The nightlife in Stone Town is better than one might think. The historical hub of Zanzibar boasts an array of places to enjoy a cocktail and a bite to eat when the sun goes down. Stone Town is where you’ll discover the greatest variety of options within easy walking distance. Fewer taxi rides mean more opportunities to really sit down or dance and enjoy the town’s nightlife. Some of the worthwhile activities include sipping on a cocktail while watching the sun go down before dancing the evening away at one of the nightclubs. If you don’t like discos, don’t worry. There are plenty of places to visit that offer a more relaxed atmosphere and excellent seafood menus.
Five places to visit for a night out in Stone Town
6 Degrees South
Nightlife in Stone Town
For epic sunsets, head over to 6 Degrees South in Stone Town. Here you’ll find the best of both worlds. From sunset drinks with a fantastic happy hour every day to a themed disco with live Afro-jazz music, this place is definitely worth your time. The cocktails are also known to be more than affordable at 6 Degrees South so you can enjoy a fine night out at an affordable price.
Africa House
Nightlife in Stone Town
Africa House is a well-known hotel and this spot can get crowded, so go early for the best seats to catch another epic sunset in Zanzibar. This restaurant is open all day and has an excellent reputation around town as one of the best sunset-watching spots with its colonial-style architecture. Without stopping by the terrace bar of the Africa House Hotel, you haven’t really experienced the nightlife in Stone Town. You can visit the first-floor terrace during your stay in Stone Town to take in the breathtaking view of the sun setting over the Indian Ocean. The Africa House, which is open until the wee hours of the morning, is a terrific spot to meet other travellers and islanders.
Dharma Lounge
Nightlife in Stone Town
On Vuga Road, in the southern part of Stone Town, there is a well-known club called The Dharma Lounge. The two best features of the stylish and well-liked lounge bar are its contemporary design, which boasts wide floor cushions where you can unwind, and its bar, known for its awesome range of cocktails on the menu. Along with a sizable dance floor, the Dharma Lounge offers a wide range of music to keep you dancing all night.
Mercury's
Nightlife in Stone Town
An untidy but well-liked waterside hangout named after the famous Queen singer Freddie Mercury, this place is a hot spot, and perfect for midday cocktails, sundowners, or evening drinks with friends. If you’ve seen enough of the beach and the old port, is usually football on TV and live music on most Saturdays. When you’ve worked up an appetite after a busy day out, the menu offers pizzas, curries, and pasta.
Sunrise Restaurant
Nightlife in Stone Town
The Sunrise Restaurant doesn’t offer any frills or a chic setting but it is popular with locals and budget travellers alike. Despite its name, it’s more of a bar than a restaurant and boasts a menu with bar snacks. Travellers can enjoy the breeze out in the garden or chill out inside and watch TV or chat over the day’s activities.
Tatu Pub
Nightlife in Stone Town
The Tatu is a three-level establishment located in the heart of the old town and on the waterfront. On weekends, the atmosphere is very lively in the evening until the early hours of the morning. Do not though, you must pay to access the third floor. The music is good for those who enjoy hip-hop, funk, Bongo Flava, new Nigerian and Latin sounds, as well as reggae, Jamaican, and African dancehall. It’s a fantastic spot where everyone dances despite the heat. The sea breeze is always a welcome reprieve on the terrace.
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