Tours and Tickets to Experience Stone Town
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Anthony_H, Mar 2026
A feast at Forodhani
Kassim provided a very insightful tour of Stone Town prior to going to Forodhani to try out the street food. At Forodhani, Kassim recommended trying a variety of fantastic dishes, starting with a Zanzibar pizza and sugar cane juice and ending with a crepe. I only wish that I had not had lunch as there was so much to try.
Andrea_R, Feb 2026
Amazing Food tour
Amazing way to see some of Stone Town and learn about local food. Juma was an outstanding guide who also helped us learn more about Ramadan and local traditions. The Zanzibar Mix soup was our favourite! So yummy. Would recommend this tour and Juma 10/10
Richard_E, Feb 2026
Stone Town's history and secrets
What a fabulous walking tour of Stone Town. My guide Ahmad had so much knowledge and stories to share. You simply must take the guided tour to enjoy the full experience and uncover the secrets of Stone Town's past.
Lora_G, Feb 2026
Fascinating city and tour !
Amina was a lovely guide! She was very knowledgeable about the history of Zanzibar. Stone Town was not itself as impressive to us as the history behind it. Prison Island and the beach cookout were also perfect. A great way to experience Zanzibar!
Maria_G, Jan 2026
The tour was just amazing...
The tour was just amazing from start to finish. Very knowledgeable and pleasant tour guide. Prison island, stone town and spice farm was the perfect way of knowing a bit more about the island.
Shelley_H, Feb 2026
Amazing tour
Rakib is fun entertaining and very knowledgeable. We had a good time and enjoyed the Stone Town tour with him.
Kevin_M, Jan 2026
We a great guide and a...
We a great guide and a great tour of the spice farm! We were surprised how many different spices and fruits we saw ! We then had a good tour of Stone Town , the market and a boat ride to Prison Island where we took in the views and saw the giant Tortoises!
Deborah_F, Dec 2025
A wealth of information
Very comprehensive history lesson and tour of Stone Town. Alfa was excellent. Extremely accommodating with the rain.
Anonymous, Dec 2025
Excellent tour
Excellent tour around Stone Town with a lot of details of the history of the place. Our guide was knowledgeable and with a warm personality.
Laura_S, Nov 2025
Mady was a great guide....
Mady was a great guide. Really interesting walking tour full of local and historical knowledge. He was friendly, happy to answer and questions and was prompt and polite in communicating the meeting time/ place. I am travelling solo so it was great to see areas of Stone Town which I wouldn't necessarily have felt comfortable heading to on my own. The tour offered a lot packed into 3 hours and there was the added comfort of being met and dropped back at my hotel afterwards.
Carol_L, Nov 2025
Learn the story of Zanzibar, Prison Island and StoneTown.
Our guide was knowledgeable and easy going. Did everything he could to please. We changed our mind on one stop and he was flexible. He taught us an incredible amount about the history of Zanzibar and StoneTown.
Marcis_G, Oct 2025
Relaxed and fantastic family day trip
It was a perfect day trip for a family. Lots of stunning views, great guide, and a relaxed trip with no rush and time to explore on our own. Seafood lunch was perfect with fries, calamari, kingfish, prawns, octopus, shrimps, lobster and fruits. Loved the swim and lunch at sand island and second part of trip to prison island and stone town. Driver did a good job on picking us up from Mora hotel and brought us back before the sun down. Overall great value for the price!
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- Some Stone Town-based tour providers specifically offer accessible tours for travelers with disabilities.
- Guided tours are recommended, as the winding streets can be hard to navigate alone.
- Home to Freddie Mercury’s birthplace, Stone Town is also a must see for Queen fans.
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What is Stone Town known for?
Also called Mij Mkongwe (“Old Town” in Swahili), Stone Town is the oldest part of Zanzibar City, the capital of Tanzania’s Zanzibar Island. Designated as a UNESCO World Heritage Site for its mix of Arab, Persian, Swahili, Indian, and European cultural influences, the former coastal trading town is famed for its bazaars and winding alleys.
Why is it called Stone Town?
The town’s buildings—most dating back to the 18th and 19th centuries—are constructed with coral rag, a pinkish limestone produced from coral reef, and supported with mangrove timber. This gives Stone Town its distinctive look. Another architectural feature is the intricately carved entranceways known as Zanzibar doors.
What is there to do in Stone Town?
Learn about the island’s Zanzibar Sultanate during a visit to the 19th-century Palace Museum, wander through the Old Fort, Stone Town’s oldest monument, observe people haggling over produce and seafood at Darajani Market, and honor the brutal fates of the people traded in Zanzibar at the Old Slave Market, once the largest of its kind.
How long should I spend in Stone Town?
A full day here will let you tick off most of the main sights. A guided tour—options abound, including food or history-themed tours— is most convenient for day trippers, as you’ll avoid getting lost in the labyrinth of streets. To soak up the unique atmosphere, aim for two or three days.
Can I drink alcohol or wear shorts in Stone Town?
Unless you’re at the beach, avoiding wearing shorts in Stone Town is best. Locals are used to seeing international tourists, but it’s best to show respect by covering up knees, chests, and shoulders. While alcohol is not part of Zanzibar’s culture, it is easy to find within licensed bars and restaurants.
What language do they speak in Stone Town?
Swahili is the official language of Zanzibar. It’s the primary language throughout East Africa, so learning a few greetings or basic phrases is a good idea. That said, both English and Arabic are commonly spoken on the island. People within tourist areas usually know other European languages, such as French or Italian.
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