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Cultural Walking Tour through Stonetown
4.6
14 Ratings
Zanzibar
Embark on a cultural walking tour through Stonetown, a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Explore the city’s rich history, diverse architecture, and vibrant culture.
Embark on a cultural walking tour through Stonetown, a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Explore the city’s rich history, diverse architecture, and vibrant culture.
Duration:
2 hours, 30 minutes
Cancellation:
24 hours
Highlights
- Forodhani Gardens - Forodhani Garden is a charming park in the historic city of Stonetown. It is situated along the main seawalk, directly in front of the city’s most renowned landmarks, the House of Wonders and the Old Fort. This spot is a popular gathering place for both locals and tourists to relax and socialize, and it transforms into a…
- Forodhani Gardens - Forodhani Garden is a charming park in the historic city of Stonetown. It is situated along the main seawalk, directly in front of the city’s most renowned landmarks, the House of Wonders and the Old Fort. This spot is a popular gathering place for both locals and tourists to relax and socialize, and it transforms into a bustling night food market in the evenings.
- House of Wonders (Beit-el-Ajaib) - While passing by the iconic House of Wonders, it is noted that the building is currently under renovation, allowing only for an external historical overview.
- Darajani Bazaar - Zanzibar’s central market is a vibrant hub of activity, offering a sensory experience with its array of spices, fruits, and vegetables. Visitors can observe traditional bargaining at the fish and meat market.
- Old Slave Market/Anglican Cathedral - The tour includes a visit to the renowned Slave Market/Anglican Cathedral in Stonetown, where the history of the East African slave trade is shared.
- Jaw’s Corner - Jaw’s Corner is a lively spot in Stonetown, perfect for enjoying freshly brewed coffee while watching locals engage in the traditional Bao Game.
- Princess Salme Museum at Emerson on Hurumzi - The museum tells the story of Princess Salme, the Sultan’s daughter, who fled after falling in love with a German man.
What's Included
- Pick up from Hotels located in Stonetown
- Licensed Tour Guide
- Pick up from Hotels located in Stonetown
- Licensed Tour Guide
What's Not Included
- Food and Drinks
- Tips for the Guide
- Transfer from other parts of the Island (the Tour is starting in Stonetown)
- Entrance Fees
- Food and Drinks
- Tips for the Guide
- Transfer from other parts of the Island (the Tour is starting in Stonetown)
- Entrance Fees
Additional Information
Stonetown has been recognized as a UNESCO World Heritage Site since 2000. It served as a central hub for the slave trade across the Indian Ocean, and visitors can explore numerous significant sites from this dark chapter in history. The city holds great historical significance in East Africa. Stonetown’s architecture showcases the diverse influences…
Stonetown has been recognized as a UNESCO World Heritage Site since 2000. It served as a central hub for the slave trade across the Indian Ocean, and visitors can explore numerous significant sites from this dark chapter in history. The city holds great historical significance in East Africa. Stonetown’s architecture showcases the diverse influences that shape Swahili culture, offering a unique blend of Arab, Persian, Indian, and European elements. Experience the delightful aromas, vibrant colors, and captivating sights that arise from this cultural fusion. Our guided tour will highlight and explain all the key historical landmarks, including the House of Wonders, Forodhani Garden, Slave Trade Museum/Anglican Church, the Hindu Temple, Catholic Church, Darajani Market, Jaws Corner, and much more. Wander through the narrow streets, admire the intricately carved doors that tell stories, dive into the bustling market, and embrace the spirit of Zanzibar.
Location
Forodhani
We will start our Tour at Forodhani Garden, infront of the Old Fort
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Customer Ratings
4.6
(14 Ratings)
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Escape42936145534
Jan 27, 2024
Great Experience - Easy going and reliable guides. - This was really a great experience. We booked the tour the evening before, and the communication via whatsapp was smooth and we immediately found Abdi at the agreed meeting point. The tour guide himself (Massoud) was also great. He was knowledgable and an original local from stonetown. He took us to all the important sights and also explained the historical context, very nice!
Over all this was great value for the price, and a generally interesting tour.
