Arusha City Tour: Culture and History Highlights

Explore Arusha’s vibrant markets, Maasai culture, and unique Tanzanite gems. Discover local life and history on an enriching city tour.

Duration: 3 hours
Cancellation: 24 hours
Highlights
  • Arusha Clock Tower - The clock tower is a classic landmark in Arusha and a popular reference point for directions. Built by Galanos, it represents a blend of history and daily city life, standing as a quiet sentinel in the heart of Arusha.
  • The Tanzanite Experience - The Tanzanite Experience museum is the ideal place to learn about the unique…
What's Included
  • English/French local guide
What's Not Included
  • Entrance fees
Additional Information

Arusha serves as the lively entrance to Tanzania’s northern safari route, providing a city tour rich in culture, history, and the essence of local life.
-A city tour can extend beyond the typical tourist spots, revealing the everyday life of locals. Strolling through residential neighborhoods offers a genuine insight into how residents live, work, and travel.

Location
Fifi´s Restaurant & Café
Your guide will be waiting at Fifi's restaurant, wearing a red-brown jacket.
Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

Customer Ratings
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Meckd876
Nov 13, 2025
Excellent Arusha City Tour - It was a great way to explore the city's lively atmosphere, especially the markets. Our guide was engaging and knew all the best local spots. Highly recommend this fun, local experience!"
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228mardim
Sep 29, 2025
Arusha Tour with Mbwana - Mbwana is fantastic at making you feel safe and welcome. If you are looking for the best way to explore Arusha and learn about the local culture, book with Mbwana. He is a true professional and made my day in Arusha perfect.
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Meussaj
Sep 26, 2025
A great day in Arusha with Mbwana! - We had a fantastic time on our city tour of Arusha with Mbwana. He is an excellent guide-very knowledgeable about the landmarks and the city's history. The tour was perfectly paced, making it a truly fun and relaxing day. We highly recommend booking a tour with Mbwana. Asante sana.
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Annebw6162xv
Nov 18, 2025
Excellent Arusha Experience. - This tour was an excellent introduction to Arusha. It perfectly blended history with modern life, covering the key sites like the markets and the museum. Our guide was engaging and easy to understand. We learned a lot and felt completely comfortable the entire time. If you have a few hours, definitely take this city tour. Thank you so much.
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From $16
up to 15 guests
1 - Adult
Cancellation: Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the start of your experience (local time).