Stone Town, the historic heart of Zanzibar City, is a UNESCO World Heritage Site and a maze of narrow alleys, busy markets and grand old buildings. The easiest way to understand it is on foot with a local guide.
Highlights of the walking tour
Your walk takes in the famous carved wooden doors, the Old Fort, the House of Wonders area and the colourful Darajani Market, where locals buy spices, fish and fresh produce. You will visit the Anglican Cathedral, built on the site of the former slave market, a moving reminder of the island’s past.
Along the way, your guide shares stories of the Arab, Persian, Indian and European influences that shaped the town. The tour ends near Forodhani Gardens, where the waterfront comes alive in the evening with street food stalls.
Wear comfortable shoes and modest clothing that covers shoulders and knees.
