As a must-visit location, Stone Town offers walking tours to help you appreciate the UNESCO World Heritage site better. A guided tour reveals the history of this fascinating place that can be uncovered by visiting the numerous sites such as the House of Wonders, Old Fort, Freddie Mercury’s childhood home, and the chilling Slave Market. Apart from that, you will also be able to experience the rich heritage of Zanzibar through its peacock bas-reliefs scattered across the island. It was indeed a place of multicultural interaction where Arabs met Africans, Persians, Indians, and Europeans.
Known famously as the “Spice Island”, Zanzibar offers intriguing spice tours starting from Stone Town. Zanzibar is so rich in spices like cloves, cinnamon, cardamom, vanilla, and nutmeg, and this city would give you the perfect chance to discover them. The culinary adventures do not stop there; you can also visit the local markets and taste street specialties such as Zanzibar pizza, sample Swahili meals beside the ocean, and do not forget to take a plate of the famous Zanzibari biryani. This wonderful experience will forever make you appreciate the spices that shaped the history of the island, its culture and economy.
The highlight of mesmerizing activities is to sail on a wooden traditional dhow boat at sunset. Travelers take in stunning views while the sun sets below the Indian Ocean and lights up the historical skyline of Zanzibar stone town. The sunrise and sunset cruises are often accompanied with live drinks and taarab music, wonderfully refreshing picture moments, and mesmerizing memories of the Zanzibar’s exuberant setting.