Upanga West Travel Guide
Dar es Salaam
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Popular places to visit
Coco Beach
If a restful holiday is part of your travel plans, Coco Beach might be the perfect place to visit during your trip to Dar es Salaam. While you're here, you can savour the top-notch restaurants.
Port of Dar es Salaam
Explore the waterfront in Dar es Salaam with a trip to Port of Dar es Salaam. Wander the waterfront and beaches in the area.
Kariakoo Market
During your trip to Dar es Salaam, you can browse for the perfect souvenirs at Kariakoo Market. Wander the area's beautiful beaches or simply enjoy one of its top-notch restaurants.
Zanzibar Ferry Terminal
Explore the waterfront in Dar es Salaam with a trip to Zanzibar Ferry Terminal. While you're in the area, stroll along the beautiful beaches.
Mbezi Beach
Why not spend a lazy afternoon at Mbezi Beach during your trip to Dar es Salaam? Stroll along the area's seaside or simply enjoy its restaurants.
The Slipway
During your visit to Msasani Peninsula, you can enjoy retail therapy at The Slipway. Stroll along the area's beautiful beaches or simply savour its top-notch restaurants.
Things to do
Mikumi – Tanzania’s Best-Kept Safari Secret"
Swim at Salam Cave & Relax at Mtende Beach – Zanzibar Tour
Full-Day -Where the Bush Meets the Beach from Dar es Salaam
Mikumi Safari Tour: Day Trip Return Flight From Zanzibar
Top hotels in Upanga West
Crowne Plaza Dar es Salaam by IHG
The service was implacable. Rooms are very clean.
Reviewed on 12 Apr 2026
Four Points by Sheraton Dar es Salaam New Africa
Clean room Staff Breakfast Bar
Reviewed on 17 Apr 2026
Dar Es Salaam Serena Hotel
Delicious
Reviewed on 23 Apr 2026
Sea Cliff Hotel
The morning breakfast staff was amazing. The room was well-appointed and very clean. The restaurants on the property were excellent. Would highly recommend this hotel. Ocean view's were spectacular.
Reviewed on 23 Feb 2026
Hyatt Regency Dar Es Salaam, The Kilimanjaro
Amazing views, fantastic attentive staff, clean rooms, delicious food. Great service and central location, thoroughly recommend for an enjoyable experience
Reviewed on 12 Apr 2026
Onomo Hotel Dar es Salaam
Nice
Reviewed on 14 Apr 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Upanga West
Upanga East
Visitors to Upanga East like its beaches and restaurants, and Vijana Mall is a sight worth a stop.
Kisutu
Uncover some of the top draws of Kisutu like its restaurants and waterfront views. If you're hoping to see more of the larger area, stop by Zanzibar Ferry Terminal or Kariakoo Market.
Dar es Salaam City Center
While Dar es Salaam City Center isn't home to many top sights, Zanzibar Ferry Terminal and Kariakoo Market are some notable places to visit nearby.
Kariakoo
Restaurants and shopping are just a few things travellers like about Kariakoo. A stop by Kariakoo Market is also recommended if you've got time to explore the area.
Kivukoni
Kivukoni is noteworthy for its waterfront views, and you can make a stop at top attractions like Zanzibar Ferry Terminal and Dar es Salaam International Conference Centre.
Mchafukoge
Mchafukoge is noteworthy for its waterfront views, and you can make a stop at top attractions like Uhuru Monument and Le Grande Casino.
