Timeline
16:59
Start your evening at the IFAN Museum of African Arts. With two hours before sunset, you have plenty of time to wander the galleries and absorb the history of West African art in a quiet, cool environment.
18:29
Walk six minutes to Café de Rome for a pre-sunset drink or early bite. This spot offers authentic French cuisine and a reliable place to wait out the final minutes before the sun dips below the horizon.
18:59
Return to the IFAN Museum grounds or nearby terrace to watch the sunset. The sun sets toward the WSW, casting a golden glow over the museum's collection and the city skyline.
19:44
Head to Hotel Restaurant Farid for dinner. A fifteen-minute walk leads you to this Lebanese restaurant where you can enjoy a gigantic Arrak aperitif followed by a spread of 20 Mezze plates to celebrate the evening.
Local tip
Check if Hotel Restaurant Farid requires a reservation for a large group, as their menu features a specific 20 Mezze order.
Check before you go
- The IFAN Museum is open Tu-Su 09:00-17:00. Arriving two hours before sunset means you may need to check if evening access is permitted or if the museum closes earlier than the sunset time. If the museum is closed, start with the walk to Café de Rome instead.
Built from places in the Wikivoyage guide to Dakar (CC BY-SA 4.0), with open map data from OpenStreetMap contributors (ODbL).