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Mnemba Island: Dolphin Swim & Snorkelling with Optional Lunch
Activity duration is 3 hours and 30 minutes
8.4 out of 10 with 100 reviews
Free cancellation available
Food, drink & nightlife
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Zanzibar: North Coast and Turtle Sanctuary Tour
Activity duration is 6 hours
8.8 out of 10 with 42 reviews
Free cancellation available
Classes & workshops
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Zanzibar: Stone Town & Spice Farm Tour with Lunch
Activity duration is 5 hours
9.2 out of 10 with 37 reviews
Free cancellation available
Holiday & seasonal tours
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Zanzibar: Prison Island & Nakupenda Sandbank Tour with Lunch
Activity duration is 6 hours
8.4 out of 10 with 31 reviews
Free cancellation available
Shopping & fashion
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Stone town walking tour ( City tour)
Activity duration is 2 hours and 30 minutes
9.4 out of 10 with 6 reviews
Free cancellation available
What to do in Zanzibar Town
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.
Shangani Beach
Why not spend a care-free afternoon at Shangani Beach during your travels in Zanzibar Town? Visit the shops and top-notch restaurants in this walkable area.
Slave Market
An Anglican cathedral now stands on this site where slaves once suffered before being sold into harsh servitude.
Old Fort
Browse the stalls of the courtyard market and attend festivals in the amphitheater in the oldest site in the historic center.
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.
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.
Hamamni Persian Baths
Learn about the local history of Zanzibar Town when you take a trip to Hamamni Persian Baths. Stroll along the seaside or visit the shops in the area.
Zanzibar Ferry Terminal
Explore the waterfront in Zanzibar Town with a trip to Zanzibar Ferry Terminal. Visit the area's shops or amble around its beautiful beaches.
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.
Areas of Zanzibar Town
Stone Town
4/5(33 area reviews)
Stone Town is popular for its abundant dining options, and if you're looking for more to see and do, you might think about a trip to Slave Market or House of Wonders.
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