Dar es Salaam City Sightseeing Tour

What's Included

Meeting and pickup

Itinerary

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  The Kivukoni Fish Market began as an informal landing site for fishermen in Dar es Salaam, a port city established by Germans in the late 19th century, and gained its "Kivukoni" name from its role as a crossing point and trade hub. The market expanded and was formalized by authorities as Dar es Salaam grew, with the modern Dar es Salaam International Fish Market at Kivukoni constructed between 2000 and 2002 with JICA support. Today, it remains a vibrant, chaotic, but essential center for local fish trade, culture, and a key part of Dar es Salaam's maritime heritage.

  1 hour • Admission ticket free
• 2

  Azania Front Lutheran Cathedral is a Christian church under the Eastern and Coastal Diocese of the Evangelical Lutheran Church in Tanzania. Constructed in gothic style by German missionaries between 1899 and 1902, Azania Front Lutheran Cathedral stands magnificently along the Kivukoni Front road, close to water front of the Indian Ocean and facing the harbour to add to the splendid view of the city centre of Dar es Salaam. The Cathedral, with a red-tiled roof, tiled canopies over the windows and bright white walls, is among the most popular landmarks and tourist attractions of the city. According to the available literature, the name Azania originates from a Greek word meaning the Coast of East Africa, and therefore ‘Azania Front’ means the front of the East African coast.

  30 minutes • Admission ticket free
• (Pass by)

  In the bustling heart of Dar es Salaam stands a solemn bronze statue that commands both respect and reflection. The Askari Monument serves as a tribute to the African soldiers who fought and died in World War I as part of the British Carrier Corps and King’s African Rifles. Positioned at the center of a busy roundabout along Samora Avenue, the monument has become a powerful symbol of Tanzania’s colonial past, wartime sacrifices, and national pride

  Admission ticket free
• 3

  St. Joseph Cathedral in Dar es Salaam is a stunning Roman Catholic cathedral located in the city centre. Built in a neo-gothic style, it features impressive spires and beautiful stained-glass windows. As the main church of the Roman Catholic Archdiocese of Dar es Salaam, it holds great importance for the local Catholic community and serves as a venue for cultural events and gatherings. Also called Kanisa Kuu la Mt. Yosefu, St. Joseph Cathedral was built by the Germans between 1897 and 1902. It was consecrated in 1905 and features a Gothic Revival architectural style. Whether you're seeking spiritual solace or admiring its architectural beauty, St. Joseph Cathedral is a must-visit destination in Dar es Salaam.

  30 minutes • Admission ticket free
• 4

  he Kariakoo market in Dar es Salaam, Tanzania, is built in 1974 by the architect B.J. Amuli. Kariakoo is a ward of the Ilala District of Dar es Salaam, Tanzania. It has a population of 9,405 (2002). The name derives from a corruption of that of the British "Carrier Corps", that used to be based in this area. Today, Kariakoo is mainly known for its extensive market, that spans several city blocks and contributes substantially to Dar es Salaam's food provision as well as small-scale economy.

  1 hour • Admission ticket free
• 5

  This open-air museum features a collection of authentically constructed dwellings illustrating traditional life in various parts of Tanzania. Each house is furnished with typical items and surrounded by small plots of crops, while 'villagers' demonstrate traditional skills such as weaving, pottery and carving. Traditional tribal dance performances also take place daily,

  2 hours • Admission ticket included
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  The Slipway is a very popular shopping & leisure centre, unique in its kind in Dar es Salaam. Located on the Msasani Peninsula and bordering the Indian Ocean it offers an excellent mix of activities and products attractive to both residents and tourists. Here you can shop ‘till you drop, hunt for souvenirs, get a haircut or a massage, drink, eat, party, enjoy the view of the Indian Ocean and let the kids rollick about on the playground.

  1 hour • Admission ticket free

Additional info

• Wheelchair accessible
• Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
• Public transportation options are available nearby
• Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
• Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
• Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries

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