of Dakar on rue de la République:
Située sur la rue de la République, cette cathédrale imposante mêle architecture moderne et symbolisme africain. Elle est un témoignage de la diversité religieuse du Sénégal.
We leave the Cathedral to go to the presidential palaces on the Boulevard de la République.
The Presidential Palace
Sur le Boulevard de la République, ce palais est le siège de la présidence sénégalaise. Bien que fermé au public, son architecture impressionnante vaut le détour.
The other place we are going to visit is the Museum of Black Civilizations which contains very interesting historical information:
Ce musée moderne offre une plongée dans l’histoire et la culture africaines. Ses expositions interactives et sa collection d’art contemporain en font un incontournable.
Here is a video illustration of the Museum:
- For more pictures visit the google photo galleries
Shopping
HAS Dakar Plateau vous aurez le choix pour faire du shopping au marché sandaga, au centre commercial touba sandaga, au Sea plaza et plein d’autres lieux que vous pouvez voir sur la carte
The Daniel Sorano National Theater
The Daniel Sorano National Theater is a theater located on Boulevard de la République. This theater was inaugurated 5 years after the independence of Senegal by President Leopold Sédar Senghor. It bears the name of the Franco-Senegalese actor Daniel Sorano. This room can accommodate more than 1000 people and it presents ballet and other theater scenes.
During your stay in Dakar you can go to the pier to visit the Gorée Island.
À six minutes du Théâtre Daniel Sorano, cet embarcadère est le point de départ pour visiter l’île de Gorée, site classé au patrimoine mondial de l’UNESCO.
The Pier of Gorée
What are the best downtown hotels?
L'hotel-fleur-de-lys au plateau is on the Felix Faure road and a short walk of Bookstore at the 4 winds and the Café de Rome restaurant. Designed around the theme of nostalgia, this 12-story hotel includes a pool bar at the 6th floor, uninvited guests can also swim there for a price of 5,000 CFA francs. The rooms are carpeted and are equipped with a small work table, mini-bar and safes. which can be useful for a business traveler. The hotel and restaurant staff are very welcoming, you will find a piano bar and much more.
Price around 100 Euro per night
L'Hotel Savana Garden is located opposite the eastern corniche of Dakar and a few steps from the Clinique du Cap Manuel and the Dakar bus stop request Dikk, this hotel provides easy access to the best the city has to offer while capturing the energy and culture of Senegalese. Featuring two restaurants, a swimming pool, and well-appointed guest rooms and luxury suites and event space, the hotel's Dakar hospitality sets the tone in this intimate meeting place where personalized service creates epic memories for each customer.
The Pullman Hotel sits with a sleek and bold design, the Pullman de Dakar places the city at the forefront of the country's high-profile leisure and meeting destinations; catalyze the awakening of the urban district of Dakar and attract travelers looking for a unique experience. It has two swimming pools, one of which has an infinity edge the, the sea and a special events pavilion. The Pullman also has a full fitness spa center, sports bar, restaurant, and a total of 247 rooms and a total of 26 suites.
The hotel Novotel Dakar est situé au cœur des quartiers des affaires et des divertissements, cet hôtel contemporain du centre-ville de Dakar est le point de départ idéal pour explorer la ville. Promenez-vous sur la plage ou au Musée Théodore Monod, assistez à un spectacle dans le Grand théâtre National de Dakar ou promenez-vous sur la place de l’indépendance. The 241 contemporary rooms of the Novotel are equipped with the signature Novotel. Work out in the fully equipped fitness room or simply relax by the pool. Enjoy upscale evening meals and start your day with a fresh pastry and coffee at defeined.
Places to know during your stay in Dakar-Plateau
Dakar comes to life after dark! From cocktails to Almadies to live music at Dakar-Plateau, find your favorite spot in Dakar. Start in the heart of downtown at Casino Du Port, a stylish bar with reel machines, video poker and slot machines. From there, hop onto the Avenue de la Liberation corniche for a cheap and easy ride to the City Center where the liveliness of the Victor Hugo route hotspots will set the stage for a thrilling evening. Enter the Dakar spirit in the King's Club on 32 rue Victor Hugo.
If live music is more your scene, don't miss the opportunity to experience a band or artist performance. Meet at Pullman Dakar Teranga on 10 rue Colbert, Place de l'Indépendance or at viking on 21, Avenue George Pompidou, Dakar. The intimate and ideal places to see an artist up close and the balcony lounge also offers a comfortable way to experience the show. Also discover the Play club on rue Jules Ferry for an evening, these places illustrating the musical history of the city Dakaroise and feature local and national artists weekly.
