Forodhani Gardens night market

Where it is & how to get there

• Location: On the waterfront in front of the Old Fort and House of Wonders.
• Food: Grilled seafood, "Zanzibar pizza", sugarcane juice — local food is generally halal.
• Prices: Agree on prices before ordering.

The story of Forodhani Gardens

Forodhani Gardens were laid out in front of the sultan's palaces in the 1930s. After restoration, they became Stone Town's favourite gathering place.

Every evening, cooks set up stalls selling grilled fish, octopus, skewers and Zanzibar pizza, while local boys jump into the sea from the seawall at sunset.

Best time to visit

Tips before you go

• Come at sunset when the grills start.
• Try Zanzibar pizza and fresh sugarcane juice.
• Arrive before sunset to watch the dhows sail by.

What's around Forodhani Gardens

• Old FortAcross the road.
• House of WondersNext door.
• Africa HouseSunset terrace.
• Darajani MarketMain market.

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