This restored house, which processed slaves in the 18th and early 19th centuries, merits a visit to understand the role of slavery in this part of Africa. The house is a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Although claims for great numbers of slaves having passed through this house are controversial (this area was much less important in the slave trade than... More

English-speaking tour guide gave a good history of the slave trade that existed all over Africa for hundreds of years. The island itself also has some of the most beautiful bougainvillae anywhere. More

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The place has its history. If you don't have a guide along with you to explain everything about all the rooms make sure you read up well about it. There's alot to absorb here. More

It is a very moving setting. I recommend that you watch the movie "Little Senegal" sometime, to complement your visit. More

A tour of Goree island is a great half-day outing, if one can say that, given its theme. Be sure to look at the ferry schedule in advance, because while it departs mainly on the hour, there are some hours it skips, i.e., 2 hours until the next ferry. I left on an 11am ferry and returned on the 2pm... More

A day wondering around the island is magnificent with the wonderful sights, sounds and smells. However, I was again disappointed by the lack of interesting displays and activities in the museum part of the Slave House. The print on the information panels is small and difficult to read, and the displays just looked shabby and unprofessional. As Senegal's number one... More

They did a good job at renovating the building, but could have made a bit more out of the content, as it is such an important place. To pay respect to history as visit is recommended. More

realistic view of slaves travels managles jails desolation and squalor. would be better if the captions were multilingual. lovely Island More