Time difference Senegal

Senegal is located on the Greenwich meridian, so it is on GMT. In winter time (from November to March), when it is noon in Senegal, it is 1pm in France. In summer time (from April to October), when it is noon in Senegal, it is 2pm in France.

Opening hours Senegal

To see / To do Senegal

Museums generally open from 9am to 1pm and from 3pm to 7pm and close on Sundays and Mondays, as well as on public holidays. In Dakar, Mbour or Saint-Louis, one can appreciate the colourful return of fishermen to the beaches around 5 pm. As for the traditional markets, they generally come alive in the morning or at the end of the day.

Enjoying yourself Senegal

Restaurants are usually open from 12:00 to 3:00 and from 7:00 to 11:00pm. Some, especially in large cities, serve non-stop. In tourist areas, many establishments are open every day, others close on Sunday or Monday.

Take a break Senegal

Bars and cafés are generally open all day from 8 or 9 am until 10 pm or even 1-2 am. At cocktail time, some establishments offer happy hours. In the big cities, such as Dakar, Saly and Saint-Louis, many bars organize concerts by local bands.

(To) please yourself Senegal

Concept-stores, galleries and various shops are generally open every day from 9am to 7pm. Some close at lunchtime, others allow themselves one or two days off, generally on Sunday and/or Monday. However, on Friday afternoons, many shops are closed. As well as during Ramadan, many reduce and adapt their hours.

Get out Senegal

In the big cities, clubs and discos open from 10 pm to 9 pm, and this until the early hours of the morning!