Stone Town
Zanzibar Town
Visit Stone Town
Popular places to visit
Forodhani Gardens
Relax in this scenic tree-filled oceanside park that transforms into a lively and busy seafood market after the sun goes down.
Slave Market
An Anglican cathedral now stands on this site where slaves once suffered before being sold into harsh servitude.
Zanzibar Ferry Terminal
Explore the waterfront in Zanzibar Town with a trip to Zanzibar Ferry Terminal. Visit the area's shops or amble around its beautiful beaches.
Old Fort
Browse the stalls of the courtyard market and attend festivals in the amphitheater in the oldest site in the historic center.
Christ Church Cathedral
Admire the coral stone design and see the museum and memorial of this church that was built to celebrate the end of slavery.
House of Wonders
See one of the early buildings of Zanzibar’s modern development, with wide verandas overlooking the ocean and relics from the late 1800s.
Things to do
Quad Adventures in Zanzibar: Nungwi / Kendwa
Zanzibar: Prison Island & Nakupenda Sandbank Tour with Lunch
Top hotels in Stone Town
Tembo House Hotel
Great staff
Reviewed on 11 Nov 2025
Park Hyatt Zanzibar
The staff was amazing , the room was spotless and the attention to detail and little amenities etc was lovely
Reviewed on 6 Nov 2025
Maru Maru Hotel
Lhôtel est bien placé dans la vieille ville, pas très loin de la mer et des attractions touristiques principales. La chambre était spacieuse, la literie confortable et le service impeccable. Malheureusement, elle donnait sur une cour intérieure très bruyante vers 6 H du matin lorsque les employés ...
Reviewed on 26 Oct 2025
Dhow Palace Hotel
Breakfast was a buffet, fruit, cereal, pastries, eggs ect.. The coffee was Zanzibar coffee, we didn't care for it, strong and flavoured. The hotel was beautiful, old antique furniture, lots of style. Refreshing pool and sunset view from the top.
Reviewed on 27 Oct 2025
Zanzibar Serena Hotel
The room was beautiful and very clean. Staff were very pleasant and helpful. The food was wonderful. And a great location for walking around Stone Town which was very safe. In all an excellent stay.
Reviewed on 16 Nov 2025
Tembo B&B Apartments
Room was clean and well situated.
Reviewed on 5 Nov 2025
