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Need a toilet in Dakar?

Find a toilet in Dakar and know what to expect: signs to look for, how to ask and tips on fees and access.

Country
Senegal
Local time zone
Africa/Dakar
Local currency
XOF

What the door says in Senegal

  • Toilettes
  • WC

Local practice in Senegal

  • At a restaurant, a purchase is generally expected if you use the toilet. Ask about access first.
  • Small shopping centres may have attended toilets. Ask the attendant about any charge and the facilities available.

These notes describe general local practice. Fees, hours and entry rules vary by venue; check the listing and any signs when you arrive.

How to ask

French

Français

  • FR
  • BE
  • CH
  • CA

Excusez-moi, où sont les toilettes ?

Pronunciation
ex-koo-zay MWAH, oo son lay twa-LET
Signs to look for
Toilettes · WC · Sanisette

Always plural. Asking for "la toilette" sounds like you want to freshen up.

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Find nearby toilets on the map. Check available opening hours, fees and access details, then choose a stop that works for you.

46 toilet listings in Dakar

  • 7 free to use
  • 7 confirmed step-free

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Questions about Phoo

Do public toilets in Dakar cost money?

At a restaurant, a purchase is generally expected if you use the toilet. Ask about access first. These notes describe general local practice. Fees, hours and entry rules vary by venue; check the listing and any signs when you arrive.

How do you ask where the toilet is in Dakar?

Excusez-moi, où sont les toilettes ? — ex-koo-zay MWAH, oo son lay twa-LET. On the door: Toilettes · WC · Sanisette.

Does Phoo work in Dakar?

Find a toilet in Dakar and know what to expect: signs to look for, how to ask and tips on fees and access.

How many toilets does Phoo list in Dakar?

Phoo currently lists 46 toilets in Dakar. 7 are free to use. 7 are confirmed step-free.

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