Bars & Nightlife

Dakar boasts some of the best, liveliest, and most varied nightlife in West Africa. Bars provide cool and refreshing drinks, while nightclubs keep the crowds dancing till the morning. The selection of musical and cultural events is staggering, with concerts, movies, and performances always available throughout the city.

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Phare des Mamelles

Phare des Mamelles is a restaurant and bar in front of Les Mamelles Lighthouse, an important and scenic spot in the outskirts of Dakar. Every weekend, visitors can dance under the stars to live music and DJ …

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Bayékou

Bayékou has a roof terrace with a stunning view over the Atlantic and Ngor Island. This is the place to go for a happy hour or after dinner drinks. They offer standard cocktails and long drinks as well as lighter options like wine, beer, soft drinks and mocktails. In addition to being a bar …

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Le Thiossane

Mbalax, the fusion of jazz, soul, and rock with traditional drumming and dancing, is the musical life force of Senegal. And there is no better place to enjoy it than Le Thiossane, owned by Youssou N'Dour, one of the country's best and most beloved …

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Institut Français du Sénégal

This wonderful art centre is one of the city's most important arenas for culture and art. The facilities are impressive, housing exhibition rooms, a small cinema, workshops, a cafe and a shop, as well as an open-air stage. It is a great place to catch a performance of traditional music and …

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Théâtre Daniel Sorano

The Théâtre Daniel Sorano, the national theatre of Senegal, is a hub of music and culture in the country. It hosts performances of the Instrumental Ensemble, the National Ballet of Senegal and the National Theatre of Senegal. Therefore, here you can always enjoy a world-class …

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Le Patio

Locals come to Le Patio to enjoy the fine dining, sip tasty cocktails, and socialise. This is a classy place, as made evident by the lighting, decor, cuisine, and prices. At night, it turns into a lively nightclub where partygoers dance until early …

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