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Private Zanzibar Stone Town Heritage Tour

By Chaby tours
Free cancellation available
The previous price was S$32 and current price is S$20 per adult
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Features

  • Free cancellation available
  • 3h
  • Mobile voucher
  • Instant confirmation

Overview

Immerse yourself in the rich cultural heritage of Zanzibar on a guided walking tour through Stone Town. Begin at Darajani Market, where the vibrant local trade of spices and crafts comes to life. Traverse the narrow alleys to iconic sites like the Old Slave Market, House of Wonders, and Freddie Mercury House, all while learning about the unique Swahili architecture influenced by Arab, Persian, and European cultures. Conclude your journey with a peaceful stroll by Forodhani Gardens, soaking in the local atmosphere and history.

  • 3-hour guided walking tour through historical Stone Town
  • Visit significant landmarks and learn about Swahili culture
  • Enjoy bottled water and
  • Professional local guide provides cultural storytelling and insights

Activity location

  • Forodhani Gardens
    • On the Waterfront,
    • Stone Town, Tanzania

Meeting/Redemption Point

  • Forodhani
    • Zanzibar, Mjini Magharibi Region, Tanzania

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Zanzibar Stone Town Walking Tour: Culture, History, Slave market

  • Activity duration is 3 hours3h
    3h
  • English
Language options: English
Price details
S$31.06
S$19.57 x 1 AdultS$19.57
Total
The previous price was S$31.06 and current price is S$19.57
37% off

Stone town tour

  • Activity duration is 3 hours3h
    3h
  • English

Duration: 3 hours: Includes entrance fee for the former Slave Market
Bottled water
Tour guide

Language options: English
Price details
S$49.17 x 1 AdultS$49.17
Total
Price is S$49.17

What's included, what's not

  • What's includedWhat's included
    Tour guide
  • What's includedWhat's included
    Include goverment tax
  • What's includedWhat's included
    Bottled water

Know before you book

  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Public transport options are available nearby
  • Transport options are wheelchair accessible
  • All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
  • Not recommended for travellers with spinal injuries
  • Not recommended for pregnant travellers
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Activity itinerary

Forodhani Gardens

  • 15m
  • Admission ticket included
At Forodhani Gardens, a visitor will see: A beautiful ocean view The famous night food market with local dishes like Zanzibar pizza, urojo, and grilled seafood. It is also a historical garden located in the heart of Stone Town.

House of wonder

  • 20m
  • Admission ticket not included
Discover the most iconic building in Zanzibar, also known as Beit-al-Ajaib, built by Sultan Barghash in the 19th century. Learn about its historical importance as the first building in East Africa to have electricity and an lift. Hear stories about the Omani Sultanate rule, royal lifestyle, and how Zanzibar became a centre of trade.

The Old Fort (Ngome Kongwe)

  • 15m
  • Admission ticket included
Visit the oldest building in Stone Town, originally built by the Portuguese and later developed by the Omani Arabs for defence. Learn about its role in protecting the island and its transformation over time.

Freddie Mercury Museum

  • 10m
  • Admission ticket not included
Visit the birthplace of Freddie Mercury and learn about his life and global music legacy

St. Joseph's Roman Catholic Cathedral

  • 10m
  • Admission ticket not included
Visit the beautiful Catholic church built by French missionaries. Admire its twin towers, inspired by European Gothic architecture.

Old Slave Market/Anglican Cathedral

  • 20m
  • Admission ticket not included
Visit this important church built on the former slave market site, symbolising the end of the slave trade.

The ancient door of Stone Town

  • 15m
  • Admission ticket included
Zanzibar doors are famous for showing the status and wealth of the families behind them. Each door is uniquely carved, reflecting heritage, religion, and trade, with influences from Omani Arabs, Persians,Swahili and Indians.

Mkunazini, Urban West, Zanzibar

  • 25m
  • Admission ticket not included
Learn about the history of the East African slave trade and see the underground chambers where slaves were once held.

Darajani Bazaar

  • 20m
  • Admission ticket included
Experience a busy local market with fresh fish, fruits, spices, and everyday life of the people of Zanzibar.

Location

Activity location

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    Forodhani Gardens
    • On the Waterfront,
    • Stone Town, Tanzania

Meeting/Redemption Point

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    Forodhani
    • Zanzibar, Mjini Magharibi Region, Tanzania

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