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Stone Town Historical Walking Tour with Transfers – Zanzibar

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Overview

What sets this experience apart is its deep dive into the living history of Stone Town. More than just sightseeing, it offers an immersive journey through vibrant markets, historic landmarks, and cultural treasures. Unlike standard tours, it highlights Zanzibar’s rich past in the spice and slave trades, offering context at sites like the House of Wonders and the Former Slave Market. With every step, travelers connect with the city's layered stories, from stunning Swahili architecture to everyday local life. It’s the most genuine way to explore Zanzibar’s heritage and its enduring spirit.

Activity location
  • Zanzibar Island
    • Kati, Unguja South Region, Tanzania
Meeting/Redemption Point
  • Zanzibar Island
    • Kati, Unguja South Region, Tanzania

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What's included, what's not

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    House of wonders (National Museum)
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    Stone Town Tour With a Professional Guide
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    Old Dispensary & Former Slave Market & Old Fort
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    Tippu Tip House & Palace Museum
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    Hotel Pick up & Drop off by an Air Conditioned vehicle (if Option selected)
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    Former English Club (Africa House)
  • What's excludedWhat's excluded
    Slave market fees
  • What's excludedWhat's excluded
    Transfer from outside Stone Town city will be extra charged

Know before you book

  • Service animals allowed
  • Specialized infant seats are available
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Activity itinerary

Take a journey through history with a guided walking tour of Stone Town, the cultural heart of Zanzibar and a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Start at the bustling Old Market, active since 1903, where colorful stalls brim with spices, produce, and local energy. Continue to the House of Wonders and Tippu Tip House to uncover Zanzibar’s deep ties to the spice and slave trades. As you walk through narrow alleys, admire carved wooden doors, Arab-style balconies, and hidden courtyards that define Swahili architecture. Key stops include the Old Fort, Palace Museum, Old Dispensary, and the Former Slave Market, offering insight into the island’s complex past. End your tour at the historic Africa House, once a British colonial club, with sweeping ocean views that reflect the spirit of this unforgettable town.

Location

Activity location
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    Zanzibar Island
    • Kati, Unguja South Region, Tanzania
Meeting/Redemption Point
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    Zanzibar Island
    • Kati, Unguja South Region, Tanzania

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