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Stone Town Secrets & Hidden Gems: Free Walking Tour by Local Expert

9.4 (257)

Join us on this Stone Town Walking Tour. Discover this city built in 1830 by Oman, with local, Iranian, Portuguese, Arab and Indian influences. A unique experience in Zanzibar. Join now.

Provided by Alfa Tours & Safaris

2h 30min

9:00 AM, 12:00 PM +2 More +2 More

2h 30min

9:00 AM, 12:00 PM +2 More +2 More

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Stone Town's History, Culture, Spice Market, Slavery and Local's Life

9.8 (178)

oin Mudikei, Zanzibar's top guide, on an unforgettable walking tour! Discover the heart of the city, its hidden gems, and its rich history as you explore Zanzibar inside and out. Don't miss this unique adventure!

Provided by Mk Tours and Travel

2h 30min

9:05 AM, 12:00 PM +1 More +1 More

2h 30min

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Stone Town Complete Guide: Free Walking Small Group Tour

8.8 (138)

Join us and discover the magic of Stone Town! Explore the Spice Market and follow the Heritage Trail through Zanzibar’s most historic streets with a top-rated local guide. A cultural journey you won’t want to miss!

Provided by Mk Tours and Travel

2h 30min

9:10 AM, 12:05 PM +1 More +1 More

2h 30min

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Stone Town Serenity Shopping Free Tour

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Enjoy a relaxed cultural tour designed for comfort. Explore historic landmarks at a gentle pace with engaging storytelling, scenic photo stops, and frequent rest breaks. A meaningful, stress-free walking experience for senior travelers.

Provided by Hossen Ali

3 hours

3:00 AM, 4:00 AM +2 More +2 More

3 hours

3:00 AM, 4:00 AM +2 More +2 More

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Free Zanzibar Tour: Hidden History & Local Life

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Explore Stone Town with a local guide! Discover hidden streets, rich Swahili culture, and fascinating history on this free walking tour. Experience everyday life in Zanzibar’s heart through its unique sights and stories.

Provided by Awadh

3 hours

9:30 AM

3 hours

9:30 AM

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Free Tour: A Walk Through Stone Town Popular Historical Sites

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Explore Stone Town on foot through its narrow alleys, lively markets, and historic landmarks. Discover rich Swahili culture, spice history, and stunning architecture in this UNESCO World Heritage Site filled with stories of the past.

Provided by Ali Polepole

2h 30min

9:00 AM, 12:00 PM +2 More +2 More

2h 30min

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Free Prison Island Tour From Stone Town Zanzibar

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Join a free tour to Prison Island from Stone Town! Discover historic prison ruins, encounter giant Aldabra tortoises, and enjoy a short scenic boat ride while exploring this unique island’s charm.

Provided by Ali Polepole

2h 30min

10:00 AM, 12:00 PM +2 More +2 More

2h 30min

10:00 AM, 12:00 PM +2 More +2 More

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Stone Town Walking Tour: UNESCO Heritage with Local Guide

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Hi! I’m Iddi, your certified guide. Join my Stone Town tour to experience the magic of Zanzibar. We’ll walk through centuries of history, embrace local culture, and uncover the hidden gems of this UNESCO site. Let’s explore together!

Provided by Iddi Abrahmani

2h 30min

9:30 AM, 3:15 PM

2h 30min

9:30 AM, 3:15 PM

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Stone Town History and Cultural Free Walking Tour

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Join a 3-hour Free Walking Tour in Stone Town and discover its fascinating history, cultural treasures, and local lifestyle. Explore markets, landmarks, and hidden corners that reveal the true spirit of Zanzibar.

Provided by Zanzibar Home Taxi and Tours

3 hours

9:30 AM, 1:30 PM

3 hours

9:30 AM, 1:30 PM

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Stone Town Zanzibar Free Tour

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Discover Zanzibar's Stone Town on an exciting guided tour. Explore this vibrant neighborhood and marvel at its highlights, including Freddie Mercury's childhood home, the Old Fort, and the Old Dispensary.

Provided by Giklik

2h 30min

9:30 AM, 1:30 PM

2h 30min

9:30 AM, 1:30 PM

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834 Reviews in Zanzibar

"Informative tour with polite guide"

It was a nice and insightful tour. Thank you very much

"An excellent tour of Stonetown by knowledgeable guide"

My wife and I thoroughly enjoyed our tour of Stonetown with our guide, Mohammed. He entertained us with the history of the old city and with explanations of the current realities of life here. It...

"Mohammad is 11/10"

Mohammad was absolutely amazing - super knowledgeable, answered all of our questions and gave different theories and points of view. The tour was interesting and with just right amount of...

"5 on the vibes"

Alfa was proactive in communicating with us through WhatsApp before the tour to say hello and see if a slight time change would work for us. Of course, hakuna matata. He took his time telling us...

"Khamis at Giklik"

Khamis was an excellent guide. He shared more about the history and culture of Zanzibar than another guide. I had two guided tours: one with Khamis and another one for an evening tour. Khamis was...

"Stonetown Tour with Muhammad"

We enjoyed the tour very much. It was funny, interesting and well organized. Would definetly recommend it!

"Stone town tour"

Muhammad was an amazing guide that throughly explained everything in detail, had a great time with him! Highly recommend

"Stone Town Tour"

We decided on very short notice (i.e., 1 hour prior ????) to do a tour an booked one with Alfa Tours - who made it possible! We even had a private tour with us 2 only. Learned a lot about Stone...

"Amazing historical tour of Zanzibar"

Amazing tour with Alfa today. Even though we were the only people present today, Alfa took more than 2h30 to show us around town and explain the history of Zanzibar. He's passionate and has a lot...

"Great time!"

Ali was a great guide! We enjoy the visit thought the city.

"Great tour of Stonetown"

Mudakai was an awesome guide. He was knowledgeable and really took us on an informational tour of Stonetown. Thoroughly enjoyed it. We would recommend MK tours and especially this guide.

"Great tour"

Ali was a great Guide who showed us around in Stone Town and told us a lot about the history of Zanzibar and the culture today. He has great knowledge and was always happy to answer all our...

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