Arusha City Tour Markets Culture and Maasai Experiences

Arusha, the vibrant gateway to Tanzania's northern safari circuit, offers an enriching city tour filled with culture, history, and local life. -A city tour can go beyond the touristy areas to show you local life. Walking through residential streets can give you an authentic glimpse of how people live, work, and commute.

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   Stop 1

   15 min

   Clock tower is a classic landmark in arusha and popular reference point for directions. This tower was built by galanos and represents a blend of history, daily city life, standing as quiet sentinel in the heart of arusha.

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   Stop 2

   30 min

   The tanzanite experience museum is the best place to learn about the unique and rare Tanzanite gemstone. This blue violet stone is only found in Tanzania. There you will learn about Tanzanite history, mining and transformation of Tanzanite. The museum also has a gift shop where you can purchase certified Tanzanite stone and jewelry.

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   National Natural History Museum Arusha

   20 min

   This is a testament to our region colonial history, was constructed by the germans to assert their control over the area. Over the decades, it served as a regional goverment office before being converted into Arusha natural history museum.

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   Stop 4

   15 min

   This is a prominent monument in the city center. It was built to commemorate the arusha declaration, a political statement made by Tanzanian's first president.

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   Stop 5

   35 min

   Explore open market a sensory delight and a must visit for an authentic local experience. This large market is where locals do their shopping. Here you will find everything from fresh produce, spices, house hold items and souvenirs. It is perfect place to practice your bargaining skill and find unique items to take home.

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   Maasai Market Curios and Crafts

   40 min

   Maasai market is the go to place for souvenirs. It is large open air market filled with hundreds of stalls run by maasai and other local artisans. There you will find a wide range of beautiful handcrafted items, including colorful beaded necklaces, bracelets and earrings. You can purchase hand-carved wooden sculptures, traditional fabrics and leather goods. It is a great place to interact with locals and haggle for the best price.

• Public transportation options are available nearby
• Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
• Not recommended for pregnant travelers
• Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
• Suitable for all physical fitness levels
• This experience includes the Maasai Market, but does not include Maasai dancing or village visits.

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.