10 Things to do in Dar Es Salaam Region That You Shouldn't Miss

July 21, 2021 Leonarda Pillsbury

Discover the best top things to do in Dar Es Salaam Region, Tanzania including Mbudya Island, Village Museum, Kivukoni Fish Market, Bongoyo Island, Mwenge Woodcarvers Market, Azam Marine and Coastal Fast Ferries, The Slipway Shopping Centre, National Museum, Kariakoo Market, Coco Beach.
Restaurants in Dar Es Salaam Region

1. Mbudya Island

Dar es Salaam Tanzania
Excellent
50%
Good
35%
Satisfactory
13%
Poor
2%
Terrible
0%
Overall Ratings

4.5 based on 466 reviews

Mbudya Island

Reviewed By TakeMeWithYouPlz - Weymouth, United States

O. M. G. I loved it here! The beach and sand were absolutely pristine! There were minimal people on the island and I don’t think I’ve ever seen a place so beautiful in my life. The water was completely clear and see-through and there were little silver fishes jumping out of the water in the distance. An absolutely perfect setting. The beach also had a kiosk where fresh seafood was served and that was just as phenomenal as everything else in the atmosphere. It’s clean, uninhabited and an absolute paradise. I’m so glad this gem was recommended to me. It was the highlight of my visit to Tanzania, even better than Zanzibar in my opinion.

2. Village Museum

Along Bagamoyo Road in Kijitonyama, Dar es Salaam Tanzania
Excellent
25%
Good
44%
Satisfactory
23%
Poor
5%
Terrible
3%
Overall Ratings

4.0 based on 186 reviews

Village Museum

Traditional dance, farming methods and homesteads are on display at this open-air living museum.

Reviewed By SanaH2017N - Toronto, Canada

We're visiting from Canada! Wow-what an extraordinary experience my husband and I had at the Village museum! We paid extra for the tour guide which was very beneficial. Our tour guide shared an immense history knowledge on the Tanzanian culture. It's a cute village setup they have, you get to see how the local Tanzanian's used to live before the civilization. We paid extra for the local dance by the awesome group, which was pretty cool! They did an epic job with the setup of the village.

3. Kivukoni Fish Market

Dar es Salaam Tanzania
Excellent
35%
Good
42%
Satisfactory
18%
Poor
3%
Terrible
2%
Overall Ratings

4.0 based on 111 reviews

Kivukoni Fish Market

Reviewed By CaliGuy01 - San Francisco, United States

This is a must see if you have the stomach for it. I think this is a very important place in the city you see the fisherman and crew bringing the days catch from boat to market. There is also kitchens to cook the food. It is a very interesting place to see.

4. Bongoyo Island

Off Dar Es Salaam Slipway Pier, Dar es Salaam Tanzania
Excellent
39%
Good
43%
Satisfactory
12%
Poor
4%
Terrible
2%
Overall Ratings

4.0 based on 392 reviews

Bongoyo Island

Reviewed By robertlI3049WD - Bydgoszcz, Poland

Amazing place not so far from Der Es Sallam. There you can find a small restaurant and amazing beach. I strongly recommend to go on the island tour (by on your own way)

5. Mwenge Woodcarvers Market

Sam Nujoma Road, Dar es Salaam Tanzania
Excellent
23%
Good
49%
Satisfactory
18%
Poor
6%
Terrible
4%
Overall Ratings

4.0 based on 94 reviews

Mwenge Woodcarvers Market

Reviewed By borisd491 - Durham, United States

This is the best place to purchase tourist cultural souvenirs in Dar es Salaam. The prices are negotiable. There are some inexpensive statues, jewelry artwork and etc. The vendors are Tanzania friendly! Mwenge has been in operation for over 30 years.

