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Zanzibar Stone Town: Historical Walking Tour With a Local Guide

About this experience

Discover the highlights of Stone Town on a guided walking tour. See the Old Slave Market, the Anglican Cathedral of Christ, and the Sultans Palace Museum. Admire the architecture of the city and learn about its history.

Start your tour at the main City market, which was opened in 1904. Get a comprehensive view of the Stone Town architecture, its sand and stone ancient built houses, some of them have Arab/Indian with carved doors with brass studs, and carved balconies.

Continue to the Old Post Office and the house where Freddy Mercury was born. Stop at the Anglican Cathedral of Christ, on the site of the Old Slave Market.

From here, continue to the Sultans Palace Museum, House of Wonders (Beit-el-ajaib), and the Old Arab Fort. Finish your tour at the Forodhani Garden.

At a glance

  • Duration: 3 hr
  • Private experience

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Stone Town Private Tours
Tours : This is only Walking Tours around the world heritage sites in Zanzibar Island.
Duration: 2 hours: The travelers they will visit Stone Town world heritage sites
Stone Town : The travelers they will visit all the Historical sights in Stone Town

Plan your experience

Time on the tour3 hr
Guide languagesGerman (live guide), English (live guide), Italian (live guide), French (live guide), Spanish (live guide)
Tour arrangementPrivate experience

Set aside 3 hr for the experience itself, with additional time to reach your meeting or pickup point.

Before you go

  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels

What is included

  • Opportunity to shop at Spices Shops and Souvenirs
  • Stroll through Forodhani Garden
  • Guided tour of Stone Town
  • Visit to the Old Arab Fort
  • Exploration of ancient houses and architecture

Not included

  • Meals and drinks
  • Tips ( optional )

Itinerary and highlights

This 3 hours guided walking tour shall take you to one of the seven world heritage sites in Tanzania. It is the only one on the islands of Zanzibar. It was declared an official World Heritage site by UNESCO in 2000 for it’s unique architecture, history & culture. You will pleasantly and continuously be stunned with beauty of the city which is decorated by the peoples smiles & friendliness. As you explore all the narrow alleys and streets which leads to the local souvenir bazaar you will have ample time to shop around. The tour will also visit the former slave market, house of wonders, the old fort and even pass by where Freddie Mercury was born. This surely is a tour not to miss.

The customers will have a wonderful
Time to see the the Museum of Freddie Mercury was a British singer and songwriter who achieved worldwide fame as the lead vocalist and pianist of the rock band Queen.

The Customer will have a good moment to See The Slave monuments, Slave Chambers, Different Historical panels about Slave and also to see the Signs of wiping post and Grave of Bishop Edward Steere The man who builds the Anglican church

The Customer will see the Ceremonial palace of Sultan Baraghash and for some time which was used as British Colonial Administration Offices

The Travelers will have moments to see The Palace (House) which was used by the some of Sultans (Kings) To stay

The Customer will see and Explore the Day life activities here in Zanzibar by see the Spice market, Fish market, and Fruits market.

Meeting and pickup information

  • For the Stone Town Hotels we can meet all travelers from their Hotel or location please send us WhatsApp message in advance.
  • We meet all travelers in front of the main door and for easy communication please kindly share your WhatsApp number, for the Stone Town Hotels we can meet the travelers from their hotel or location.

Languages and tickets

  • German — Guide
  • English — Guide
  • Italian — Guide
  • French — Guide
  • Spanish — Guide
  • Mobile Only

Tour operator

  • Zanziphoria | Zanzibar Tours

Meeting points and locations

Accessibility and practical details

  • Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
  • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Please kindly share your WhatsApp number for an easy Communications

Cancellation policy

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

Questions about this experience

How long is this experience?
The supplier lists a duration of 3 hr.
Which guide languages are listed?
German (live guide), English (live guide), Italian (live guide), French (live guide), Spanish (live guide).
What ticket format is listed?
Mobile ticket.
What ticket age bands are listed?
Child tickets: age 7–17; Youth tickets: age 18–25; Adult tickets: age 30+; Senior tickets: age 45+. Check the practical details for participation requirements.
What is the cancellation policy?
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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