Stone Town Architecture Tour: Explore ancient houses, museums, and markets
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Zanzibar
Embark on a captivating Stone Town Architecture Tour and discover the rich history and stunning architecture of this UNESCO World Heritage site. Explore ancient houses, museums, markets, and iconic landmarks like the Old Slave Market and House of Wonders.
Duration: 1 hour
Cancellation: 1 day learn more
Highlights
  • People’s Palace Museum - Our guide will pick you up at the airport or hotel and accompany you to discover the old fort
What's Included
  • Bottled water
  • In-vehicle air conditioning
  • Parking fees
What's Not Included
  • Tip
  • Alcoholic Beverages
Additional Information

The tour starts on the main City market, which was opened in 1904, you will then get a comprehensive view of the Stone Town architecture, its sand and stone ancient built houses, some of them have Arab/Indian with carved doors with brass studs, carved balconies you will also get the chance to see the old post office and Freddy Mercury house. Our next stop will be at the Anglican Cathedral of Christ, on the site of the Old Slave Market. From here we continue our tour to Sultans Palace Museum, House of wonders (Beit-el-ajaib) , next to this you can also see the Old Arab Fort. The Old Stone Town is a World Heritage declared by UNESCO in more than a decade now.

Sites visited, Main City market of Darajani, Anglican Church, Slave Market, Hindu Tample, Hamamni Baths, Palace Museum, House of Wonders, Old Arab Fort, Forodhani Garden, Spices Shops and Souveniers.

Location
Stone Town
Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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Janywar
Jan 22, 2023
Family friendly experience - A very professional and friendly driver picked us up from the hotel; first we toured a spice farm, then drove to Stone Town. The tour guide was lovely and patient. My family had a lovely experience.
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Nijielvis
Feb 19, 2022
Amazing tour operators - I went on for my valentine's day celebration, The Suncoast Zanzibar Tours assisted, me to arrange tours - stone town walking tour, prison island, and Nakupenda island. I thoroughly enjoyed the whole 3-day trip, They assisted me in picking us up from the airport to the hotel, tours, and back to the airport. The best thing about the tours is they have good vehicles and time punctuality. Also, they are ready to tailor their service like change in dates and time if you have any last-minute change. The cherry on top of the experience is the staff they are very friendly and always welcoming.
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