5/5 - Excellent
Verified traveler
So much history, the beaches are beautiful, the food is good!
Zanzibar Town
Travel Guide
Visit Zanzibar Town
Where to stay in Zanzibar Town
Stone Town
4/5(179 area reviews)
Stone Town is known for its abundant dining options, and you can plan a trip to Slave Market and Old Fort while you're in town.
Tembo House Hotel
Forodhani Street, Zanzibar Town
Stay at this 4-star beach hotel in Zanzibar Town. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and 3 outdoor pools. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular ...
Maru Maru Hotel
Gizenga Street, Shangani, Zanzibar Town, Zanzibar
Stay at this 3-star beach hotel in Zanzibar Town. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a rooftop terrace. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular ...
Park Hyatt Zanzibar
Shangani Street, Stone Town, Zanzibar Town
Stay at this 5-star luxury hotel in Zanzibar Town. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. ...
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
AYAA LUXURY APARTMENT 4TH FLOOR
Kikwajuni House No 40, 40, Zanzibar Town, Mjini Magharibi Region
Stay at this 3.5-star apartment in Zanzibar Town. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a beach shuttle (surcharge). Popular attractions Kariakoo Amusement Park ...
Villa Andrea
Chukwani, Zanzibar Town, Mjini Magharibi Region
Stay at this 3-star beach villa in Zanzibar Town. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a beach locale. Popular attractions Kariakoo Amusement Park and Peace Memorial ...
Mama's House
Mzee khamis Street, Beit-el-raas, House 14, Zanzibar Town, Mjini Magharibi Region
Stay at this 3-star apartment in Zanzibar Town. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and free airport pick-up. Popular attractions Masingini Forest and Chapwani Island ...
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
Popular places to visit
Slave Market
4.5/5(83 reviews)
Find out about the history of Zanzibar Town when you take a trip to Slave Market. Stroll along the seaside or visit the shops in the area.
Shangani Beach
4/5(7 reviews)
Why not spend a carefree afternoon at Shangani Beach during your travels in Zanzibar Town? Check out the shops and top-notch restaurants in this culturally rich area.
Forodhani Gardens
4/5(55 reviews)
Explore the great outdoors at Forodhani Gardens, a lovely green space in Zanzibar Town. Stroll along the area's beautiful beaches, or simply savor its top-notch restaurants.
Old Fort
4/5(73 reviews)
Find out about the history of Zanzibar Town when you take a trip to Old Fort. Wander the area's beautiful beaches or simply enjoy one of its top-notch restaurants.
Zanzibar Ferry Terminal
3.5/5(18 reviews)
Explore the waterfront in Zanzibar Town with a trip to Zanzibar Ferry Terminal. Visit the area's shops or amble around its beautiful beaches.
House of Wonders
3.5/5(30 reviews)
You can browse the exhibits at House of Wonders, a museum with a story of its own, during your trip to Zanzibar Town. Make time to visit the area's shops, or simply enjoy its top-notch restaurants.
Things to do
Quad Adventures in Zanzibar: Nungwi / Kendwa
$74
per traveler
Zanzibar: Prison Island & Nakupenda Sandbank Tour with Lunch
$63
per adult
80% of travellers recommend
From Zanzibar: Mikumi Day Safari trip with Flights and Meal
$650
per traveler
100% of travellers recommend
Day Safari tour to Selous Game Reserve from Zanzibar
$425
per adult
Zanzibar: Prison Island and Nakupenda Boat Trip with Lunch
$55
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
From Zanzibar: Mikumi Safari Day Trip with Flights and Meal
$480
per adult
80% of travellers recommend
Reviews of Zanzibar Town
4.3
Top Destination
5/5 - Excellent
Verified traveler
I can easily see why Stone Town was designated a UNESCO World Heritage site! The history and culture there is indeed a treasure. I can only hope that tourism will help, not hinder, the preservation of this amazing place!
4/5 - Good
Verified traveler
The town is lovely- narrow streets and friendly people. However the high level of men offering personal tours or the Hakuna Mataram” wraps or scarves was not comfortable. Was very happy to leave that scene.
5/5 - Excellent
Verified traveler
Get ready for a great time with excellent people
4/5 - Good
Verified traveler
Sharpen your bartering skills before heading out onto the streets!
3/5 - Okay
Lynn
You can visit the town in a day, recommend staying outside of town at a beach resort if that is your interest.
- Slave Market
- Shangani Beach
- Forodhani Gardens
- Old Fort
- Zanzibar Ferry Terminal
- House of Wonders
- Chapwani Island
- Christ Church Cathedral
- Darajani Market
- Malindi Mosque
- Mbweni Ruins
- Hamamni Persian Baths
- Beit el-Sahel
- People's Palace Museum
- Peace Memorial Museum
- Marahubi Palace
- Freddie Mercury Museum
- Shakti Temple
- Livingstone's House
- Jaw's Corner
- Masingini Forest