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Stone Town Tours

About this experience

The tour starts on the main City market, which was opened in 1904, you will then get a comprehensive view of the Stone Town architecture, its sand and stone ancient built houses, some of them have Arab/Indian with carved doors with brass studs, carved balconies you will also get the chance to see the old post office and Freddy Mercury house. Our next stop will be at the Anglican Cathedral of Christ, on the site of the Old Slave Market. From here we continue our tour to Sultans Palace Museum, House of wonders (Beit-el-ajaib) , next to this you can also see the Old Arab Fort. The Old Stone Town is a World Heritage declared by UNESCO in more than a decade now.

Sites visited, Main City market of Darajani, Anglican Church, Slave Market, Hindu Tample, Hamamni Baths, Palace Museum, House of Wonders, Old Arab Fort, Forodhani Garden, Spices Shops and Souveniers.

At a glance

  • Duration: 30 min–1 hr
  • Private experience

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Time on the tour30 min–1 hr
Getting therePickup offeredSee pickup details
Guide languagesGerman (live guide), English (live guide), zh-CN (live guide), Italian (live guide), French (live guide), Spanish (live guide)
Tour arrangementPrivate experience

Set aside 30 min–1 hr for the experience itself, with additional time to reach your meeting or pickup point.

Before you go

  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels

What is included

  • Bottled water
  • Air-conditioned vehicle
  • Parking Fees

Not included

  • Tip
  • Alcoholic Beverages

Itinerary and highlights

Our guide we pick you up at the airport or hotel and accompany you to discover the old fort

Meeting and pickup information

  • We Will pickup from your hotel or Airport to Stone town

Languages and tickets

  • German — Guide
  • English — Guide
  • zh-CN — Guide
  • Italian — Guide
  • French — Guide
  • Spanish — Guide
  • Mobile Only

Tour operator

  • Suncoast Zanzibar Tours

Accessibility and practical details

  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
  • Specialized infant seats are available
  • Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
  • All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
  • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels

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 30 min–1 hr.
What are the pickup arrangements?
We Will pickup from your hotel or Airport to Stone town
Which guide languages are listed?
German (live guide), English (live guide), zh-CN (live guide), Italian (live guide), French (live guide), Spanish (live guide).
What ticket format is listed?
Mobile ticket.
What ticket age bands are listed?
Child tickets: age 0–9; Adult tickets: age 10+. 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
All areas and surfaces 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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