10 Free Things to do in Stone Town That You Shouldn't Miss

April 26, 2022 Florencio Paulino

Former palaces and Arab mansions along the twisting streets of Stone Town hint at a grander age for this port city on the western coast of Zanzibar. The Old Fort, built in the 1700s to fend off the Portuguese, now hosts local performances, a café and an art gallery. Overstuffed bazaars lend an air of nonstop bustle. Mafia Island Marine Park sits just offshore, a haven for snorkeling the local reefs. Day tours visit working plantations where the island's legendary spices are grown.
Restaurants in Stone Town

1. The Coins Shop

366 Soko Muhogo Street near Forodhani Garden, Stone Town, Zanzibar City 1130 Tanzania +255 658 195 972 [email protected] http://www.thecoinsshop.com
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5.0 based on 80 reviews

The Coins Shop

All real coins cut by hand! The Coins Shop is a very unique place of handcraft,history,art and creativity! A must see in Stone Town,Zanzibar ! If you worry that your bag will be too heavy for the plane,but still want to find great gifts for everyone then this is the place you need! Personalized designs available on a simple request. Your name on a coin of your choice,letters,logos,symbols and more ! From pendants to earrings,bracelets,key chains to puzzles and frameworks. All our coins are carefully designed and cut by hand using a tiny handsaw and a lot of patience! We ship worldwide. Thanks for reading and we hope to see you soon :)

Reviewed By travelforfun2233 - Fruita, United States

This shop has more than souvenirs- they carry gifts that will become treasured keepsakes. I am so glad that I did some research before my trip and found this gem. I was able to bring some specific coins from home that have special significance to me. I bought two coins from the shop that were already made and then I left two coins for them to make with special inscriptions. They took my information and said they would be mailed out to me within a few days. Due to customs and such it took a few weeks to reach me at home but I was so very pleased with their work. One was sent off as a gift to a friend who truly loved it and the other was for me. I wear it all the time and it is a great reminder of my wonderful time in Africa. Asante Sana.

2. Zanzibar Curio Shop

200 Hurumzi Street, Stone Town, Zanzibar City Tanzania
Excellent
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8%
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4.5 based on 58 reviews

Zanzibar Curio Shop

Reviewed By lielavanschalkwyk - Polokwane, South Africa

What a treasure in the heart of Stonetown. I wish I had a week to go through all the antiquities and rare finds. Would go back to Zanzibar JUST for this shop !

Hurumzi St, Stone Town, Zanzibar City 71000 Tanzania +255 774 039 006 [email protected] https://www.facebook.com/HurumziHennaArtGallery
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4.5 based on 18 reviews

Hurumzi Henna Art Gallery

The women of Hurumzi Henna Art Gallery transform traditional henna body arts into paintings and prints . Using a centuries old tradition of adorning women's hands and feet for celebrations such as weddings and festivals, the artists translate the patterns of the body art onto canvas creating a new and soon to be iconic art style through their elaborate paintings.

Reviewed By lilbunny76 - Los Angeles, United States

Cute art gallery of hand made henna paintings in the heart of stone town. Feel free to bargain and pick up some really great local art!

4. Mwanzo Mpya

Hurumzi, Stone Town, Zanzibar City Tanzania +255 779 821 442 [email protected] https://www.facebook.com/Mwanzo-Mpya-1647122288899431/timeline
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4.5 based on 10 reviews

Mwanzo Mpya

Our tiny friendly shop has a range of gifts specializing in East African fabric especially kitenge and kanga and a range of original design clothing items made in Zanzibar. The huge collection of hand made paper bead jewellry including necklaces, bracelets and earrings is second to none in Stone Town. We make all the beads ourselves and you can take photos of us making them.

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5. Darajani Bazaar

Stone Town, Zanzibar City Tanzania +255 784 368 911
Excellent
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4.0 based on 325 reviews

Darajani Bazaar

Reviewed By yussufs2019 - Zanzibar Archipelago, Tanzania

The time when your in Zanzibar (Unguja Island )Stone Town, is better to visit Darajani Bazaar. Some of the people called Darajani Market and some called Spice Market. Its a big local Market in Stone Town, they sell a lot of things especial food which are fresh not frozen, like fresh fish/beef/Vegetables/Tropical Fruits/Spices and a lot of food you can see. And its the best place to buy some spices. Don't miss to visit this market cause its everyday from morning time till evening around 7 pm.

6. Malindi Mosque

Stone Town, Zanzibar City Tanzania
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4.0 based on 20 reviews

Malindi Mosque

7. Forodhani Gardens

On the Waterfront, Stone Town, Zanzibar City Tanzania
Excellent
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4.0 based on 1,867 reviews

Forodhani Gardens

Reviewed By Azrafb123 - Kuwait City, Kuwait

Forodhani is a great night market to visit to try some local food and just to chill in the evenings. Loved the vibe!

8. Memories of Zanzibar

Kenyata Road Opposite Post Office, Shangani, Stone Town, Zanzibar City Tanzania +255 24 223 9376 [email protected] http://www.memories-zanzibar.com/
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4.0 based on 164 reviews

Memories of Zanzibar

The biggest souvenir store in Zanzibar, Memories of Zanzibar offers the most extensive selection of quality items all under one roof, at reasonable prices. Situated within walking distance of major Stone Town hotels such as Serena, Tembo, Dhow Palace and upcoming Hilton, you can count on a pleasant shopping atmosphere and service with a smile.

Reviewed By VernonW143 - Cape Town, South Africa

.........A Nice Upmarket Souvenir Shop in the Heart of the business area of Stone Town! Lots of the same things you can get from the street vendor Hahahaha! But there air-con is the best and a Great Escape from the Hot, hot Zanzibar Sun!...Interesting experience as this is all part and parcel of the Tourist Industrii!! .....Nice & Cool!!!.....

9. Old Dispensary

Malindi Rd, Stone Town, Zanzibar City Tanzania
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4.0 based on 80 reviews

Old Dispensary

Reviewed By InTheMomentManhattan - New York City, United States

The Old Dispensary is quite an architectural wonder. It is not a building soon forgotten. very exotic; very Zanzibar

10. Shakti Temple

Stone Town, Zanzibar City Tanzania
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3.5 based on 35 reviews

Shakti Temple

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