Walk through the narrowest street in the world Zanzibar’s ancient town which is rich in history, culture and architectural wonders that dates back to the 7th century. This UNESCO listed world heritage site is famous for its iconic doorways that blend the typical African style with Indian and Arabic designs, During the walking tour you can see mosques, churches and temples side to side, immerse yourself in the vibrant local market, the house of wonders, and the site of the former slave market.
Highlights
3 hours
Offered in German (Deutsch) & 4 Others
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
3 hours
Offered in German (Deutsch) & 4 Others
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
What's Included
Entrance fee at Slave Market
Professional tour guide
Bottle of water
Tips/Gratuities for the guide
Any cost of personal nature
Transfers to and from your hotel
Meeting Points
Departure
Old Fort
We will meet you in front of old fort at the entrance gate
Return
Important Information
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Public transportation options are available nearby
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Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
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Suitable for all physical fitness levels
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This is a private tour/activity. Only your group will participate
Cancellation policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
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For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the experience’s start time.
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Cut-off times are based on the experience’s local time.
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If you cancel less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
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This experience requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund.
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Any changes made less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time will not be accepted.
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Walk through the narrowest street in the world Zanzibar’s ancient town which is rich in history, culture and architectural wonders that dates back to the 7th century. This UNESCO listed world heritage site is famous for its iconic doorways that blend the typical African style with Indian and Arabic designs, During the walking tour you can see mosques, churches and temples side to side, immerse yourself in the vibrant local market, the house of wonders, and the site of the former slave market.
Highlights
3 hours
Offered in German (Deutsch) & 4 Others
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
3 hours
Offered in German (Deutsch) & 4 Others
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
What's Included
Entrance fee at Slave Market
Professional tour guide
Bottle of water
Tips/Gratuities for the guide
Any cost of personal nature
Transfers to and from your hotel
Meeting Points
Departure
Old Fort
We will meet you in front of old fort at the entrance gate
Return
Itinerary
1
House of Wonders (Beit-el-Ajaib)
The house of wonder.
The first biggest house in all east
africa was constructed in zanzibar and it named as a house of wonder by possesing particular features of having
electricity, water tape system , elevator where there is no any other house having such amazing things, Was
constructed by the third sultan of zanzibar said baraghash in 1883 ...for more learning book with us
30 minutes
2
The Old Fort (Ngome Kongwe)
When visiting Stone Town, you cannot miss the Old Fort. It’s history tells the story of Zanzibar in a nutshell.
Old Fort is one of the oldest buildings in Stone Town, First used by the Portuguese then turned into an Arab Fort then used as a Zanzibar train station and now as the cultural center of Stone Town it hosts festivals like Sauti za Busara and Zanzibar International Film Festivals
Originally built by the Portuguese in the 17th century and later re-built by the Omanis in the 18th century. It is free to visit, and cultural festivals and happenings are often organized in the inner courts of the fort.
30 minutes
3
Old Slave Market/Anglican Cathedral
The Anglican Cathedral of Christ Church was built in Stone Town (the old part of Zanzibar city) in the place where the biggest slave market of Eastern Africa operated
Outside the Cathedral, there is a stone monument showing four people enchained by their necks as a way of reproducing the way in which slaves were offered to buyers.
The trade of slaves was the main activity and it commercially linked Europeans (who used slaves for plantations in the Indian Ocean) with African rulers. By the 19th century, the Zanzibar Sultanate stood out for being the main slave market in Eastern Africa due to its strategic location in the Indian Ocean. It is estimated that between 1830 and 1873, around 600,000 people were sold as merchandise and thousands of other people visited the place temporarily.
40 minutes
4
St. Joseph's Roman Catholic Cathedral
Is an important historical building located in the Baghani area of Stone Town, Zanzibar. It was built by French missionaries between 1893 and 1898, and the plans were drawn by the same French architect who designed the cathedral in Marseilles, France. The defining characteristic of the cathedral are its twin spires (similar to those of Marseille’s church) which are prominent elements of the Stone Town’s skyline and can be easily spotted from a distance off the coast. The cathedral interior is painted with murals from the Old Testament. The tiles and stained glass windows were all imported from France. The cathedral is in regular use by Stone Town’s Catholic community. There are several masses held each Sunday and occasionally on weekdays.
15 minutes
5
Freddie Mercury Museum
Did you know that Freddie Mercury was born in Zanzibar? Stone Town is the birthplace of the famous Queen singer and is the capital of the island of Zanzibar, a real paradise in Tanzania.
Freddie Mercury House is located in the interesting old town of Stone Town, one of the most important historic cities in East Africa and is recognized as a UNESCO World Heritage Site.