1-Hour Stone Town Walking Tour in Zanzibar with Historic Landmarks

The journey

Trip highlights

• 01 Walk through the narrow alleyways of Stone Town
• 02 See more than 2,000 limestone buildings in Zanzibar's historic old city
• 03 Visit major landmarks including the Anglican Church, House of Wonders, and the Old Fort
• 04 Discover Zanzibar's blend of African, Arab, Indian, and colonial influences

Stroll through the lanes of Zanzibar's old city and witness the convergence of African, Arab, Indian, and colonial influences. Explore Stone Town, where more than 2,000 limestone buildings reflect the area's rich cosmopolitan heritage. Along the way, visit landmarks such as the Anglican Church, House of Wonders, Africa House, the Old Fort, Old Dispensary, Tip Tip House, and Freddie Mercury House for a deeper insight into the city.

Stroll through the lanes of Zanzibar's old city and witness the convergence of African, Arab, Indian, and colonial influences.

From the itinerary

At a glance

What this trip includes

Duration 1 Hour

Tour type Private

Activity level Easy

Accommodation Not included

Transport Not included

Wheelchair access Not applicable

City Zanzibar

Languages English

Day by day

The itinerary

1

Day 01

Stone Town Heritage Walk

• Choose this exciting tour that takes you through the narrow alleyways of Zanzibar city.

• Make your way to Stone Town, which boasts more than 2,000 buildings, all made of limestone.

• Visit the Anglican Church (former slave market), House of Wonders (national museum), Africa House (former British Club), the Old Fort, Old Dispensary, Tip Tip House, and Freddie Mercury House with your Zanzibar tour guide.

The route

Where you'll travel

The fine print

Trip details

What's Included

• English-speaking Zanzibar tour guide

• Entrance fees

What's Not Included

• Food and drinks

• Tips and gratuities

• Personal expenses

Know before you go

• Stone Town: Experience the cultural crossroads of Stone Town by walking through the streets of the old town, smelling the aromas in the bazaar filled with cafes, and admiring the beautiful 'Doors' of Zanzibar. Stone Town boasts more than 2,000 buildings, all made of limestone, embodying a huge African, Arab, Indian, and colonial influence. Zanzibar, as well as Stone Town, is truly cosmopolitan. The tour will take you to the Anglican Church (former slave market), House of Wonders (national museum), Africa House (former British Club), the Old Fort, Old Dispensary, Tip Tip House, and Freddie Mercury House.

Logistics

Meeting & route

Meeting point

Zanzibar, Tanzania

Tour start

Zanzibar, Tanzania

Tour ends at the same location as the start point.