Senegal · Culture

8-Hour Black History Tour of Dakar and Gorée Island

8 Hours Round trip from Dakar Easy pace

The historical museum of the North Battery

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The journey

Trip highlights

01 Discover Dakar, the former capital of French West African colonies, and its hidden gems
02 See the African Renaissance Monument and the Museum of Black Civilisations
03 Visit Gorée Island, a key site in the history of the transatlantic slave trade
04 Learn about four centuries of abuse, humiliation, and enslavement of Black people
05 Enjoy lunch on Gorée Island at a sea-view restaurant

Explore Dakar, the former capital of French West Africa, and discover its cultural and architectural landmarks, including the African Renaissance Monument and the Museum of Black Civilisations. Continue to Gorée Island by ferry to engage with a profound chapter in human history, where millions of Black people were enslaved and shipped to the Americas. This tour offers insight into four centuries of abuse, humiliation, and enslavement while also revealing the city's historical heritage and hidden gems.

Continue to Gorée Island by ferry to engage with a profound chapter in human history, where millions of Black people were enslaved and shipped to the Americas.

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At a glance

What this trip includes

Duration 8 Hours

Tour type Shared

Activity level Easy

Accommodation Not included

Transport Included

Wheelchair access No

Cities Dakar, Gorée

Languages English, Spanish

Day by day

The itinerary

Day 01

Dakar Landmarks and Gorée Island History

Discover Dakar, the former capital city of the French West African colonies, and uncover its hidden gems.
See the Monument of the African Renaissance, the Museum of Black Civilisation, and the National Theatre.
Witness the Railroad Station, a newly renovated building dating back to 1885 and part of Senegal's historical heritage.
Explore Independence Square, the Roman Catholic Church, the Divinity Mosque, the Obelisk, and the Senegalese Infantrymen Squares.
Tour Gorée Island, where in the early 15th century, millions of Black people were enslaved and shipped to the Americas.
Have lunch on Gorée Island in a sea-view restaurant.