Stone Town Travel Guide
Tourist Guide





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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.

Old Fort
Browse the stalls of the courtyard market and attend festivals in the amphitheater in the oldest site in the historic center.

Slave Market
An Anglican cathedral now stands on this site where slaves once suffered before being sold into harsh servitude.

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.
Malindi Mosque
Malindi Mosque is just one of the places to see in Zanzibar Town, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Stroll along the beautiful beaches or visit the shops in the area.
Activities

Explore The World heritage site in Stone Town

Stone Town Private Walking Tour

Stone Town Private Tour with Slave Market Tickets
Our pick of the best Stone Town Hotel Deals

Tembo House Hotel
Staff was exceptionally friendly. Location was perfect.
Reviewed on 6 Feb 2026

Park Hyatt Zanzibar
This is my favorite hotel in Zanzibar. I have stayed at the Park Hyatt Zanzibar last year and came back again this year. It is a wonderful hotel with great staff and quality accommodations. The rooms and the hotel is super clean, the food is the best and the staff are very friendly and helpful. The ...
Reviewed on 31 Jan 2026

Tembo B&B Apartments
Amazing hotel right on the beach. The pools are great and the food and service at restaurant are spectacular. Highly recommend!!
Reviewed on 19 Jan 2026

Maru Maru Hotel
Room was spacious and clean with weell functioning AC. The staff were efficient and kind. The rooftop restaurant served a very good breakfasts with lots of options and the happy hour was reasonable and of good quality. Overall a good location and a nice place to stay.
Reviewed on 2 Feb 2026

Dhow Palace Hotel
We stayed in an upscale room and was fabulous. This hotel is part museum and the antiques and style make it interesting, staff was very friendly and the food was very good. Courtyard pool was very nice. No elevator but would recommend the upper floor rooftop.
Reviewed on 26 Jan 2026

Golden Tulip Stonetown Boutique
The room is clean, but the lift needs to be upgraded. Unfortunately, I couldn't get something to eat at 11 pm when I arrived because the hotel restaurant usually closes earlier.
Reviewed on 6 Oct 2025
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