"STONE TOWN" Top 5 Page for this destination Zanzibar Town by DAO

Zanzibar Town Travel Guide: 245 reviews and 643 photos

THE COLONIAL HEART OF ZANZIBAR

Stone Town is the story of Zanzibar itself. Old wooden Omani doors open up into huge cavernous buildings full of families that fear their collapse during the rainy season. British colonial architecture and even a French Cathedral view with the markets and Mosques to form the crazy narrow streets that make up a fantastic mosaic of life. From the Arab Fort you can see the port that brought colonial powers and sea traders. You can also glimpse the incredible natural beauty that not only is on Zanzibar Island, but is surrounded by it.

KARIBU STONE TOWN! Welcome!

VIEW TOWARDS THE PORT

THE WOODEN DOORS OF ZANZIBAR

Pros and Cons

Pros:HISTORY, GREAT FOOD, INTERESTING THINGS TO SEE
Cons:EASY TO GET LOST (NOT FOR LONG)
In a nutshell:COLLISION OF EMPIRE, ARAB, AFRICAN & INDIAN CULTURE

Last visit to Zanzibar Town: May 2005
Intro Updated Mar 15, 2007
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Reviews (49)

THE SHORTEST WAR IN HISTORY Local Customs (11)

Zanzibar fought the world’s shortest war against the British Empire – and lost after 38 minutes. Sultan Hamad bin... more travel advice

USE THE ATM'S FOR CASH Things to Do (15)

Life changes, guidebooks are out of date and some VT tips need to be removed. There are ATM’s on Zanzibar. 4 in fact and... more travel advice

USE THE ATM'S FOR CASH Things to Do (15)

Life changes, guidebooks are out of date and some VT tips need to be removed. There are ATM’s on Zanzibar. 4 in fact and... more travel advice

SMALL AND PERFECT Transportation (5)

PRECISION AIR is a small well-run airline based in Tanzania. Unlike many airlines that fly you about 6 miles above the... more travel advice

Nightlife (2)
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Off The Beaten Path (2)
See All THE FINEST BEACHES ARE IN THE EAST
Tourist Traps (1)
THE BIRTHPLACE OF FREDDIE MERCURY HOUSE
Hotels (3)
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Shopping (3)
See All GRACE'S PLACE
Warnings and Dangers (2)
See All THE BEACH BOYS
What to Pack (1)
BOOTS & BOOKS
Restaurants (4)
See All NICE AND HOT

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starship Mar 3, 2012 at 6:02 PM

Your page here seems to show the real Stone Town. I just saw a show called "Grannie on Safari" where they went to Stone Town and they made it look interesting & exotic and not run down; different from what it really seems to be in your photos!
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elpariente Jan 30, 2012 at 11:16 AM

Great tips and coments.
Estamos recordando Los buenos momentous que pasamos en Zanzibar
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BruceDunning Aug 21, 2010 at 11:58 AM

There is a very nice sites in this area, I note, and the Dispensary looks elegant the most. YOu did a good job of taking the pictures and comments, as always.
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joiwatani Apr 11, 2010 at 8:07 AM

Why do they have sticks all the time? Is that used for protection or something? This is very cultural! I just love it!
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mvtouring Mar 12, 2010 at 7:18 AM

Travelling in the Dala dala really adds to the island experience don't you think? ;-)
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Roadquill Feb 13, 2010 at 11:09 PM

Happy Birthday my friend. Happy travels, Karl
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PierreZA May 7, 2009 at 9:23 PM

What a great page! Will be going in June, thanks for very good info!
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lynnehamman Apr 7, 2009 at 4:55 PM

Asante Dao- we are stopping off in Zanzibar & Kenya on our visit to see family in Cape Town in March 2010- your pages are a wealth of information. Love the Masai pictures- they sure are colourful people!
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glo39 Mar 22, 2009 at 8:45 AM

Oooo I want my picture taken w/the Masai too please. Gail aka Gail-the-VA
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junecorlett Feb 3, 2009 at 10:58 AM

I want to go to Zanzibar!!!!!!