6. Azam Marine and Coastal Fast Ferries

Sokoine Drive, Dar es Salaam Tanzania +255 22 212 3324 http://www.azammarine.com
Excellent
34%
Good
42%
Satisfactory
12%
Poor
5%
Terrible
7%
Overall Ratings

4.0 based on 318 reviews

Azam Marine and Coastal Fast Ferries

Reviewed By WamburaWM - Dar es Salaam, Tanzania

It's worth the money to purchase the business class tickets as the experience is quite luxurious- akin to business class on a flight with reclining large cubicles, blankets, on-board entertainment, snacks and drinks. Very pleasant experience and would highly recommend.

7. The Slipway Shopping Centre

Yacht Club Road, Dar es Salaam Tanzania +255 22 260 0893 [email protected] http://afrotourism.com/shopping/slipway-shopping-centre/
Excellent
35%
Good
49%
Satisfactory
15%
Poor
1%
Terrible
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Overall Ratings

4.0 based on 189 reviews

The Slipway Shopping Centre

The Slipway is a stylish shopping complex inspired by the Swahili coast and culture. Based on the Dar es Salaam Peninsula with beautiful views across the bay. Shopping || Restaurants || Arts and Crafts Souk || Island ferry tours || Bank and bureau de change || Hotel and Conferences || Supermarket || Diving || Kids playing area ||

Reviewed By EMoyo

Went round, window shopping and sat down to a nice evening meal by the sea. the ambiance was perfect.

8. National Museum

Shaaban Robert Street, Dar es Salaam Tanzania http://www.houseofculture.or.tz
Excellent
12%
Good
31%
Satisfactory
37%
Poor
16%
Terrible
4%
Overall Ratings

3.5 based on 348 reviews

National Museum

This natural history museum exhibits numerous bones and other fossilized remains, including a cast of one family’s footprint trail left in volcanic ash over 3.5 million years ago.

Reviewed By cybertroner - Vyazma, Russia

I think it is a bad idea to visit a country and skip its national museum, so I decided to go there and didn't regret! The museum is small, but very nice. There was an employee, who agreed to show everything for me and another foreigner just for 4$ per person. His english was perfect and he explained us many pictures and photos and without him the museum wouldn't be so good! I learned a lot about history of Tanzania, about slavery, ivory trade and getting the independence. I even have seen David Livingstone's belongings! And one of the most ancient human remains (3 mlns years old). The museum has interesting collection of african art and good exposition about natural history. Certainly must visit!

9. Kariakoo Market

Dar es Salaam Tanzania +255 622 915 951
Excellent
20%
Good
37%
Satisfactory
31%
Poor
3%
Terrible
9%
Overall Ratings

3.5 based on 110 reviews

Kariakoo Market

Reviewed By Mmazipan

I visited as a tourist. I spent about 2 hours here but 45 mins would be enough. Great experience of Tanzanian culture or also to purchase items. I bought some clothes. The market is spread across many many streets. Inside the structure there are baskets and farming supplies. In the surrounding streets you find everything else - fresh fruit and vegetables, clothes, accessories, makeup, cosmetics, fabric, electrical items, even sewing machines. I was warned to keep my belongings close to me as there may be pickpockets around so I wore a bumbag but it is also safe to wear your rucksack on the front of you - I saw many locals doing this. It is very busy, loud, crammed and can be overwhelming so make sure you are in the mood for it. I visited on a Sunday and I was told it was quieter but it was still very very busy. If you are worried about COVID-19 it is best to avoid this place as social distancing is not possible. I visited as a solo woman and people tried to get my attention but if ignored them or said I wasn’t interested they tended to leave me alone. I felt people were generally respectful which is not my experience in many market’s across the world! If you have visited similar markets in other parts of the world or in other parts of Africa you know what to expect but if you haven’t it is an experience. Just visit with an open mind, be prepared to haggle but also remember it is people’s livelihoods.

10. Coco Beach

Toure Dr, Dar es Salaam 14100 Tanzania
Excellent
14%
Good
34%
Satisfactory
37%
Poor
12%
Terrible
3%
Overall Ratings

3.5 based on 211 reviews

Coco Beach

Reviewed By tulikag2017 - Canada, null

Very nice local beach, Local casava fry you can try. Local people are very friendly. But maybe not good for swimming. We did not swim.

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