Maison des Esclaves

The House of Slaves is a museum and memorial to the Atlantic slave trade on Gorée Island. The visit calls for time, respect and historical context to understand its spaces, narratives and debates.

Things to see and do

• See the courtyard and its emblematic staircase
• Visit the cells and read the historical explanations
• See the Door of No Return as part of the memorial route
• Take time for the historical interpretation before continuing around Gorée

Good to know

Be respectful: this is a memorial site. Allow for the ferry crossing and check its timetable on the day of travel.