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What to do in Dar es Salaam
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Coco Beach
If a restful holiday is part of your travel plans, Coco Beach might be the perfect place to visit during your trip to Dar es Salaam. While you're here, you can savour the top-notch restaurants.
Port of Dar es Salaam
Explore the waterfront in Dar es Salaam with a trip to Port of Dar es Salaam. Wander the waterfront and beaches in the area.
Kariakoo Market
During your trip to Dar es Salaam, you can browse for the perfect souvenirs at Kariakoo Market. Wander the area's beautiful beaches or simply enjoy one of its top-notch restaurants.
Mbezi Beach
Why not spend a lazy afternoon at Mbezi Beach during your trip to Dar es Salaam? Stroll along the area's seaside or simply enjoy its restaurants.
The Slipway
During your visit to Msasani Peninsula, you can enjoy retail therapy at The Slipway. Stroll along the area's beautiful beaches or simply savour its top-notch restaurants.
Makumbusho Village
You can spend an afternoon browsing the exhibits at Makumbusho Village during your trip to Dar es Salaam. Stroll along the area's beautiful beaches or simply savour its top-notch restaurants.
Mlimani City
During your trip to Ubungo, you can search for that perfect souvenir at Mlimani City. Stroll along the area's beautiful beaches or simply savour its top-notch restaurants.
Wet n Wild Water Park
Bring the children to Wet n Wild Water Park and enjoy some excitement at this theme park in Kunduchi. Stroll along the seaside or visit the shops in the area.
University of Dar es Salaam
Enjoy the student vibe at University of Dar es Salaam during your stay in Ubungo. Stroll along the area's beautiful beaches or simply savour its top-notch restaurants.
Where to stay in Dar es Salaam
Masaki
Unique features of Masaki include the seaside views and bars. Make a stop by The Slipway or Sea Cliff Casino while you're exploring the area.
Dar es Salaam City Center
While Dar es Salaam City Center isn't home to many top sights, Zanzibar Ferry Terminal and Kariakoo Market are some notable places to visit nearby.
Kivukoni
Kivukoni is noteworthy for its waterfront views, and you can make a stop at top attractions like Zanzibar Ferry Terminal and National Museum of Tanzania.
Msasani
Visitors to Msasani like its beaches and restaurants, and Msasani Bay Beach is a sight worth a stop.
Kisutu
Uncover some of the top draws of Kisutu like its restaurants and waterfront views. If you're hoping to see more of the larger area, stop by Zanzibar Ferry Terminal or Kariakoo Market.
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