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Walking Tour in Historic Stone Town in Zanzibar
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Walking Tour in Historic Stone Town in Zanzibar

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Run by a local guide · Ali Juma

Booking is free; at the end you give the guide what you think is fair. Free cancellation at any time.

Uncover history on an engaging Stone Town walking tour! Explore vibrant local markets, the historic slave market site, iconic Zanzibar doors, and the Old Fort while experiencing rich local culture.

Duration
2 h 45 min
Destination
Zanzibar
Meeting Point
Darajani souk/Dr. Samia Suluhu Hassan Gate. In front of Jewel of Zanzibar and opposite Ala Nnoor Restaurant
Provider
Ali Juma

Description

Stown Town is one of the oldest town Africa have with unique architecture. This town was created by arabs from Oman more than 200 years ago. The planning, design, lifestyle and preservation of the buildings are among the wonders to enjoy when you are in Stone Town.

In Stone Town you are going to have a chance to witness a lot of things which make your day more wondered: people, movements, and how busy the town is among the best things to experience.

Among the places to visit:
Darajani Bazaar. The oldest market in Zanzibar, architected by British around 1904 and since than until now is still working. Fruits, spices, fish, root crops, and a mixture of people are all around.

Zanzibar doors, a unique design which was brought by Indians around early 1800.

Former slave market. The only official market for slaves in the East Africa region, the history of it is one of the very important matters to know about.

Narrow stone town streets, people, bikes, bicycles, bajaj.

Jaws Corner, Old Fort, House of Wonder, and Forodhani Park are among the visiting areas and sightseeing.

But also entering hotels and souvenir shops to experience these buildings in and out.

Meeting Point

Darajani souk/Dr. Samia Suluhu Hassan Gate. In front of Jewel of Zanzibar and opposite Ala Nnoor Restaurant

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Free tour

How does a free tour work?

Booking costs nothing. At the end, each person gives the guide what they think is fair for the experience: it's a voluntary tip.

  • • Pay in cash at the end of the experience.
  • • Bring small bills or change.

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