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Cultural Walking Tour through Stonetown
4.6
14 Ratings
Zanzibar
Embark on a cultural walking tour through Stonetown, a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Explore the city’s rich history, diverse architecture, and vibrant culture.
Embark on a cultural walking tour through Stonetown, a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Explore the city’s rich history, diverse architecture, and vibrant culture.
Duration:
2 hours, 30 minutes
Cancellation:
24 hours
Highlights
- Forodhani Gardens - The Forodhani Garden is a small park of the historical city of Stonetown. The place is located along the main seawalk of Stonetown, just in front of the most famous buildings of the old city, the House of Wonders and the Old Fort. This place is very famous for locals and tourist to meet and chill, it becomes also very busy…
- Forodhani Gardens - The Forodhani Garden is a small park of the historical city of Stonetown. The place is located along the main seawalk of Stonetown, just in front of the most famous buildings of the old city, the House of Wonders and the Old Fort. This place is very famous for locals and tourist to meet and chill, it becomes also very busy during the evening as a night food market.
- House of Wonders (Beit-el-Ajaib) - On our way we pass the famous House of wonders, unfortunately the building is under construction and we just can tell you the history outside of the building
- Darajani Bazaar - Zanzibar’s main market is a hive of activity, with everything. Come and enjoy the smelling of the different spices, fruits and vegetables. See how local deal and bugging on the traditional fish and meat market.
- Old Slave Market/Anglican Cathedral - We will pass the famous Slave Market/Anglican Cathredral in Stonetown, we will explain you the history about the slave trade in east africa
- Jaw’s Corner - Jaws Corner is THE hotspot in Stonetown, drink a fresh brewed coffee and watch the local people playing the typical Bao Game.
- Princess Salme Museum at Emerson on Hurumzi - Princess Salme was the daughter of the Sultan, who fled after fall in love with a german man.
What's Included
- Pick up from Hotels located in Stonetown
- Licensed Tour Guide
- Pick up from Hotels located in Stonetown
- Licensed Tour Guide
What's Not Included
- Food and Drinks
- Tips for the Guide
- Transfer from other parts of the Island (the Tour is starting in Stonetown)
- Entrance Fees
- Food and Drinks
- Tips for the Guide
- Transfer from other parts of the Island (the Tour is starting in Stonetown)
- Entrance Fees
Additional Information
Since the year 2000, Stonetown has been a UNCESCO World Heritage Site. Historically, it was the epicenter of slave trading in the Indian Ocean region, with numerous locations bearing witness to its dark past. This city is loaded with East African historical significance. The architecture of Stonetown embodies a blend of influences that have shaped…
Since the year 2000, Stonetown has been a UNCESCO World Heritage Site. Historically, it was the epicenter of slave trading in the Indian Ocean region, with numerous locations bearing witness to its dark past. This city is loaded with East African historical significance. The architecture of Stonetown embodies a blend of influences that have shaped Swahili culture, encompassing Arab, Persian, Indian, and European aspects. Indulge in the unique fusion of diverse cultures present here, with their vibrant colors, exotic aromas, and breathtaking sights. Our guided tour encompasses major historical spots: the awe-inspiring House of Wonders, quaint Forodhani Garden, compelling Slave Trade Museum/Anglican Church, serene Hindu Temple, solemn Catholic Church, bustling Darajani Market, and intriguing Jaws Corner, among others. Delve into the labyrinthine alleys, explore the story laden carved doors, brave the market’s hustle and bustle, and soak in the ambience of Zanzibar.
Location
Forodhani
We will start our Tour at Forodhani Garden, infront of the Old Fort
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Customer Ratings
4.6
(14 Ratings)
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Escape42936145534
Jan 27, 2024
Great Experience - Easy going and reliable guides. - This was really a great experience. We booked the tour the evening before, and the communication via whatsapp was smooth and we immediately found Abdi at the agreed meeting point. The tour guide himself (Massoud) was also great. He was knowledgable and an original local from stonetown. He took us to all the important sights and also explained the historical context, very nice!
Over all this was great value for the price, and a generally interesting tour.
