Private Stone Town Walking Tour

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About this activity

Walk through the narrowest street in the world Zanzibar’s ancient town which is rich in history, culture and architectural wonders that dates back to the 7th century. This UNESCO listed world heritage site is famous for its iconic doorways that blend the typical African style with Indian and Arabic designs, During the walking tour you can see mosques, churches and temples side to side, immerse yourself in the vibrant local market, the house of wonders, and the site of the former slave market.

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At a glance

Duration: 3 hours
Confirmation: Instant confirmation
Ticket: Mobile or paper ticket accepted
Group: Your group only
People per booking: 1–15
Guide: German, English, Italian, French, Spanish
Operated by: COASTLINE TOURS AND TRAVEL

Ages: Children (5–11 years) · Adults (12–99 years)

What is included

Included

Included: Entrance fee at Slave Market
Included: Professional tour guide
Included: Bottle of water

Not included

Not included: Tips/Gratuities for the guide
Not included: Any cost of personal nature
Not included: Transfers to and from your hotel

Itinerary

House of Wonders (Beit-el-Ajaib)

30 min

The house of wonder.

The first biggest house in all east

africa was constructed in zanzibar and it named as a house of wonder by possesing particular features of having

electricity, water tape system , elevator where there is no any other house having such amazing things, Was

constructed by the third sultan of zanzibar said baraghash in 1883 ...for more learning book with us
The Old Fort (Ngome Kongwe)

30 min

When visiting Stone Town, you cannot miss the Old Fort. It’s history tells the story of Zanzibar in a nutshell.

Old Fort is one of the oldest buildings in Stone Town, First used by the Portuguese then turned into an Arab Fort then used as a Zanzibar train station and now as the cultural center of Stone Town it hosts festivals like Sauti za Busara and Zanzibar International Film Festivals

Originally built by the Portuguese in the 17th century and later re-built by the Omanis in the 18th century. It is free to visit, and cultural festivals and happenings are often organized in the inner courts of the fort.
Anglican Zanzibar Diocese

40 min Admission not included

The Anglican Cathedral of Christ Church was built in Stone Town (the old part of Zanzibar city) in the place where the biggest slave market of Eastern Africa operated

Outside the Cathedral, there is a stone monument showing four people enchained by their necks as a way of reproducing the way in which slaves were offered to buyers.

The trade of slaves was the main activity and it commercially linked Europeans (who used slaves for plantations in the Indian Ocean) with African rulers. By the 19th century, the Zanzibar Sultanate stood out for being the main slave market in Eastern Africa due to its strategic location in the Indian Ocean. It is estimated that between 1830 and 1873, around 600,000 people were sold as merchandise and thousands of other people visited the place temporarily.
St. Joseph's Cathedral Parish

15 min

Is an important historical building located in the Baghani area of Stone Town, Zanzibar. It was built by French missionaries between 1893 and 1898, and the plans were drawn by the same French architect who designed the cathedral in Marseilles, France. The defining characteristic of the cathedral are its twin spires (similar to those of Marseille’s church) which are prominent elements of the Stone Town’s skyline and can be easily spotted from a distance off the coast. The cathedral interior is painted with murals from the Old Testament. The tiles and stained glass windows were all imported from France. The cathedral is in regular use by Stone Town’s Catholic community. There are several masses held each Sunday and occasionally on weekdays.
Freddie Mercury Museum

20 min Admission not included

Did you know that Freddie Mercury was born in Zanzibar? Stone Town is the birthplace of the famous Queen singer and is the capital of the island of Zanzibar, a real paradise in Tanzania.

Freddie Mercury House is located in the interesting old town of Stone Town, one of the most important historic cities in East Africa and is recognized as a UNESCO World Heritage Site.

Meeting point and pickup

You can be picked up from your accommodation or go straight to the meeting point.

Meeting point

We will meet you in front of old fort at the entrance gate

End point

We will meet you in front of old fort at the entrance gate

Pickup points

Hotel Riu Jambo

let us know which hotel you're in and we will pick you up. Private transport

Cancellation

Free cancellation

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

If you cancel	You get back
At least one day before	100%
Less than a day before	0%

The operator may cancel if the weather does not allow it; you then get another date or your money back.

Good to know

Public transportation options are available nearby
Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
This is a private tour/activity. Only your group will participate

Options

Evening tour with Night Market

Visiting a Night market
stonetown tour with transfer

Comfortable van: Our driver will pick you up at your hotel and bring you back once tour is finished
Private walking tour in stone town