Take a walk down Zanzibar's memory lane in the company of a knowledgeable guide. The historical section of Stone Town is now an acknowledged UNESCO World Heritage. Its narrow streets and most of the houses bordering these are past one and a half centuries old and stand witness to times bygone.
Discover the ancient slave market and cells, the National Museum, the House of Wonders, the Old Fort, the Sultan's Palace as well as cathedrals and mosques. The visit includes time to shop for souvenirs and handicrafts in the animated bazaars.
Stone Town is punctuated with major historical buildings, several of which are found on the seafront; these include former palaces of the sultans, fortifications, churches, mosques, and other institutional buildings and so much more
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Zanzibar: Iconic of Zanzibar Historical Walking Tour
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Highlights
Explore the narrow streets and houses of Stone Town with a guide
Learn about the history of Zanzibar and its role in the slave trade
See the ancient slave market and cells and the National Museum
Itinerary
Product details
Discover the history of Zanzibar on a walking tour of Stone Town. See the ancient slave market and cells, the National Museum, the House of Wonders, the Old Fort, and the Sultan's Palace.
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What's included
Guided tour of Stone Town
Time to shop for souvenirs and handicrafts
Tipp Tippu House
Visit Freddie Mercury House
Visit to the House of Wonders
Visit to the Old Fort
Visit to the Sultan's Palace
Visit to the ancient slave market and cells
lunch
tip
Eligibility
Adult: 18–99 years old
Child: 1–17 years old
Change & cancellation policies
If a cancellation request is submitted before 12:00 AM, 1 day(s) prior to the date of use, no cancellation fee will be charged.
If a cancellation request is submitted after 12:00 AM 1 day(s) before the date of use, a fee of 100% will be charged.
If a discount is applied, the cancellation fee will be calculated based on the original price before the discount and will not exceed the amount paid.
Partial refund is not available.
Important note
Programme
Half-day excursion. Starting around 9:00 am.
You may choose a private excursion, which allows you to set your desired time of departure.
Recommendations
It is advisable to wear walking shoes and a hat or cap and to bring some money if you wish to buy souvenirs, local handicraft and artifacts.
Items recommended to bring:
Camera
Cash
Not allowed items:
Flash photography
Not suitable for:
People with altitude sickness
Good to know:
Half-day excursion. Starting around 9:00 am.
It is advisable to wear walking shoes and a hat or cap and to bring some money if you wish to buy souvenirs, local handicraft and artifacts.
Programme
Recommendations
You may choose a private excursion, which allows you to set your desired time of departure.
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