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Stone Town Historical Walking Tour

About this experience

Stone town is the only world heritage site in Zanzibar so don’t miss a chance to see it and experience the locals life.

The uniqueness of different architecture make the city and its inhabitants an icon of multi cultural melting pot. History will take you through the alleys and street where slave, spice and ivory trade take place.

Visit some historical buildings and worshiping places, markets, the amazing curving doors balconies and bazaar on the narrow streets

At a glance

  • Duration: 2 hr–3 hr
  • Private experience

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Stone Town Historical Walking Tour

Plan your experience

Time on the tour2 hr–3 hr
Guide languagesGerman (live guide), English (live guide)
Tour arrangementPrivate experience

Set aside 2 hr–3 hr for the experience itself, with additional time to reach your meeting or pickup point.

Before you go

  • Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness

What is included

  • German and English Tourguide

Not included

  • Tips

Itinerary and highlights

Working around Stone town streets along sea side and experience different historical building used as administration offices during colonial time. Experience cultural heritage and the cosmopolitan influence. Learning history while visiting the Old fort and the House of wonders.

Visit the former slave market to exhibit the slavery history and the church place where it was a market center also you will see the slave monument with original chain used during slave trade.

Along the Stone town alleys you will see the magnificent Zanzibar doors, Indian balconies and so many gift and superior shops. We end up the tour at Darajani market to experience daily hustle of the local people at fish and spice market.

Meeting and pickup information

  • At the Old fort is along the Mizingani Road opposite the Forodhani garden and I will have sign board of customer’s name

Languages and tickets

  • German — Guide
  • English — Guide
  • Mobile Only

Tour operator

  • Khamis Davido

Meeting points and locations

Accessibility and practical details

  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
  • Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
  • Not recommended for pregnant travelers
  • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
  • Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness

Cancellation policy

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

Questions about this experience

How long is this experience?
The supplier lists a duration of 2 hr–3 hr.
Which guide languages are listed?
German (live guide), English (live guide).
What ticket format is listed?
Mobile ticket.
What ticket age bands are listed?
Child tickets: age 5–12; Youth tickets: age 13–17; Adult tickets: age 18+; Senior tickets: age 60+. Check the practical details for participation requirements.
What accessibility information is provided?
Wheelchair accessible
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
What is the cancellation policy?
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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