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The Top 20 Attractions in Senegal

There are plenty of places to see and visit in Senegal. Whether you love hiking or cycling, Senegal is a region where 20

hidden gems are waiting to be explored and visited. Check the top places to visit in the region and plan your next adventure today.

Last updated: November 6, 2025

Gorée Island

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The island of Gorée is of volcanic origin and served during the 15th to 17th century the shipment of about 20 million African slaves. Preserved is the former slave house …

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African Renaissance Monument

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The Monument de la Rennaissance africaine in Dakar is the highest statue on the African continent with a height of 49 meters. The bronze statue is located on one of …

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Fadiouth Shell Island and Wooden Bridge

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The twin town of Joal-Fadiouth is located in the Thiès region about 110 km southeast of Dakar on the Petite Côte Senegals. Fadiouth is located on one of three islands …

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House of Slaves, Gorée Island

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The Maison des Esclaves is a memorial to the cruel slave trade on Gorée Island. In the slave house built in 1784, the painful story is conveyed in the form …

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Basilica of Our Lady of Deliverance of Popenguine

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The Basilica of Our Lady of Salvation is a Roman Catholic pilgrimage church in Popenguine, which is the destination of thousands of foot-pilgrims from the entire archbishopric of Dakar on …

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Ziguinchor

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Ziguinchor is the largest city of the homonymous Ziguinchor region in Casamance, the southern part of Senegal, and has over 200,000 inhabitants. It is the commercial center of the Casamance …

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Lac Rose (Lake Retba) Salt Harvesting Area

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About 35 km northeast of the capital Dakar is surrounded by rainforest and dunes the lake Lac Retba. Because of its unique phenomenon, namely the always pink surface, it is …

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Bandia Wildlife Reserve

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The nature reserve Bandia is located about 65 km south of the capital Dakar at Mbour in the North Senegal. The visit of the park is worthwhile for every nature …

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Abbey of Keur Moussa

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In 1961, the French abbey of Solesmes founded the monastery of Keur Moussa, some 50 km from Dakar. The monastery, inhabited by Benedictine monks, is known for its Sunday masses, …

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Oussouye Village

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Oussouye is located about 40 km from the city of Ziguinchor, the largest city in the Ziguinchor region and located in the south of Senegal, in the so-called Casamance between …

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