Best things to do in Stone Town

Stone Town Unmissables

Stone Town's labyrinthine alleys showcase a unique blend of Swahili, Arab, Indian, and European architecture. This UNESCO World Heritage site features landmark structures like the House of Wonders and the 17th-century Old Fort. Visitors can explore the somber history of the Old Slave Market, visit the ornate Old Dispensary, and see the childhood home of Freddie Mercury. The area is also home to religious landmarks, including the Anglican Christ Church and the twin-towered St. Joseph’s Cathedral, alongside bustling traditional markets and historic Persian baths.

Stone Town Unmissables — Map

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Stone Town

Stonetown of Zanzibar, also known as Mji Mkongwe, is the old part of Zanzibar City, the main city of Zanzibar, in Tanzania.

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House of Wonders

The House of Wonders or Palace of Wonders is a landmark building in Stone Town, Zanzibar.

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Old Fort

The Old Fort, also known as the Arab Fort and by other names, is a fortification located in Stone Town, the capital of Zanzibar.

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Old Dispensary

Old Dispensary or the Old Dispensary may refer to:

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Old Slave Market

Visit the statue that commemorates the existence of slave trade on this very spot. There are also two slave chambers still accessible.

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Freddie Mercury's House

The childhood home of Queen's lead singer, Farrokh Bulsara, now serves as a museum documenting his early life in Zanzibar and his rise to global rock stardom.

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Sultan's Palace

The Sultan's Palace is one of the main historical buildings of Stone Town, Zanzibar, Tanzania.

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Christ Church

Christ Church is an Anglican cathedral in Stone Town, Zanzibar, Tanzania. It belongs to the Anglican Church of Tanzania.

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St. Joseph's Cathedral

The Roman Catholic cathedral of St. Joseph is one of the most important historical buildings in Stone Town, Zanzibar, as well as one of its…

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Hamamni Persian Baths

The Hamamni Persian Baths is located in a historical building of Stone Town, Zanzibar.

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Zanzibar Old Town Market

This place is always full of life, be it early morning or dusk time. Lots of street food and souvenirs to choose from.

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Tippu Tip's House

Tippu Tip's House is a historical building in Stone Town, Zanzibar, located in Suicide Alley in the Shangani ward near the Africa House…

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Jami Mosque

A central place of worship for the local Muslim community, featuring traditional Islamic architectural elements common to the historic Stone Town district.

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Friday Mosque

Ijumaa Mosque is a mosque in Stone Town, Zanzibar, Tanzania. The mosque was completely renovated in 1994 in the modern arabesque style.

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KCB Bank

A commercial bank providing ATM services and foreign currency exchange for visitors and residents in the heart of Stone Town.

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