Kariakoo Travel Guide
Dar es Salaam
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.
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.
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 Kariakoo
Chelsea Hotel
Sleep Inn Hotel Kariakoo
Beddings.
Reviewed on 28 Dec 2025
City Crown Hotel
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
Crowne Plaza Dar es Salaam by IHG
The service was implacable. Rooms are very clean.
Reviewed on 12 Apr 2026
Dar Es Salaam Serena Hotel
Other neighbourhoods around Kariakoo
Mchafukoge
Mchafukoge is noteworthy for its waterfront views, and you can make a stop at top attractions like Uhuru Monument and Le Grande Casino.
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.
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.
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.
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.
