Dakar

Marché Sandaga in the city centre is the largest market in Dakar. Both locals and tourists come here to buy anything they need from clothes and shoes to local products and souvenirs. Soak up the vibrant atmosphere of the market and be ready to bargain before you purchase.

Marché Soumbédioune is a prime destination for souvenir hunters, nestled in the Médina area. This market is a treasure trove of local craftsmanship, offering a variety of items such as wooden masks, jewellery, clothing, leather goods, pottery and paintings. Its seaside location means you'll also find fishermen selling their fresh catch, which can be grilled to perfection at one of the market's numerous grilling stations.

Vibrant and colourful fabrics line the maze of stalls that compose the Marché HLM, the best market in town to buy traditional African textiles. High-quality prints, embroidery, silk and more are available at very decent prices, along with all kinds of accessories.

Marché Kermel is a food and souvenir market housed in a beautiful circular building in downtown Dakar. It showcases Senegal's great wealth of fruits, vegetables, grains and meats, as well as the day's freshest catches, all available at very affordable prices. Outside the building you'll find the souvenir stalls selling jewelry, masks, sculptures and more.

Sea Plaza is a modern and sleek shopping centre that gathers everything one might expect: an impressive amount of international clothes shops and major brands, restaurants, a supermarket, pharmacies, and a flashy casino.