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Discover the best of Dar es Salaam on this fun and relaxed 8-hour city and street food tour. Starting at 12:00 PM, explore the city’s famous landmarks, colorful markets, historic sites, and modern neighborhoods with a friendly local guide.
In the late afternoon, head to Coco Beach to watch the sunset over the Indian Ocean. Enjoy the local atmosphere while tasting popular beach snacks like roasted cassava, banana chips, fresh coconut, and seasonal roasted maize.
As evening arrives, continue to Dar es Salaam Old Town for a delicious street food experience. Taste local favorites such as mishkaki, chips mayai, Zanzibar pizza, nyama choma, ugali, sugarcane juice, and tropical fruits.
It’s an easy and enjoyable way to experience Dar es Salaam’s sights, culture, local life, and food—all in one day.
What's Included
Meeting and pickup
You will be picked up from your hotel lobby.
Pickup is available from hotels, apartments, Julius Nyerere International Airport (DAR), and the Zanzibar Ferry Terminal within Dar es Salaam. Please wait in your hotel lobby or at the agreed meeting point 10 minutes before pickup.
For airport and ferry pickups, your guide will meet you at the arrivals exit holding a sign with your name.
Pickup time may vary slightly depending on your location and other guests on the sharing tour. Your exact pickup time and meeting details will be confirmed via WhatsApp before the tour.
Itinerary
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1Askari Monument
See the iconic Askari Monument in central Dar es Salaam and learn about its colonial history. Explore one of the city’s most recognizable historic landmarks.
10 minutes • Admission ticket included -
2Azania Front Cathedral Evangelical Lutheran Church of Tanzania
Admire the striking Azania Front Lutheran Church overlooking Dar es Salaam’s waterfront. Discover its German-era architecture and historical importance.
20 minutes • Admission ticket included -
3St. Joseph's Cathedral Of Archdiocese of Dar Es Salaam
Visit St. Joseph’s Cathedral, one of Dar es Salaam’s most impressive historic churches. See its distinctive Gothic-style architecture and learn about the city’s heritage.
20 minutes • Admission ticket included -
Old Boma (Pass by)
Discover the Old Boma, one of the oldest surviving buildings in Dar es Salaam. Hear how the city developed from a small coastal settlement into Tanzania’s largest city.
Admission ticket free -
4Kivukoni Fish Market
Experience the lively Kivukoni Fish Market and see Dar es Salaam’s fishing culture up close. Watch local fishermen, seafood traders, and daily market life along the Indian Ocean.
30 minutes • Admission ticket included -
5Mwenge Woodcarvers Market
Discover traditional Tanzanian craftsmanship at Mwenge Woodcarvers Market. Browse handmade wood carvings, African art, souvenirs, and locally produced crafts.
30 minutes • Admission ticket free -
6
Visit the Tingatinga Arts Centre and discover Tanzania’s famous colorful painting style. Meet local artists and see unique African artwork being created.
20 minutes • Admission ticket free -
7Coco Beach
Enjoy the Indian Ocean sunset at Dar es Salaam’s popular Coco Beach while experiencing local beach life. Taste cassava, banana chips, roasted snacks, and other Tanzanian favorites.
1 hour • Admission ticket included -
8
Explore historic Old Town on a guided Dar es Salaam street food tour. Taste authentic Tanzanian dishes and local favorites while discovering the city’s culture after dark.
3 hours • 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
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
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Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Cancellation Policy
- For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the experience’s start time.
- If you cancel less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
- Any changes made less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time will not be accepted.
Rating
You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.
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