Ngor, Dakar

Name: Ngor
Address: Dakar, Senegal

#34 among attractions in Dakar

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Ngor is a small island in Senegal, located off the Cape Verde peninsula, just 400 m from the village of Ngor on the tip of Almadies, near Dakar. The island has been discovered since prehistoric times.

Alternative names: Area: 24.71 acres (0.0386 mi²)Coordinates: 14°45'22"N, 17°30'50"W

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Dakar (Ngor)Dakar Senegal

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Ngor – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Nearby attractions include: Stade Léopold Sédar Senghor, Mosque of Divinity, African Renaissance Monument, Les Mamelles Lighthouse.

4.2 miE
Sport venue, Sport, Arenas and stadiums
Stade Léopold Sédar Senghor, Dakar
107 min walk • Stade Léopold Sédar Senghor stands as a prominent sports venue in the bustling city of Dakar, Senegal. Named after the esteemed first president of Senegal, poet and philosopher Léopold Sédar Senghor, the stadium is imbued with symbolic significance and is a hub of...
3.2 miSE
Mosque
Mosque of Divinity, Dakar
82 min walk • Rising gracefully against the coastal skyline of Dakar, Senegal, the Mosque of Divinity is a beacon of spiritual magnificence and architectural wonder. Completed in 1997, this sacred edifice stands as a testament to contemporary Islamic architecture and Senegalese...
2.7 miSE
Africa's tallest statue, made of bronze
African Renaissance Monument, Dakar
68 min walk • Rising majestically over the skyline of Dakar, Senegal, the African Renaissance Monument stands as a towering testament to the enduring spirit and cultural resurgence of the African continent. This colossal bronze statue, inaugurated in 2010, represents not just...
2.4 miS
Lighthouse, Historical place, Vernacular architecture
Les Mamelles Lighthouse, Dakar
61 min walk • Perched atop the rugged cliffs of the Cape Verde Peninsula, Les Mamelles Lighthouse stands as a beacon of maritime guidance in the bustling city of Dakar, Senegal. This sentinel of the sea, with its unmistakable cylindrical shape, has been a navigational aid since it...
5 miSE
14°41'38"N • 17°28'29"W
Sea Plaza Shopping Mall, Dakar
128 min walk • Shopping, Shopping centre
3.2 miE
Area
Yoff, Dakar
83 min walk • Nestled on the northwestern edge of Dakar, Senegal, lies Yoff, a traditional Lebou village that has grown into a vibrant suburb. Yoff is renowned for its expansive beach, a stretch of golden sands that beckons locals and tourists alike to its serene shores.
5.5 miSE
Neighbourhood
Fann, Dakar
141 min walk • Fann is a neighborhood located in the vibrant city of Dakar, the capital of Senegal. Noted for its coastal beauty and urban sophistication, Fann is situated in the northwestern part of the city and is part of the larger Dakar-Plateau arrondissement.
1.5 miSW
Rock, Nature
Deux Mamelles, Dakar
39 min walk • Deux Mamelles, an iconic geological landmark, rises from the coastal city of Dakar, Senegal. This pair of hills, composed of volcanic rock, is a distinctive feature of the city's skyline and offers visitors a unique natural attraction amidst Dakar's urban landscape.
0.7 miSE
Museum
Musée Boribana, Dakar
18 min walk • Nestled in the vibrant city of Dakar, Senegal, the Musée Boribana stands as a beacon of African art and culture. This contemporary art museum, which opened its doors in 1997, is the first private museum dedicated to contemporary art in Senegal.
5.3 miSE
Neighbourhood
Grand Dakar, Dakar
135 min walk • Grand Dakar is a commune d'arrondissement of the city of Dakar, Senegal.
4.8 miSE
Football, Sport venue, Sport
Stade Demba Diop, Dakar
124 min walk • Stade Demba Diop is a multi-use stadium in greater Dakar, Senegal. It is situated on Boulevard Président Habib Bourguiba in Sicap-Liberté, an urban arrondissement of Dakar. Several football clubs use this stadium for their home games.

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How to get to Ngor by public transport?

The nearest stations to Ngor:

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Garage de Ngor (13 min walk)