Marche Sandaga (Sandaga Market), Dakar (must see)
Marche Sandaga is the largest market in Dakar. It occupies a three-story building, its vendors selling everything from fruits and vegetables to fabrics and electronics. You will also have the opportunity to buy a variety of handicrafts and souvenirs. Outside the market, the avenue Emil Badiane is also filled with vendors, selling anything that will acquaint you with Senegal's culture and traditions.
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Marche Sandaga (Sandaga Market) on Map
Sight Name: Marche Sandaga (Sandaga Market)
Sight Location: Dakar, Senegal (See walking tours in Dakar)
Sight Type: Shopping
Guide(s) Containing This Sight:
Sight Location: Dakar, Senegal (See walking tours in Dakar)
Sight Type: Shopping
Guide(s) Containing This Sight:
Walking Tours in Dakar, Senegal
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Dakar Introduction Walking Tour II
The city of Dakar, capital of Senegal, is a home to many notable sights, most of which are clustered in the Downtown area, including religious sites, such as the Grand Mosque with its towering minaret; a number of museums, including Dakar's largest Musée Théodore Monod displaying cultural artifacts illustrating diversity of Senegalese traditions and history; and more. On this walking tour... view more
Tour Duration: 2 Hour(s)
Travel Distance: 4.0 Km or 2.5 Miles
Tour Duration: 2 Hour(s)
Travel Distance: 4.0 Km or 2.5 Miles
Dakar Introduction Walking Tour I
The city of Dakar, capital of Senegal, is a home to many notable sights, most of which are clustered in the Downtown area, including government buildings, art galleries, historic squares and a railway station. On this walking tour you have a chance to explore some of the top attractions of Downtown Dakar.
Tour Duration: 1 Hour(s)
Travel Distance: 1.9 Km or 1.2 Miles
Tour Duration: 1 Hour(s)
Travel Distance: 1.9 Km or 1.2 Miles