Stone Town Tour: History and Culture Unveiled

Discover the rich history and stunning architectures of Stone Town in Zanzibar. Explore historical attractions, learn about the slave trade, and marvel at the unique Arabic, Indian, and local architectures.

Duration: 3 hours
Cancellation: 24 hours
Highlights
  • Stone Town - Itinerary.
    This is a typical itinerary.
    Here, one can find comprehensive information about the history of Zanzibar, the East African slave trade, and Old Stone Town.
    Additionally, visitors can explore historical attractions and heritage sites in Stone Town, such as the House of Wonders, Old Fort, Freddie Mercury House, Forodhani…
What's Included
  • Professional & certified tour guide
  • Free pick up from any hotel in Stone Town area (advance notice required)
What's Not Included
  • Personal spendings and souvenirs
  • Entrance fees of a Former slave market.
  • Tip for a guide at the end of the service.
Additional Information

Embark on more than just a tour — enjoy a storytelling adventure through the history, culture, and secret local spots of Stone Town with an expert local guide.
Ideal for travelers seeking more than mere sightseeing — immerse yourself in the true essence of Stone Town with a dedicated local guide.
Uncover the soul of Zanzibar on a guided walking tour of…

Location
House of Wonders
Sokoku Street
When you come at the Forodhani garden, you will see the big and tall building is under construction, at the in front of that building you will see one big cannon. That is a tour meeting point (House of wonders).
Cancellation Policy

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

Customer Ratings
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Jamillahm2026
Apr 14, 2026
A magical evening trip in stone town - Excellent hospitality provided by Alpha. I think we had the most caring tour guide ever. So accommodating of our schedule and kind. Our tour was comprehensive, enjoyable and well prepared. It was a perfect way to spend a vacation in Zanzibar. We enjoyed so much and had a delightful time. Five stars is not enough!
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Masikah2026
Apr 13, 2026
Excellent - Excellent services and professionalism displayed by our guide Alfa looking forward to coming back
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Kwazah
Apr 9, 2026
More Than a Tour Guide – A Truly Exceptional Experience - We had the most incredible experience in Zanzibar, and a huge part of that was thanks to our amazing guide Alfa. From the very first day, everything was handled with such professionalism, care, and attention to detail. He didn’t just take us to the usual tourist spots, he made sure we experienced the real Zanzibar. From the stunning beaches to the cultural tours, Nakupenda Island, Swimming with turtles, snorkeling and swimming with dolphins, The dhow cruise and hidden gems, every moment felt thoughtfully curated. The lunch he provided was amazing. He was always on time, very knowledgeable, and genuinely passionate about what he does, which made the entire experience even more special. What stood out the most was how comfortable and taken care of we felt throughout the trip. He was patient, friendly, and always willing to go the extra mile to make sure we were happy. It honestly felt like exploring Zanzibar with a friend who knows all the best spots. If you’re planning a trip to Zanzibar, I cannot recommend him enough. Booking with him will be one of the best decisions you make, he truly made our vacation unforgettable!
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Kakumbap
Apr 8, 2026
We visited the historical sites in stone town of buildings that were built many years ago by the colonial masters using. - I had a very good experience in Zanzibar together with my partner and our tour advisor (Alfa) treated us so well as he showed us around the stone town and other areas. Surely I would love to go back again.
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Emiel
Mar 22, 2026
Highly recommend! - The guide was amazing. Very informative, kind and knew the places that we would never find on our own. Would highly recommend!
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Nicoledorset_england
Feb 27, 2026
Alpha took us on a great tour - We had a really good tour with Alfa. He is extremely knowledgeable and really takes the time to explain information about Zanzibar and the surrounding areas, and he happily answered all of our questions. We would highly recommend him to friends and family.
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Mariia_m
Feb 16, 2026
Amazing city tour - My guide Alfa had a deep knowledge of Zanzibar&Tanzania history! He explicitly answered all my questions, showed me all the cites one must see in the Stone town. I traveled alone and I was highly comfortable walking around the streets in his presence. I definitely recommend to book this tour as it covers all the necessary places; the information is given in a memorable and exciting manner, no dry boring facts. The whole tour was like living you favorite YouTube traveling-history video :) Thank you, Alfa, I would recommend the tour to my friends!
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Travel4annie
Feb 14, 2026
Alfa is the best - Alfa provided an excellent tour and history of Zanzibar. He is very intelligent and compassionate about his country. I highly recommend Alfa for your tour of Zanzibar.
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Annie
Feb 14, 2026
Alfa is the best - Alfa provides an excellent history tour of old town Zanzibar. He is intelligent, compassionate about his country and a great tour guide. I highly recommend Alfa Tours and Safari.
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Martinop8463kg
Feb 13, 2026
Honeymoon Trip to Zanzibar - We had a 6 days of our honeymoon in Zanzibar, We visit Salam cave, cuza Cafe, NAKUPENDA beach & Stonetown walk,,,,,,,, the Tour guide was extraordinary, myself & my wife enjy our stay Alfa tour is one the Best Tour Company in Zanzibar, Highly Recommended
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up to 15 guests
1 - Adult
Cancellation: Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the start of your experience (local time).