Stone Town Travel Guide
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.
Shangani Beach
Why not spend a care-free afternoon at Shangani Beach during your travels in Zanzibar Town? Visit the shops and top-notch restaurants in this culturally rich area.
Top hotels in Stone Town
Tembo House Hotel
Staff was exceptionally friendly. Location was perfect.
Reviewed on 6 Feb 2026
Park Hyatt Zanzibar
From the moment we walked in the door we were so welcomed and looked after. The staff were exceptionally helpful, the room was impeccable with the most gorgeous view over the ocean, and the room service was so friendly and clean. Our room was spotless, with a lovely turn down service and treats every ...
Reviewed on 11 Feb 2026
Tembo B&B Apartments
Clean Pool was lovely and very close to sea Water cold in the shower
Reviewed on 11 Feb 2026
Maru Maru Hotel
Room was spacious and clean with weell functioning AC. The staff were efficient and kind. The rooftop restaurant served a very good breakfasts with lots of options and the happy hour was reasonable and of good quality. Overall a good location and a nice place to stay.
Reviewed on 2 Feb 2026
Golden Tulip Stonetown Boutique
The room is clean, but the lift needs to be upgraded. Unfortunately, I couldn't get something to eat at 11 pm when I arrived because the hotel restaurant usually closes earlier.
Reviewed on 6 Oct 2025
Dhow Palace Hotel
We stayed in an upscale room and was fabulous. This hotel is part museum and the antiques and style make it interesting, staff was very friendly and the food was very good. Courtyard pool was very nice. No elevator but would recommend the upper floor rooftop.
Reviewed on 26 Jan 2026
