Stone Town Travel Guide
Zanzibar Town





Visit Stone Town
Popular places to visit

Slave Market
An Anglican cathedral now stands on this site where slaves once suffered before being sold into harsh servitude.

Forodhani Gardens
Relax in this scenic tree-filled oceanside park that transforms into a lively and busy seafood market after the sun goes down.

Old Fort
Browse the stalls of the courtyard market and attend festivals in the amphitheater in the oldest site in the historic center.

House of Wonders
See one of the early buildings of Zanzibar’s modern development, with wide verandas overlooking the ocean and relics from the late 1800s.

Christ Church Cathedral
Admire the coral stone design and see the museum and memorial of this church that was built to celebrate the end of slavery.
Malindi Mosque
Malindi Mosque is just one of the places to see in Zanzibar Town, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Stroll along the seaside or visit the shops in the area.
Things to do

Mnemba Island: Dolphin Swim & Snorkeling with Optional Lunch

Zanzibar: Stone Town Historical Cultural Walking Guided Tour

Zanzibar: Stone Town, Spice Tour, Prison Island with Lunch

Paje: Private Transfers from Stone Town to Paje

From Zanzibar: Day Selous Game Reserve Safari with Lunch

Zanzibar: Prison Island & Nakupenda Sandbank Tour with Lunch
Top hotels in Stone Town

Tembo House Hotel
"The breakfast was definitely an interesting and so the second day we went out for breakfast. Staff in the hotel was great! However the Halls echo big time so when a cleaning person or other staff members in the whole talking to the staff member it's so loud it literally will wake you up in the middle ..."
Reviewed on 30 May 2026

Zanzibar Serena Hotel

Tembo B&B Apartments
"Great ocean/beach location, breakfast had good selection. The on-site manager was very accommodating."
Reviewed on 13 May 2026

Park Hyatt Zanzibar
"Everything was amazing, thank you"
Reviewed on 26 May 2026

Mizingani Seafront Hotel
"Very Nice hôtel Edith an antique charm Near stone town and 2 minutes Wallin to the ferry"
Reviewed on 17 May 2026

