What to do and see in Dakar, Dakar Region: The Best Gift & Specialty Shops

February 28, 2022 Sheron Bogner

At the westernmost point of the African continent, Dakar stands as a multicultural, diverse city full of vibrant arts and traditions. Residents from various ethnic groups present assorted crafts, foods, jewelry, fabrics and wood and metal goods at bustling markets such as Marche Sandaga or Marche HLM. The city is home to museums and mosques, cliff walks and beaches, and makes a convenient jumping point for excursions to any of Senegal's national parks and nature reserves.
Restaurants in Dakar

1. Sea Plaza

Route de la Corniche Ouest, Dakar Senegal +221 33 869 33 33 http://www.seaplazadakar.com/fr/
Excellent
14%
Good
38%
Satisfactory
34%
Poor
12%
Terrible
2%
Overall Ratings

3.5 based on 58 reviews

Sea Plaza

2. Marche Kermel

Rue de Essarts, Dakar Senegal
Excellent
9%
Good
50%
Satisfactory
41%
Poor
0%
Terrible
0%
Overall Ratings

3.5 based on 22 reviews

Marche Kermel

3. Sandaga Market

Dakar Senegal
Excellent
7%
Good
14%
Satisfactory
57%
Poor
21%
Terrible
1%
Overall Ratings

3.0 based on 14 reviews

Sandaga Market

Reviewed By Eusabia3 - New York City, United States

This market has EVERYTHING you could every want to purchase in Senegal: basic t-shirts, batiks, clothing, tailors making clothes on site, one of a kind items that you didn't even know you wanted! The prices are right and you can always negotiate. The Senegalese think tourists who don't bargain are crazy. Please understand, this place is packed to the rafters with merchants and merchandise. PACKED! It's like no place you've ever seen and can be overwhelming if you don't go in prepared: 1. Wear comfortable clothing and footwear. 2. Do not take a large bag, backpack, or purse because space is limited and it'll be in the way. 3. People will call after you, and may even follow you, to encourage a visit to their stall. These are true merchants and merchants "hawk" their wares. 4. If possible, go with a local who can negotiate for you. 5. Have your calculator so you can convert the currency. Even if you can't communicate, everyone can read the numbers on the screen. 6. Never pay the asking price, always negotiate. Always! 7. Take your time. There are hundreds of stalls and merchants here. Many have similar merchandise, but all have unique items. Venture to the upper floors where it's a little less (very little) chaotic. 8. Go with smaller bills: $500, $1000 and $2000 CFA. 9. Do not shop at the stalls that sell imported, inferior goods from China. These stalls are generally selling non-traditional items that you can already get from your local dollar store, and are easily identifiable. NOTE: these stalls have also knocked off traditional African fabric. The quality is inferior, in some instances it will even be stamped made in China. Beware! 10. Go with an open mind and patience because this place is not like your local mall. Know before you go!

4. Kids around Senegal

13 Rue Abdou Karim Bourgi, Dakar Senegal +221 33 842 20 00 [email protected] https://www.facebook.com/kidsaroundsenegal/
Excellent
0%
Good
0%
Satisfactory
0%
Poor
0%
Terrible
100%
Overall Ratings

1.0 based on 1 reviews

Kids around Senegal

5. Galerie KMG

284 Rue OKM Villa 231, Dakar Senegal +221 77 919 20 02 [email protected] https://www.facebook.com/KmgGalerieDakar/
Galerie KMG

25 Creators galery in Ouakam, Dakar Now, in the middle of Ouakam, you can find more and more creations as jewels, clothes, fashion, children space, healthy products and cosmetics, 100% hand made, 100% african. In this clear and large space, all is done to help you to find the good gift, in total freedom and cool ambience!

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