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The 7 Best Flea & Street Markets in Tanzania, Tanzania
Coordinates: 6°18′25″S 34°51′14″E / 6.307°S 34.854°E / -6.307; 34.854
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1. Hurumzi Mini Market
2. Masai Central Market
Overall Ratings
4.0 based on 67 reviews
Reviewed By LisaCarlson - Moscow, United States
The central market is a rabbit-warren chock-a-block booths and displays of all that is fresh and locally produced. It's a sensory overload of colors, sights, sounds, smells, tastes, and things to touch. Best to go with a guide your first time through. It is overwhelming but a fabulous introduction to the people and culture of the city.
3. Darajani Bazaar
Overall Ratings
4.0 based on 325 reviews
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.
4. Kivukoni Fish Market
Overall Ratings
4.0 based on 111 reviews
Reviewed By CaliGuy01 - San Francisco, United States
This is a must see if you have the stomach for it. I think this is a very important place in the city you see the fisherman and crew bringing the days catch from boat to market. There is also kitchens to cook the food. It is a very interesting place to see.
5. Maasai Market Curios and Crafts
Overall Ratings
4.0 based on 58 reviews
Reviewed By InTheMomentManhattan - New York City, United States
The Maasai Market is centrally located near the Clock Tower in Arusha. Within walking distance of many hotels. The Market is a safe place to wander. There are many, many vendors. The bead work items, a Maasai specialty, are quite worthwhile to check out. There is an extensive range of craft goods to review. The vendors can be a bit aggressive at times, but never abusive Depending upon your level of interest, you could spend hours here.
6. Kariakoo Market
Overall Ratings
3.5 based on 110 reviews
Reviewed By Mmazipan
I visited as a tourist. I spent about 2 hours here but 45 mins would be enough. Great experience of Tanzanian culture or also to purchase items. I bought some clothes. The market is spread across many many streets. Inside the structure there are baskets and farming supplies. In the surrounding streets you find everything else - fresh fruit and vegetables, clothes, accessories, makeup, cosmetics, fabric, electrical items, even sewing machines. I was warned to keep my belongings close to me as there may be pickpockets around so I wore a bumbag but it is also safe to wear your rucksack on the front of you - I saw many locals doing this. It is very busy, loud, crammed and can be overwhelming so make sure you are in the mood for it. I visited on a Sunday and I was told it was quieter but it was still very very busy. If you are worried about COVID-19 it is best to avoid this place as social distancing is not possible. I visited as a solo woman and people tried to get my attention but if ignored them or said I wasn’t interested they tended to leave me alone. I felt people were generally respectful which is not my experience in many market’s across the world! If you have visited similar markets in other parts of the world or in other parts of Africa you know what to expect but if you haven’t it is an experience. Just visit with an open mind, be prepared to haggle but also remember it is people’s livelihoods.
