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Discover Banjul

Capital of The Gambia, Banjul is located on an island on the borders of the Gambia River and the Atlantic Ocean. Arch 22 and its columns mark the entrance to the city which houses a national museum that traces Gambian history and culture. South of Banjul, lagoons and mangroves are the delight of fishermen and water sports enthusiasts.

Restaurant

Be sure to try these most popular delicious meals in Banjul: benachin (vegetable dish with beef or chicken), yassa chicken (marinated with spices), rice, meat or fish seasoned with tomato and peanut butter, chili soup, chakery (accompaniment for vanilla and pineapple semolina); what marvels!

The 5 Best Recommended Restaurants in Banjul

Ali Baba
Ngala Lodge
Butsher's Shop
The Clay Oven
Ningki Nangka

Top Attractions 

KIANG Park

Kiang West Park offers tourists the opportunity to admire many plant species such as ficus, baobabs, ceibas but also different types of animals: African otter, bushbuck, marsh mongoose, etc.

ALBERT MARKET

Strolling through the alleys of the Albert Market, you are immersed in an authentic atmosphere, full of colors and scents.

Banjual to Barra Ferry

To access the Gambian capital, Banjul, in the north, you have to take a ferry that crosses the mouth of the Gambia River to the city of Barra.  During the ride you can see types of vehicles, animals, and travelers who come from the big city to sell their products. It is an unforgettable experience to travel and observe the different canoes carrying all types of materials.

 Cinema

Alliance Francaise de Banjul

Transport

There are no domestic airlines (the country is small) and no railways either.

Taxi and bush taxis

At the level of the great Banjul to circulate, prefer taxis. These are shared taxis that are used for short distances.

Yellow taxis 

with the yellow taxis (Peugeot 504) the fare is the same for all as long as they do not modify their route. They circulate on the main roads Surrenkunda- Kairaba Avenue- Bakau

Green taxis

These are prohibitively priced taxis and they most often have pre-set fares that are difficult to bring down.

Car

It is possible to rent a car. an international permit will be required.