Stone Town Historical Walking Tour in Zanzibar
by Alfa Expeditions Safaris
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✓Confirmation before Wed, 9 Sept - card's only charged if it's a yes. If it's a no, still time to book on Viator.
Book on Viator Confirmed right away, but you pay full price.$40Overview
This walking tour in Zanzibar’s Stone Town lasts about 2 to 3 hours and covers the old part of Zanzibar City, known locally as Mji Mkongwe. The guide explains the history of Zanzibar, including its local people, Persian and Portuguese influences, and the period under the Sultanate of Oman. You will learn about the East African slave trade and the development of Old Stone Town compared to the newer Ng'ambo area. During the tour, you visit key historical sites such as the House of Wonders, Old Fort, Freddy Mercury Museum, Forodhani Garden, Jaws Corner, Darajani Market, Anglican and Catholic churches, and the former slave market location. The guide also points out the different architectural styles found in Stone Town, including Arabic, Indian, and local designs, focusing on distinctive doors and windows. A certified professional guide leads the tour. Hotel pickup is available for hotels within the Stone Town area if arranged in advance. Entrance fees to the former slave market and personal expenses are not included, and tipping the guide is optional.
Highlights
What's included
What's not included
Itinerary
Stone Town
This stop covers the full history of Zanzibar, the East African slave trade, and Old Stone Town. It includes visits to important landmarks such as the House of Wonders, Old Fort, Freddy Mercury Museum, Forodhani Garden, Jaws Corner, Darajani Market, Anglican and Catholic churches, and the site of the former slave market.
180 min
Meeting point
When you come at the Forodhani garden, you will see the big and tall building is under construction, at the in front of that building you will see one big cannon. That is a tour meeting point (House of wonders).
End point
When you come at the Forodhani garden, you will see the big and tall building is under construction, at the in front of that building you will see one big cannon. That is a tour meeting point (House of wonders).
Languages
Cancellation policy
- Cancel at least 24 hours before start for a full refund.
Additional info
Stone Town Historical Walking Tour in Zanzibar
by Alfa Expeditions Safaris
Choose from 2 available options
How do you want to book?
✓Confirmation before Wed, 9 Sept - card's only charged if it's a yes. If it's a no, still time to book on Viator.
Book on Viator Confirmed right away, but you pay full price.$40Overview
This walking tour in Zanzibar’s Stone Town lasts about 2 to 3 hours and covers the old part of Zanzibar City, known locally as Mji Mkongwe. The guide explains the history of Zanzibar, including its local people, Persian and Portuguese influences, and the period under the Sultanate of Oman. You will learn about the East African slave trade and the development of Old Stone Town compared to the newer Ng'ambo area. During the tour, you visit key historical sites such as the House of Wonders, Old Fort, Freddy Mercury Museum, Forodhani Garden, Jaws Corner, Darajani Market, Anglican and Catholic churches, and the former slave market location. The guide also points out the different architectural styles found in Stone Town, including Arabic, Indian, and local designs, focusing on distinctive doors and windows. A certified professional guide leads the tour. Hotel pickup is available for hotels within the Stone Town area if arranged in advance. Entrance fees to the former slave market and personal expenses are not included, and tipping the guide is optional.
Highlights
What's included
What's not included
Itinerary
Stone Town
This stop covers the full history of Zanzibar, the East African slave trade, and Old Stone Town. It includes visits to important landmarks such as the House of Wonders, Old Fort, Freddy Mercury Museum, Forodhani Garden, Jaws Corner, Darajani Market, Anglican and Catholic churches, and the site of the former slave market.
180 min
Meeting point
When you come at the Forodhani garden, you will see the big and tall building is under construction, at the in front of that building you will see one big cannon. That is a tour meeting point (House of wonders).
End point
When you come at the Forodhani garden, you will see the big and tall building is under construction, at the in front of that building you will see one big cannon. That is a tour meeting point (House of wonders).
Languages
Cancellation policy
- Cancel at least 24 hours before start for a full refund.