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Andrei
Jan 2, 2023
Highly recommended! Friendly, knowledgeable guides, very good experience - We arranged a tour of Stone town one day before and everything went smoothly. Our guide was fluent in English, answered all of our questions, and this was generally a very good, tailored experience. The price was good and clearly communicated from the beginning. We had no surprise stops to be sold souvenirs or other things, to the contrary. The highlight was a stop at a very successful local restaurant where the food was delicious and service was quick. Highly reccomend these guys!
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Lolatravels321
Aug 4, 2022
Really good - I heard about Splash Tours in a FB group where they got a few recommendations. I know why - we went on a trip to Prison Island and Nakupenda + Stone Town. For the trips to the island we were accompanied by Abdi's younger brother who was very kind and provided us with interesting info, When we got back we took a strole around Stone Town with Abdi, who you can tell knows what he's doing and was great at showing us around the city. We loved it! Great job guys and best to you!
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Cathy
Jul 19, 2022
Great communication helpful and lots of local knowledge - We loved our tour with Abdi who was a wonderful guide , knowledgeable and helpful and took us to all the interesting places as well as helped us find our place for dinner in the evening . We were so pleased we went with Splash Tours thank you
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Jassem0
Feb 26, 2022
Great experience. - Did the stonetown tour with abdi. Great experience I would definitely recommend. Abdi is very knowledgeable when it comes to the zanzibar history which itself is very interesting. He also is very friendly and relaxed. I will definitely recommend the tour with splash zanzibar.
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J9771wahollyr
Apr 11, 2021
The best - Abdi was amazing from picking us up from airport to dropping us off, taking us to the pcr test ,organizing the whole stone town and prison island tour! It was seamless and he was an amazing guide, he knew so much interesting information! Even took us to an amazing coffee shop because we said we loved coffee, he really went above and beyond! 10000% recommend !
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Mennanantllyndir
Feb 20, 2021
100% recommend! Friendly, helpful and great - I was a solo traveller and I went on their tour to prison island, Nakupenda island and then I did a walking tour. I was in contact with Abdi before I arrived and he was so helpful and lovely. When I arrived he picked me up from my hotel and we walked to the beach to meet the boat. Then I met with Hassan who was my guide for the day, I was the only one with Hassan but they found me other people to share the boat with to help save some money. Hassan had good English, a lot of great info and answered all of my questions on the prison island tour and the walking tour. The food was delicious we had fresh fruit, soda and water and lovely fries with fresh fish and seafood on the island! Hassan had great information to share on the walking tour and they even went above and beyond to help me find the bank to pay for my COVID test. Later on in the evening Abdi was kind enough to once again pick me up from my hotel and take me to the local food market (which was delicious) and take time out of his night to ensure that I had a memorable time. I would 100% recommend Splash as they are very kind, helpful and knowledgeable.
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Elenagy6201nx
Mar 12, 2020
Good & supportive guide - Lukman is a very polite & knowledgeable guy, organizes good tour & can help in any difficult case!
Thank you for today Prison island & Stone Town city tours!
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Thevalesco
Oct 14, 2024
Must-see - Walk through the old town with a Guide who points out what I wouldn’t have seen myself. Unfortunately, as I had already visited the Anglican Church and Mercury Museum and did not want to go to the souvenir shop, the tour lasted half an hour less.
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Jensarndtberlin
Feb 1, 2020
Tour itself: good // guesthandling needs to improved - I have to reduce the star-rating, because the promised pick up was well communicated (in german language), but then simply forgotten. After a phonecall, made by the helpfull hotelreception, I was picked up with 40 min. delay by the owner of the company himself ... and later I was "handovered" to the tourguide, there was 1 participant only = me. The Guide was friendly, spoke german very well and the explainings were ok. Generally this walkingtour helps very much to have an overview in the crowded city with many narrow streets. So I recommend it to do this at the first day after arrival here. Maybe other groups need more time to visit churches or spend time inside the Freddy Mercury Museum (entrance fees are not included), but in my case tour was finished after 90 Min. with a quick distanced Farewell. So my Overall-Rating is: Average
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