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Self-guided history tours in Zanzibar

There are 4 self-guided history tours in Zanzibar on FreeGuides Tours. They run from about 2 h to about 10 h, and a typical route covers 1.6 km on foot. Each costs a one-off A$3 to unlock. Every tour runs in your phone’s browser with a live map and local stories at each stop, so you can start whenever you like.

All 4 tours in Zanzibar

History tours in Zanzibar at a glance

Tours
4
Shortest
About 2 hFemale Guided Stone Town walking Tour.
Longest
About 10 hZanzibar Slave Market
Typical length
About 5 h
Typical route
1.6 km
Last updated
3 October 2025

History tours in Zanzibar: questions

Are there self-guided history tours in Zanzibar?

Yes. There are 4 self-guided history tours in Zanzibar on FreeGuides Tours, out of 4 tours in the city. Each runs on your phone with a live map and stories at every stop.

How much do history tours in Zanzibar cost?

Each costs a one-off A$3 to unlock. No subscription, no account.

How long do history tours in Zanzibar take?

From about 2 h (Female Guided Stone Town walking Tour.) to about 10 h (Zanzibar Slave Market).