Top city tours in Zanzibar focus on the UNESCO World Heritage Site of Stone Town, offering walking tours of its historic streets, the Old Fort, and Darajani Market. Key activities include visiting Prison Island to see giant tortoises, touring spice plantations, and experiencing the Forodhani Gardens night market.
Stone Town & City Highlights
Stone Town Walking Tour: Explore narrow streets, Sultan’s Palace, House of Wonders, and Arab-influenced architecture.
Prison Island (Changuu Island): A short boat trip to see Aldabra giant tortoises and historical quarantine ruins.
Forodhani Gardens Night Market: Experience local street food, including Zanzibar pizza and seafood, along the waterfront.
Spice Plantation Tour: Visit local farms to learn about cloves, cinnamon, and nutmeg, earning Zanzibar the title of “Spice Island”.
Freddie Mercury Tour: A dedicated, in-depth walking tour of the Queen singer’s birthplace in Stone Town.
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