Stone Town Tour: Discover Hidden Gems & Culture

Discover Stone Town with an enthusiastic local guide, revealing hidden treasures, fascinating history, and lively culture.

Duration: 2 hours, 30 minutes
Cancellation: 24 hours
Highlights
  • House of Wonder - Discover one of Stone Town’s most renowned landmarks—The House of Wonders, a former Sultan’s palace and the tallest structure in Stone Town. Delve into its rich history, Swahili architecture, and its importance as a symbol of Zanzibar’s cultural legacy.
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What's Included
  • Walking tour of Stone Town’s main historical and cultural sites
  • Expert local guide throughout the tour
  • Bottled water during the tour
  • Small group experience (optional, if applicable)
What's Not Included
  • Food, drinks, and snacks (except bottled water)
  • Transportation to and from the meeting point
  • Personal expenses and souvenirs
Location
Forte arabo di Stone Town
Mizingani Road
Meeting Point: We meet travelers at the main entrance of the Old Fort (Ngome Kongwe) in Stone Town, Zanzibar. The Old Fort is a well-known historic landmark located directly opposite the Forodhani Gardens and next to the House of Wonders.
Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

Customer Ratings
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953chichip
Jul 24, 2025
- Ash is an absolute amazing person, who most definitely knows the ins and outs of his country. Always has a smile on his face and happy to accommodate customers. Definitely will be back.
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Ozanam2024
Jul 23, 2025
This walking tour is the ONE! - Fantastic walking tour. Ash was knowledgeable, professional, friendly and had many entertaining stories of the stone town area. All key sites are visited and more. We learnt a lot about the history associated with the town. If deciding on a walking tour then this is the one, Ash is genuine and honest and will show you his town that he is passionate about.
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Violetak383
Jul 22, 2025
Great Way to Explore Stone Town! - This walking tour was a fantastic way to discover the history and culture of Stone Town. Our guide was knowledgeable, friendly, and shared amazing stories about the area. We visited all the key sites and learned so much in just a few hours. Highly recommend for anyone visiting Zanzibar!
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22bebek
Jul 20, 2025
The best - I have done a lot of Zanzibar tours and activities with Ash… he is my favorite guide that turned to a friend. I highly recommend him for a great experience in Zanzibar! Thank you Ash
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Scenic39075103194
Jul 20, 2025
Amazing guide in Zanzibar - Ash is amazing. He gave us an unforgettable experience in Zanzibar. The Stone Town tour was a real highlight – we learned so much about the history of the town and he showed us hidden spots we never would’ve found on our own. He also took us to Prison Island/Tortoise Island, and even a local school, making the whole trip in Zanzibar smooth, informative, and fun. He was kind, professional, and truly passionate about his culture. He also took some amazing pictures of us. Highly recommended!
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Trek47817312058
Jul 19, 2025
Great! - I highly recommend Ashraf. He is not only incredibly knowledgeable but also passionate about the places we visited. He was answering every question with enthusiasm; his sense of humor, patience, and professionalism made the entire experience unforgettable.
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Witek
Jul 18, 2025
A nice walk through the Stone Town. - It was a great trip and Ash is a fantastic guide! He speaks English really well so we were able to learn a lot about the Stone Town during the walk.
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143sadaft
Jul 18, 2025
One of the best experiences in Zanzibar thanks to Ashraf! - Me and my friends had the pleasure of exploring Stone Town with Ashraf and it was truly one of the highlights of our trip to Zanzibar! He is incredibly kind, well-read, and passionate about his town. From the start, he was warm, polite, and made us all feel so welcome. His knowledge of the history, culture, and hidden corners of Stone Town is impressive, and he shared it with such clarity and heart. He went out of his way to make sure we had a smooth and memorable experience. If you're visiting Zanzibar and want an authentic and enriching experience, I wholeheartedly recommend booking a tour with him — you'll be in the best hands!
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Voyage37593935566
Jul 18, 2025
Great Guide - Ashraf was a great guide! Very professional, informative, and helpful. He had great local knowledge, answered all our questions, and even took some pictures of us which was a lovely addition. Would highly recommend.
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Sunshine46461139047
Jul 18, 2025
Perfect - We spend a very nice day with Ash! He was very gentle and kind to us. He show us everything in stone town hes knowledge is more than perfect! So we reccomend him with hearth☺️
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From $25
up to 10 guests
1 - Adult
Cancellation: Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the start of your experience (local time).