Dar es Salaam City Center 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.
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.
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.
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.
Makumbusho Village
You can spend an afternoon browsing the exhibits at Makumbusho Village during your trip to Dar es Salaam. 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

Dar es Salaam Old Town Walking and Food Tour With Transfers

Full-Day -Where the Bush Meets the Beach from Dar es Salaam
Top hotels in Dar es Salaam City Center

Golden Tulip Dar Es Salaam City Center Hotel

Rainbow Hotel
Needs a good clean down
Reviewed on 26 Sept 2025

Tanzanite Executive Suites
Amazing staff and management 👏
Reviewed on 18 Apr 2026

Hotel Sapphire

Tiffany Diamond Hotels

Sleep Inn Hotel City Centre
There are quite a few hotels in Dar Es Salaam, but never judge a book by its cover. I have been to many different high price beautiful exterior hotels in Dar Es Salaam and none of them provided the service like Sleep Inn Hotel City Centre. Customer service is excellent and friendly staff, convenient ...
Reviewed on 17 Dec 2025
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Other neighbourhoods around Dar es Salaam City Center

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.

Mchafukoge
Mchafukoge is noteworthy for its waterfront views, and you can make a stop at top attractions like Uhuru Monument and Le Grande Casino.

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.

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.

Upanga East
Visitors to Upanga East like its beaches and restaurants, and Vijana Mall is a sight worth a stop.

Upanga West
While Upanga West isn't home to many top sights, Nyumba ya Sanaa and Kariakoo Market are some notable places to visit nearby.


