Tanzania · Culture

3-Hour Stone Town Cultural Tour in Zanzibar with Historic Landmarks

3 Hours Round trip from Stone Town Easy pace

Tippu Tip's House in Stone Town, Zanzibar

The journey

Trip highlights

01 Explore the historical and cultural remnants of Stone Town
02 Visit the century-old Sultan's Palace Museum, House of Wonders, and the Old Fort
03 Enjoy the sunset in Forodhani Park and savour local flavours
04 Discover Zanzibar's magnificent architecture, narrow alleys, and ancient stone-built houses

Experience Stone Town on this 3-hour tour and get acquainted with the rich cultural heritage of the Tanzanian archipelago off the coast of East Africa. Discover the history and life-culture of Zanzibar through its magnificent architecture, narrow alleys, sand, and ancient stone-built houses, some of which are over 200 years old and feature Arab-Indian carved doors.

Enjoy the sunset in Forodhani Park while sipping freshly squeezed sugarcane juice, or enjoy charcoal barbecues and locally made dishes.

From the itinerary

At a glance

What this trip includes

Duration 3 Hours

Tour type Private

Activity level Easy

Accommodation Not included

Transport Included

Wheelchair access Not applicable

City Zanzibar

Languages English, French, German

Day by day

The itinerary

Day 01

Discover Stone Town's Heritage and Coastal Charm

Pick up from your hotel in Stone Town and meet your English-speaking guide.
Uncover the main city market, which opened in 1904, where tropical fruits, vegetables, spices, and fresh fish from the island are sold.
Visit the Anglican Church of Christ, built by Bishop Steers in 1873, on the site where slaves used to be auctioned.
Explore the Sultan's Palace Museum, a palace built in the late 1890s for members of the Sultan's family, and the House of Wonders, built in 1883 as a royal ceremonial function palace.
Enjoy the sunset in Forodhani Park while sipping freshly squeezed sugarcane juice, or enjoy charcoal barbecues and locally made dishes.
Tour the Africa House, formerly the English Club, and the Old Fort, which was built by Arabs to defend the island against the Portuguese.