Stone Town
Zanzibar Town
Visit Stone Town
Popular places to visit
Forodhani Gardens
Relax in this scenic tree-filled oceanside park that transforms into a lively and busy seafood market after the sun goes down.
Slave Market
An Anglican cathedral now stands on this site where slaves once suffered before being sold into harsh servitude.
Old Fort
Browse the stalls of the courtyard market and attend festivals in the amphitheater in the oldest site in the historic center.
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.
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.
Zanzibar Ferry Terminal
Explore the waterfront in Zanzibar Town with a trip to Zanzibar Ferry Terminal. Visit the area's shops or amble around its beautiful beaches.
Things to do
Quad Adventures in Zanzibar: Nungwi / Kendwa
Top hotels in Stone Town
Tembo House Hotel
Rooms were good. Stay was comfortable, we had an issue with hot water which was rectified within 12 hrs Staff was awesome and so was the food during breakfast. Thank you for making our stay memorable.
Reviewed on Jan 8, 2026
Park Hyatt Zanzibar
It was an amazing experience the best hotel in stone town
Reviewed on Jan 4, 2026
Zanzibar Serena Hotel
The room was beautiful and very clean. Staff were very pleasant and helpful. The food was wonderful. And a great location for walking around Stone Town which was very safe. In all an excellent stay.
Reviewed on Nov 16, 2025
Maru Maru Hotel
The room was clean. Staff is very friendly and helpfull. There was no free breakfast.
Reviewed on Dec 29, 2025
Tembo B&B Apartments
All clean and very polite staff. Breakfast was amazing.
Reviewed on Jan 3, 2026
Dhow Palace Hotel
Very happy with our stay. The room was spacious and clean, the staff very helpful and location of the hotel was great.
Reviewed on Jan 2, 2026
