Stone town

Stone Town is the cultural heart of the island and the old city area of Zanzibar City, located on the western shore. The city got its name from the many big multistory buildings made of stone which form the landscape of the old town part.

A dhow off Stone Town, Zanzibar

A guide to Stone Town: What to see, what to do and where to stay.

EXPLORING MARRAKECH WITH NIKE: BEST TIPS FOR HAGGLING IN THE SOUKS — Spirited Pursuit

No matter how your day unfolds, make sure you do two things: Look up and get lost.

Zanzibar: From dreamy beaches to relaxing boat trips and the glimpses of Stone Town from the water, this island reminded me of home at times. Every moment here felt like a postcard come to life. #Zanzibar #TravelGoals #BeachLovers #AfricanAdventures #StoneTown #BucketListTravel #GirlWithHerViews

Islands' staffers beg for trips. Occasionally, an island begs for a staffer. In this case, call it a Z thing. Staff photographer Zach Stovall arrived on Zanzibar and felt like he stepped into an Indiana Jones movie. He loves those movies. Maybe that explains why this gallery, originally slated at 10 images, ballooned into an epic adventure. Follow his trip's highlights and plan yours with our Do's and Don'ts Zanzibar travel guide.

Historic Stone Town #Zanzibar - a historic trade center with Swahili and Islamic influences. Its winding lanes present minarets, carved doorways and 19th-century landmarks such as the House of Wonders, a former sultan’s palace.