St Louis Travel Guide
Senegal
St Louis is a city of about 176,000 people in northern Senegal, close to the Senegal River and the Atlantic coast. It is served by St. Louis Airport (XLS), making air travel the most direct option for visitors arriving locally.
There are no notable named beaches within 40 kilometres of the city. For a beach-focused trip, check distances carefully and plan to travel beyond the immediate area rather than expecting a choice of nearby beaches.
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Weather in St Louis
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Pays in XOF
Plug type Type C & Type D & Type E & Type K (UK adapter needed)
Emergency 17
Dial code +221
Tipping: Tipping is not obligatory in Senegal, but it is appreciated for good service, especially in tourist areas. A small tip can go a long way.
Best time to visit St Louis
Jan
32°1Feb
32°0Mar
31°0Apr
32°0May
32°0Jun
30°0Jul
30°3Aug
31°10Sep
31°8Oct
34°2Nov
35°0Dec
31°1Average daily maximums with rainy days per month, from the last three years of weather history.
Things to do in St Louis
Galerie du fleuve
art gallery
5 km
Eglise Notre Dame de Lourdes
christian place of worship
4.4 km
Mama Sadio
theatre venue
4.5 km
Institut Jean Mermoz
arts and entertainment
5 km
Getting there
St. Louis Airport · 0 km
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