Stone Town Travel Guide
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Popular places to visit
Slave Market
4.5/5(7 reviews)
An Anglican cathedral now stands on this site where slaves once suffered before being sold into harsh servitude.
Forodhani Gardens
4/5(4 reviews)
Relax in this scenic tree-filled oceanside park that transforms into a lively and busy seafood market after the sun goes down.
Old Fort
4.5/5(6 reviews)
Browse the stalls of the courtyard market and attend festivals in the amphitheater in the oldest site in the historic center.
Zanzibar Ferry Terminal
3.5/5(4 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(5 reviews)
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
4/5(3 reviews)
Admire the coral stone design and see the museum and memorial of this church that was built to celebrate the end of slavery.
Activities
Zanzibar: Prison Island & Nakupenda Sandbank Tour with Lunch
AU$55
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Zanzibar: Prison Island and Nakupenda Boat Trip with Lunch
AU$65
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Private Full Day Jozani, Paje Beach and Rock Restaurant Tour
AU$101
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Mnemba Dolphin Tour, Jozani Forest Tour, The Rock, Prison Island
AU$225
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Stone Town Private Walking Tour
AU$52
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Stone town, Prison island, Nakupenda with snorkelling & lunch
AU$201
per adult
Our pick of the best Stone Town Hotel Deals
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 ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (838 reviews)
"Great place to stay in downtown area. It is right on the beach!"
Reviewed on 10 Jul. 2025
Maru Maru Hotel
Gizenga Street, Shangani, Zanzibar Town, Zanzibar
The price is AU$359 per night from 22 July to 23 July
AU$359
22 July - 23 July
includes taxes & fees
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 ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (536 reviews)
"The hotel was very nice. Good customer service 👍"
Reviewed on 5 Jul. 2025
Golden Tulip Stonetown Boutique
Malindi Road, Stone Town, Zanzibar Town
The price is AU$163 per night from 12 Aug to 13 Aug
AU$163
12 Aug - 13 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly hotel in Zanzibar Town. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a rooftop terrace. Popular attractions Zanzibar Ferry Terminal ...
8/10 Very Good! (105 reviews)
"much improved stay this time, same room just by chance"
Reviewed on 30 May 2025
Park Hyatt Zanzibar
Shangani Street, Stone Town, Zanzibar Town
The price is AU$730 per night from 3 Aug to 4 Aug
AU$730
3 Aug - 4 Aug
includes taxes & fees
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. ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (248 reviews)
"Awesome location and view of the Indian Ocean. From our balcony we had direct view of the beach and the ocean. The room was spacious, with nice and comfortable furniture, and bedding. Very nicely decorated. Very clean and one of the best stays that we had. Staff were super nice and accommodating. ..."
Reviewed on 5 May 2025
Tembo B&B Apartments
Shangani St., Stone Town, Zanzibar Town, Mjini Magharibi
Stay at this 4-star beach hotel in Zanzibar Town. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and 3 outdoor pools. Popular attractions Freddie Mercury Museum and Shangani ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (103 reviews)
"Hotel has buildings spread around the neighbourhood our room was150m from the main hotel and breakfast area. The positive was it was more quite to the road and call to prey noice! Breakfast was good. Although a larger hotel it doesn’t sell alcohol so you tend not to use the facilities of an ..."
Reviewed on 27 Jun. 2025
Mizingani Seafront Hotel
Mizingani Road, Malindi district, Zanzibar Town
Stay at this 4-star beach hotel in Zanzibar Town. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (381 reviews)
"The position and staff. The staff are extremely welcoming and the position is fairly central in Stone Town"
Reviewed on 1 Jul. 2025
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.
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