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Stone Town Walking Tour

Stone Town Walking Tour

Stone Town

Duration

2 hours

Tour Type

Private

Overview

Explore the rich history and culture of Stone Town on a guided tour through its narrow alleys and vibrant markets. Admire the famous Zanzibar doors, visit landmarks like the Old Fort and Forodhani Park, and learn about the city’s unique blend of African, Arab, and European influences. A fascinating journey through Zanzibar’s past and present!

Highlights

Explore Stone Town with a professional guide

See the most important buildings and markets

Learn about the culture and history of Stone Town and Zanzibar

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Secure Payment

Free Cancellation

What's Included

Professional private guide

Water

Not Included

Personal expenses

Tips and gratuities

Meals or soft drinks

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Traveler Reviews

"We took two half-day excursions with Rafiki during our stay in Zanzibar. The trip to Stone Town was perfect; our guide, Sabra, spoke excellent Italian and accompanied us around the city, tailoring the..."

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Melissa Furano

August 2025

"We had a very good time we all Rafiki team, from the transfer wich was included until the stone town tour with a very nice guide, definitely recommend them. Nothing to say all was perfect."

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Jacky Djana

February 2026

"We spent 10 days in Zanzibar this summer and we are able to get the most of all the wonderful activities and sights on offer . Rafiki Tours provided tailored made excursions which allowed us to balan..."

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Hasina Hussain

August 2025

"Everything was well-organized through this organization. It was so easy and quick to contact and get answers to any questions. With Rafiki Tours, we went dolphin hunting (and even got to swim with the..."

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Angela Van Haasteren

October 2025

Frequently Asked Questions

Your guide will take you through the narrow alleys and vibrant markets of Stone Town, visiting key landmarks like the Old Fort, Forodhani Park, and the famous carved Zanzibar doors. You'll learn about the city's fascinating blend of African, Arab, and European influences.
The walking tour takes approximately 2 hours. If you combine it with another tour like Prison Island, Nakupenda Sandbank, or the Spice Farm, the total duration will be longer.
The tour involves walking through Stone Town's streets and alleys at a relaxed pace. It's suitable for most people, but please let us know in advance if you have any mobility concerns so we can adjust the route if needed.
The Old Slave Market, including the Anglican cathedral, slave chambers, and museum, is available as an optional add-on. We recommend adding it, it's a powerful and important part of Zanzibar's history.
Yes, though younger children may find a 2-hour walking tour less engaging. Children aged 3–11 can join at a reduced rate. Combining the tour with something more hands-on like Prison Island or Nakupenda Sandbank is a great option for families.
Yes! We offer popular combo options with the Spice Farm Tour, Prison Island, or Nakupenda Sandbank - all at a discounted price. It's a great way to make a full day of it.
We recommend wearing comfortable walking shoes, bringing water (though water is included), sunscreen, a hat, and a camera. Stone Town is a conservative area, so we suggest covering shoulders and knees as a sign of respect for local customs.
Tips are not included in the tour price but are always appreciated by your guide if you enjoyed the experience.
Yes, the tour can be cancelled up to 24 hours before the start time. Just send us a message on WhatsApp or an email with your booking reference and we will issue a full refund to the original payment method.
The remaining 80% can be paid after the tour in cash (we accept euros, dollars and tanzanian shillings with their respective rates) or by card in advance (+5% fee). If you would like to pay by card please let us know the day before the tour. Alternatively, you can pay the full amount by card when booking without any fees.

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