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Andrei
Jan 2, 2023
Highly recommended! Friendly, knowledgeable guides, very good experience - We arranged a tour of Stone town one day before and everything went smoothly. Our guide was fluent in English, answered all of our questions, and this was generally a very good, tailored experience. The price was good and clearly communicated from the beginning. We had no surprise stops to be sold souvenirs or other things, to the contrary. The highlight was a stop at a very successful local restaurant where the food was delicious and service was quick. Highly reccomend these guys!
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Lolatravels321
Aug 4, 2022
Really good - I heard about Splash Tours in a FB group where they got a few recommendations. I know why - we went on a trip to Prison Island and Nakupenda + Stone Town. For the trips to the island we were accompanied by Abdi's younger brother who was very kind and provided us with interesting info, When we got back we took a strole around Stone Town with Abdi, who you can tell knows what he's doing and was great at showing us around the city. We loved it! Great job guys and best to you!
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Cathy
Jul 19, 2022
Great communication helpful and lots of local knowledge - We loved our tour with Abdi who was a wonderful guide , knowledgeable and helpful and took us to all the interesting places as well as helped us find our place for dinner in the evening . We were so pleased we went with Splash Tours thank you
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Jassem0
Feb 26, 2022
Great experience. - Did the stonetown tour with abdi. Great experience I would definitely recommend. Abdi is very knowledgeable when it comes to the zanzibar history which itself is very interesting. He also is very friendly and relaxed. I will definitely recommend the tour with splash zanzibar.
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J9771wahollyr
Apr 11, 2021
The best - Abdi was amazing from picking us up from airport to dropping us off, taking us to the pcr test ,organizing the whole stone town and prison island tour! It was seamless and he was an amazing guide, he knew so much interesting information! Even took us to an amazing coffee shop because we said we loved coffee, he really went above and beyond! 10000% recommend !
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Mennanantllyndir
Feb 20, 2021
100% recommend! Friendly, helpful and great - I was a solo traveller and I went on their tour to prison island, Nakupenda island and then I did a walking tour. I was in contact with Abdi before I arrived and he was so helpful and lovely. When I arrived he picked me up from my hotel and we walked to the beach to meet the boat. Then I met with Hassan who was my guide for the day, I was the only one with Hassan but they found me other people to share the boat with to help save some money. Hassan had good English, a lot of great info and answered all of my questions on the prison island tour and the walking tour. The food was delicious we had fresh fruit, soda and water and lovely fries with fresh fish and seafood on the island! Hassan had great information to share on the walking tour and they even went above and beyond to help me find the bank to pay for my COVID test. Later on in the evening Abdi was kind enough to once again pick me up from my hotel and take me to the local food market (which was delicious) and take time out of his night to ensure that I had a memorable time. I would 100% recommend Splash as they are very kind, helpful and knowledgeable.
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Elenagy6201nx
Mar 12, 2020
Good & supportive guide - Lukman is a very polite & knowledgeable guy, organizes good tour & can help in any difficult case!
Thank you for today Prison island & Stone Town city tours!
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Thevalesco
Oct 14, 2024
Must-see - Walk through the old town with a Guide who points out what I wouldn’t have seen myself. Unfortunately, as I had already visited the Anglican Church and Mercury Museum and did not want to go to the souvenir shop, the tour lasted half an hour less.
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Ingeh178
Mar 19, 2023
Stonetown World Heritage Site in need of improvement - We carried out our tour individually. There's not much to see in the touted World Heritage sites. But you can take in the atmosphere of the city with some beautifully renovated houses. Stonetown is, of course, totally attuned to tourism and you are also constantly approached by sellers and traders who try to sell overpriced souvenirs or similar. At the department store Memories you escape it and you can look around in peace, taste and the prices are realistic. However, the real life of the inhabitants of Zanzibar City takes place anyway in the newer districts, which of course do not look as picturesque as the old town, and not in it.
Since the climate is very hot and humid, you can enjoy a break in one of the quite numerous restaurants. You don’t necessarily have to do this in a restaurant of the well-known Forodani Gardens. After a few hours of walking around and sightseeing you are tired anyway thanks to the heat and we were relieved to leave the city again.
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