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Nungwi tours

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Prison IslandAttraction in Zanzibar, Tanzania

The Rock Restaurant, PingweAttraction in Pingwe, Tanzania

Mnemba IslandAttraction in Mangapwani, Tanzania

Jozani Chwaka Bay National ParkAttraction in Zanzibar, Tanzania

Kuza CaveAttraction in Jambiani, Tanzania

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Snorkeling

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Markets, bazaars, & souks

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Swimming with turtles

Dolphin & whale watching

Swim with dolphins

Private cruises

Private car tours

Dhow cruises

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Zanzibar: Stone Town Tour with Slave market Ticket

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Sweetkona Tours and Safaris Limited
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Zanzibar: Stone Town Tour with Slave market Ticket
Top rated
4.7 out of 5 stars
4.7
133 reviews

Explore the Stone Town of Zanzibar, East Africa ancient Town discover it unique culture, Slave Trade history, Astonishing architectural designs, Shopping and Incredible of Stone Town narrow street.

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Duration 3 hours
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German, English, French, Italian, Spanish, Arabic, Polish, Portuguese, Chinese
Pickup included
Free pick-up services from any area in Stone Town but customer can make request pick-up services area outside Stone Town.
Wheelchair accessible
Private group

Highlighted reviews from other travelers

5
5 out of 5 stars
J
Jorrit – Netherlands

my guide Mao showed me all around town with a lot of personal attention. Always smiling, laughing and enjoying. I loved the tour!

5
5 out of 5 stars
F
Frans – South Africa

Khamees was excellent. A history teacher could not do better! Funny, friendly and so helpfull. Enjoyed every moment of the tour! Thank you very much. I would reccomend this 100%

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Itinerary

  • Pickup location:

    Stone Town

  • Stone Town

    Visit, Guided tour, Shopping, Sightseeing, Walk (3 hours)

  • Arrive back at:

    Stone Town

Main stop

For reference only. Itineraries are subject to change.

Highlights

  • Explore the Dark history of the East Africa Trade
  • Wonder in the narrow street of the Stone Town and experience it unique design
  • Learn East Africa History and discover the history of Swahili culture

Full description

Stone Town tour or City Tour takes you around the capital city of Zanzibar islands to experiences the uniqueness of cosmopolitans “Swahili cultural” which embodied with Arabia, Indian, European, and Portuguese influences, Stone Town it elaborated with fine historical buildings, outstanding curved Zanzibar doors, lavish balcony and the world craziest narrow street. The Stone Town of Zanzibar was declared as a world Heritage site by UNESCO in 2000.

As the foot of David Livingstone your foot also will get chance to prints through The island by exploring the House of wonders, Freddie Mercury’s museum, Sultan Palace, former Slaves Market, French catholic cathedral (Notre Dom of Zanzibar), Forodhani garden, Old Portuguese fort, Anglican Cathedral, Tip Tip house’s, city market since 1904 and many more.

During a Stone Town tour we shall start at old slave market (current Anglican Church) where we will get chance to trace the history East Africa slave trade and discover the mark of world famous explorer Dr. David Livingstone and others missionaries.

Then to our breathtaking fruits, vegetables, fish, meats and spices market (Darajani Market) where you will get a chance to shop, test, photograph and look at fresh day catches from the Indian Ocean and many fruits, spices and vegetables from local Zanzibaris horticulture producers.

Then we dispatch to the narrow street of Stone Town up to Zanzibar Coffee House where you will take a nap and enjoy aromatic coffee of your choice.
Tour will proceed up Sultan palace where you will get a chance to capture the History of the sultan dynasty of Zanzibar and explore the ambience inside the majestic Sultan Palace.

The Forodhani garden is a famous evening resort where locals sell palatable sea foods, sugarcane juices, BBQ, Zanzibar pizza and a lot more.

The next stop is the House of Wonders (Bait el-Ajab) , the tallest building in East Africa, a ceremonial palace with a lot of mysterious stories inside.

Leave nothing but your footprints up to Old fort (Old Arabic Fort) this fast erected feature in Stone Town, battle arena, famous primitive railway station etc.

Tour will take further walking up to the homes of lead singer, song writer, front man and guitarist of the Rock Band Queen Freddie Mercury where you will get a chance to hear his history and take photos near Freddie born house.

Finally we will visit the French catholic cathedral (Notre Dame of Zanzibar) well sculptured church inside the heart of Stone Town with a lot of stories to tell.

Also tour will continue by wandering around to the narrows street of Stone Town exploring Zanzibar door visit many souvenir shops, boutique and return back to your pick up station where driver wait for you or Hotel.

Includes

  • Entry/Admission ticket Former East Africa Salve market
  • Guiding services
  • Bottles of water
  • Entry/Admission Freddie Mercury Museum approx. $8 per person
  • Things of personal Nature
  • Transfer from/back to Hotel ( can be offer in request)

Not suitable for

  • People with back problems

Important information

Not allowed

  • Weapons or sharp objects
  • Alcohol and drugs
  • Littering
  • Firework
  • Explosive substances
  • Touching the exhibits
  • Making fire
  • Nudity

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4.7 /5
4.7 out of 5 stars

based on 133 reviews

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    4.8/5
  • Value for money
    4.6/5

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Jorrit – NetherlandsMay 30, 2025 – Verified booking
my guide Mao showed me all around town with a lot of personal attention. Always smiling, laughing and enjoying. I loved the tour!
5
5 out of 5 stars
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Frans – South AfricaApril 25, 2025 – Verified booking
Khamees was excellent. A history teacher could not do better! Funny, friendly and so helpfull. Enjoyed every moment of the tour! Thank you very much. I would reccomend this 100%
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5 out of 5 stars
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Sara – United StatesApril 7, 2025 – Verified booking
Mau was an excellent guide. He not only shared his knowledge of Stone Town, but went beyond to answer all of my questions about the rich history of Zanzibar.

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Activity provider:
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