Tippu Tip's House, Stone Town
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Facts and practical information
Tippu Tip's House is a historical building in Stone Town, Zanzibar, located in Suicide Alley in the Shangani ward near the Africa House Hotel and Serena Inn, about 15–25 minute walking time from the Old Fort and Forodhani Gardens. It is the house where the powerful merchant and slave trader Tippu Tip lived. The building was a private residence until the Zanzibar Revolution and was later converted into a block of flats. ()
Coordinates: 6°9'50"S, 39°11'13"E
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Stone Town
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Day trips
Tippu Tip's House – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)
Nearby attractions include: House of Wonders, Darajani Market, Forodhani Gardens, Sultan's Palace.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
Which popular attractions are close to Tippu Tip's House?
Nearby attractions include St. Joseph's Cathedral, Stone Town (4 min walk), Forodhani Gardens, Stone Town (5 min walk), Old Fort, Stone Town (6 min walk), House of Wonders, Stone Town (8 min walk).
How to get to Tippu Tip's House by public transport?
The nearest stations to Tippu Tip's House:
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- Darajani Daladala Terminus (11 min walk)
- Kiwengwa (15 min walk)