Timeline
14:00
Begin at the Institut Français. Pick up the monthly program brochure to see what concerts, films, or art exhibitions are coming up. It is one of the best places to get your bearings and plan the rest of your stay.
14:15
Atelier D'art les Beaux Textiles des peuples du Sénégal Traditions et Créations
Walk seven minutes SSW to Atelier D'art les Beaux Textiles des peuples du Sénégal Traditions et Créations. Browse the public art and textiles here for a quick dose of local creativity before heading toward the river.
14:25
Head to Gelato Saint-Louis for a snack. As the original patisserie of Saint-Louis, it is the perfect spot to cool down with a chocolate ice cream or a slice of cake. The shop is open daily from 11:00 to 00:00, so it will be open when you arrive.
14:40
Walk 14 minutes SSW to the Port de pêche. This viewpoint offers a clear look at the fishing port and the daily rhythm of the river. It is a quiet place to watch the boats and the water.
Local tip
The Institut Français opens at 08:30 on weekdays and Saturdays, but the afternoon is a calm time to browse without the morning rush. Gelato Saint-Louis is located right in front of the Hôtel Rogniat Nord, across from Place Faidherbe, making it an easy stop after your walk from the art studio.
Check before you go
- Gelato Saint-Louis is open Mo-Su 11:00-00:00.
- Institut Français is open Mo-Fr 08:30-12:30, 15:00-18:00 and Sa 08:30-16:00.
Built from places in the Wikivoyage guide to Saint-Louis (CC BY-SA 4.0), with open map data from OpenStreetMap contributors (ODbL).