Senegambia Craft Market Travel Guide: Top Sights in Gambia, Tours &

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Senegambia Craft Market- Travel Tips What to See, How to Plan & Tours: Modern Urban; Gambia; 5 Reviews

Suggested Duration: 2 hours

The Senegambia Craft Market, established in the early 1980s, is a bustling hub of local artisans in The Gambia, featuring more than 60 stalls showcasing handmade goods from locally sourced materials. Situated near street food vendors, the market is a lively space where families—artisans, parents, and children—create and sell traditional African crafts, textiles, and carvings. Visitors experience a relaxed atmosphere where craftsmanship and community intertwine, offering insight into daily life and creative traditions. The market remains a key destination for those seeking authentic Gambian souvenirs.

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Reviews of Senegambia Craft Market

Xaya SH Fortes

5
Reviewed: 2025-03-23

Had a great time here next time I'll bring my kids so tropical and a lot of animals incl. Monkeys Staff is great very helpful I am glad I had to spend it here
Our adventures Around

5
Reviewed: 2025-03-23

Well worth a visit, these guys work hard for what they are selling! Everything is made on site and hard working people making a fair days wage. Better prices here than off the street sellers.
Heberto Limas-Villers

5
Reviewed: 2025-01-29

Very small but very nice market. People ask you to go and see their stall, however, they to harass you if you decline politely. It was music to my ears in a country where people start “befriending you” from the moment you step out of your car or hotel. Having people try to sell their [services, crafts,etc] is very valid. But I really get annoyed when people still insist after you have told them “no, thank you” 3 or more times. This is the biggest problem in The Gambia. So when you come here and you can walk at your leisure, it was amazing!! It goes without saying that the few souvenirs that I bought, I got them here!!
Vivene Watson

4
Reviewed: 2025-01-01

This is my first time in Gambia. I kept an open mind as I knew it would be a different kind of holiday to what I am used to. I had a blast visiting the crocodiles 🐊 and getting a chance to stroke one. I visited the monkeys, which was fun feeding them nuts and bananas 🍌 and watching their antics. The food was great with a lot of variety and also reasonable prices. I will be visiting again as I did not get to see the Lions, amongst other things. For me, I felt safe walking day and late evening. There are plenty of bars and clubs, restaurants etc. The weather was great too. This is a country that is still developing in areas. So give it a visit, preferably not in the rainy season.
richard fleckney

4
Reviewed: 2024-12-26

Some half decent stuff. Some half decent Knick Knacks Some half decent happy people! 🤠