Private Half Day Dakar City Tour Layover tour

For those short on time, a 4-hour visit to the highlights of Dakar is a wonderful option. Maximize your precious time here with a private tour built around the things you would like to see most. Using a private vehicle with an air-conditioning system to travel quickly from one destination to the next, you will be able to navigate the city with a knowledgeable guide by the end of this 4-hour tour. There is not a famous place that will be missed. You will have plenty of photo opportunities. I am sure that with the right insight and guidance, you will leave Dakar wanting more and wanting more people to visit us and learn more about our great city and everything we do. My reviews show guests are always happy with my services. As a long time resident and experienced and licensed guide, I want your tour to be as memorable as possible.

Itinerary

1. A wonderful example of colonial architecture built in 1885
2. The central heart of downtown Dakar. The architectural legacy of French colonization is impressive (10 min)
3. A historic building that served as the residence of the Governor-General of French West Africa. A red-uniformed presidential guard is posted at the entrance.
4. The architecture seems to be a fusion between African and European styles. (20 min)
5. A wonderful example of Islamic architecture built in 1964 One of the few mosques in Dakar open to non-Moslems for a visit. (15 min)
6. The oldest and one of the most prestigious universities in West Africa. (20 min)
7. A lovely piece of Islamic architecture built with a wonderful water background. (10 min)
8. The tallest Statue in Africa, even taller than the Statue of Liberty. There is the Statue of Liberty like a viewing platform. (30 min)
9. The largest arts and crafts market if you are looking for something light, inexpensive, and easy to carry. (30 min)