Hidden gems - places in Stone Town, Tanzania not to miss (Updated March, 2024)

Hidden gems: places in Stone Town

Discover the city's hidden treasures—remarkable spots that are relatively undiscovered but offer exceptional experiences. Our selection criteria? A rating of 4.5 or higher with fewer than 150 reviews. Explore these lesser-known yet outstanding places that promise a delightful visit in Stone Town. Ratings are based from 1.1K places in the city.

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Juvina cafe

Cafe

👍👍 At this lovely locally owned coffee shop in Nugwi, you'll find a victorious post-party recovery drink. The 'Victorious Refresh' can help prevent hangovers. The secret ingredients protect the body from the toxic effects of alcohol by reducing inflammation and oxidative stress in the liver. My heart...

5.00 (91 reviews) (~49.92 km from centre)

JF KILICOFFEE HOUSE

Coffee shop

👍👍 It’s a really nice coffee shop. The two guys who own it are so friendly and helpful. They really make you feel at home. Here you’ll find plant milk and great barista coffee extracted with a great machine. For the plant milk the bought fresh coconuts and prepare the milk right in front of you. The co...

5.00 (88 reviews) (~49.76 km from centre)

Ocean Wonder Dive Center

Diving center

👍👍 We took our two sons for their first sea dive today with Nadine and her team. They were really nervous beforehand but the dive crew kept the atmosphere relaxed and no-pressure and built their confidence. They have both said today was one of the best experiences of their lives. Everybody at Ocean Wo...

5.00 (84 reviews) (~41.96 km from centre)

Mataly house, apartments (Nataly)

Holiday apartment rental

👍👍 Me and my friend stayed at jambiani house for 12 days and it was absolutely amazing 🤩 Natalija and Matej are the perfect hosts. Super friendly and helpful. They show us everything u need to know, where to buy groceries, good restaurants, bars and so much more. They have a super funny tourist guy...

5.00 (71 reviews) (~42.44 km from centre)

KV Spice Farm

Farm

5.00 (67 reviews) (~19.51 km from centre)

Mpishi Cafe and Restaurant

Restaurant

👍👍 I love this place! We passed by and decided to give it a try and we were very pleased with their food and service. I love their grilled ‘mixed seafood platter’. We sat upstairs and the natural breeze was lovely, no fan needed at all. We’ve been ordering several times even for take-away. I will surel...

5.00 (65 reviews) (~41.46 km from centre)

Swahili Food Organic Restaurant

Restaurant

👍👍 very good food. chilled athmosphere. perfect spot for everyone, who loves organic, fresh and healthy food. vegan options available. the team is super nice and caring. we loved it there!

5.00 (64 reviews) (~41.53 km from centre)

DAR CrossFit

Gym

👍👍 The only Crossfit gym in Dar! The gym is greatly equipped, it's nice spacious, it's airy! The coaches are great. Had gone for Calisthenics, just a day and you have this great feeling of body pain. Just need to be consistent with progress. And you'll reach there. They have different packages. Worth t...

5.00 (64 reviews) (~64.83 km from centre)

Meliks Dive Center Jambiani

Diving center

👍👍 Best dive center in Jambiani! They were about to accommodate a last minutes private night dive for me and it was amazing! The dive master was one of the best I’ve had. Professional, friendly and always put safety first. Will be back to dive with these guys.

5.00 (62 reviews) (~44.33 km from centre)

aromas of zanzibar

Souvenir store

👍👍 I love that shop...Soooo colourful 🤩...made in Zanzibar

5.00 (51 reviews) (~0.43 km from centre)

Zanziocean dive centre

Dive shop

👍👍 Had an awesome experience getting my Open Water Diver certification with them. The instructor, Mohammed, was knowledgeable and did a fantastic job training someone that had never dived before to the point you are comfortable and can enjoy all the diving locations available in Zanzibar with them. Hig...

5.00 (49 reviews) (~32.12 km from centre)

SafiraBlu - Luxury Resort & Villas @safirablu_

Resort hotel

👍👍 We stayed for two nights at Zanzibar's last schedule. We arrived early in the morning because I was in another area and stopped by, but due to the consideration of the hotel, We stayed in a different room for a while. In the meantime, it was good to swim and relax comfortably before check-in. We mad...

5.00 (49 reviews) (~47.14 km from centre)

Yoga&Gym Zanzibar

Gym

👍👍 Welcome Yoga gym nice places nice aguiment peopleas are verry charming.

5.00 (46 reviews) (~38.01 km from centre)

Fay Fashion Workshop

Leather goods manufacturer

👍👍 I have bought two passport wallets and they are very nice and very good quality. They have also engrave my name for free, much appreciated. I will buy again from them.

5.00 (45 reviews) (~52.72 km from centre)

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Vaporizer store

👍👍 The taste is very good and the service is good🔥🔥

5.00 (43 reviews) (~0.37 km from centre)

bluewavediving-zanzibar

Diving center

👍👍 Excellent little diving school with charme and funny crew. Daniel is an absolute master. You'll love it! Professional and friendly! You're unexperienced or want to get your diving licence? This is the place to be with Mohameds Lodge right next door easy to stay and access!

5.00 (43 reviews) (~36.08 km from centre)

Paje Kitesurf School , Olkutati Zanzibar by HARLEM NL

Surf school

👍👍 We tried kitesurfing for the first time and it was great! Our instructor explained everything really good and helped us making a lot of progress. The whole team is really passionate about kitesurfing and we loved hanging out with them! I can only recommend paje kitesurf and i hope to be able to go t...

5.00 (41 reviews) (~39.57 km from centre)

Boho Boutique Hotel Zanzibar

5.00 (37 reviews) (~28.78 km from centre)

Hassan Abu Kite

Surf school

👍👍 I got lessons (6 hours) from Adam (as Hassan was not available), and it was great! Adam is very patient and a good teacher! In 6 hours, I was able to learn how to prepare the kite, land the kite, control it, do body drag (being pulled on the water by the wing without board). On the last two hours, I...

5.00 (33 reviews) (~39.65 km from centre)

Delta Restaurant and Guesthouse

Restaurant

5.00 (32 reviews) (~39.26 km from centre)

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Hidden gems: places in Stone Town, Tanzania