Darajani Bazaar
Darajani Bazaar
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12:00 AM - 11:59 PM
Monday
12:00 AM - 11:59 PM
Tuesday
12:00 AM - 11:59 PM
Wednesday
12:00 AM - 11:59 PM
Thursday
12:00 AM - 11:59 PM
Friday
12:00 AM - 11:59 PM
Saturday
12:00 AM - 11:59 PM
Sunday
12:00 AM - 11:59 PM
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Locococomama
Evergreen, Colorado, United States1,242 contributions
Sept 2022 • Couples
I’ve been to tons of open markets like this and always enjoyed them. The stench was beyond disgusting and indescribable. The chicken area was probably the worst, but I just could not wait to get out of there. What a shame as I would have loved to shop for apices and other things. It’s a large market for sure, but the lack of sanitation can be smelled.
Written 24 September 2022
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Erindel66
Vilanova i la Geltru, Spain4,919 contributions
Oct 2021
Stone Town local market, where you can find fish, fruit, meat and any type of vegetable or spices.
It's the local market, so it's always full of local people.
The smells and colors are a wonder.
Do not hesitate to spend a good time there between the stalls.
Totally recommended.
It's the local market, so it's always full of local people.
The smells and colors are a wonder.
Do not hesitate to spend a good time there between the stalls.
Totally recommended.
Written 3 September 2022
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Oldman8899
New Delhi, India72 contributions
Sept 2022
Not exactly a shopping place for most tourists and yet a place to visit. A market of vegetables and other needs basically for the local inhabitants. An odd souvenir pickup of local handicraft. Backpackers dot it the most.
Written 8 October 2022
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kelledstyle
Montreal, Canada763 contributions
Sept 2018 • Friends
The market has more than you could imagine. In addition to food, vendors sell clothes, electronics, souvenirs, and much more. If you are interested to buy Zanzibar spices, note that some vendors proposed all kind of fancy packs that you won’t find elsewhere. Visit my Instagram (kelledstyle) for more pictures and my blog for more info :)
Written 28 September 2018
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Alfredy Jackson
Zanzibar Island, Tanzania176 contributions
June 2019 • Friends
The Darajani Market is famous or known as Darajani Fish market or Darajani Food Market or even Darajani Local Market.
These are the names given by different people from different places according to their perspective and the way they categorize it as.
The Market is Open from around 07:30 Am to 10:30 pm and sometimes more depends on the customers.
The Darajani Market tour is one of things to do and you should never miss once you are in this Island, It became one of the most popular and most visited by tourist from around the world and local people, so its a tourist attraction.
Since it have More of the Variety of the Local food, and More Experience in Local trading and marketing experience, Small trade activities.
This is a cash only place, No Cards Services here.
This is One of the famous local food market in Zanzibar.
it's a place where you can find and have almost everything you need in the food section, (Fresh and at a very low / reasonable price.)
The market is very famous due to its unique style, arrangement (Specified Portions) and Running style.
The market has Beef Butches section, Fresh fish Section, Spice section , Fresh Fruits and mixed / different variety Section. so if you fail to find what you are looking for, just go to mixed / different variety Section, there you will get what you want.
so the Sellers have arranged them self in that way to make more life easy to their customers and quest visiting the market. Though the market is very populated especial during the afternoon since different people from part of Zanzibar going there for shopping but still you will find path ways to move around the market.
So if you need some fresh fruits, Vegetables, Fish and meat, Spices and further more even to experience Zanzibarian local life style this is the right place to visit.
I like the way people are so humble, everyone has his or her own internal motivation, Not only youth but even, Women and Older people they all seat together as a community with the aim of one goal to sell as the best they can,
once you are at the market it's a normal thing to see everyone is welcome you at his or her business. People from this area have high and good Customer care with pleasant language that will convince you to stop and buy from him or her and sometimes even just to have a look, this is what encourages them more.
The wonderful this you can come across a local guy Speaking your language, don't be surprised, or you hear someone speaks more than 3 Foreign language.
The market has the best products and cheap price ever,
For anyone you can go with your expensive camera to take pictures but with a request for a permission a person before taking the picture, Some they like to be in the picture some don't like to be in the pictures, so the better way is to ask the individual first.
Do you wanna have more fun, Say or talk to any local person a Swahili word there you go, you will love the moment of being there.
People are very friendly and its a Safe Market.
Thank you everyone these are some of my experiences of being there, i have much to say the beauty of this place but i leave for you to say more after passing to this place.
These are the names given by different people from different places according to their perspective and the way they categorize it as.
The Market is Open from around 07:30 Am to 10:30 pm and sometimes more depends on the customers.
The Darajani Market tour is one of things to do and you should never miss once you are in this Island, It became one of the most popular and most visited by tourist from around the world and local people, so its a tourist attraction.
Since it have More of the Variety of the Local food, and More Experience in Local trading and marketing experience, Small trade activities.
This is a cash only place, No Cards Services here.
This is One of the famous local food market in Zanzibar.
it's a place where you can find and have almost everything you need in the food section, (Fresh and at a very low / reasonable price.)
The market is very famous due to its unique style, arrangement (Specified Portions) and Running style.
The market has Beef Butches section, Fresh fish Section, Spice section , Fresh Fruits and mixed / different variety Section. so if you fail to find what you are looking for, just go to mixed / different variety Section, there you will get what you want.
so the Sellers have arranged them self in that way to make more life easy to their customers and quest visiting the market. Though the market is very populated especial during the afternoon since different people from part of Zanzibar going there for shopping but still you will find path ways to move around the market.
So if you need some fresh fruits, Vegetables, Fish and meat, Spices and further more even to experience Zanzibarian local life style this is the right place to visit.
I like the way people are so humble, everyone has his or her own internal motivation, Not only youth but even, Women and Older people they all seat together as a community with the aim of one goal to sell as the best they can,
once you are at the market it's a normal thing to see everyone is welcome you at his or her business. People from this area have high and good Customer care with pleasant language that will convince you to stop and buy from him or her and sometimes even just to have a look, this is what encourages them more.
The wonderful this you can come across a local guy Speaking your language, don't be surprised, or you hear someone speaks more than 3 Foreign language.
The market has the best products and cheap price ever,
For anyone you can go with your expensive camera to take pictures but with a request for a permission a person before taking the picture, Some they like to be in the picture some don't like to be in the pictures, so the better way is to ask the individual first.
Do you wanna have more fun, Say or talk to any local person a Swahili word there you go, you will love the moment of being there.
People are very friendly and its a Safe Market.
Thank you everyone these are some of my experiences of being there, i have much to say the beauty of this place but i leave for you to say more after passing to this place.
Written 13 June 2019
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RicardoGoncalves
Jersey, UK92 contributions
June 2014 • Couples
This is a great market and a great experience.
It's very loud and hectic with very alien smells, sights and sounds.
There are many shops selling the same thing so haggle and shop around for the best price.
Don't feel intimidated. If you are a woman you tend to get a lot of looks but as long as you are dressed "respectfully" you will have no issues whatsoever. I felt quite safe, everyone was very friendly.
This place has to be experienced. So if you are in Stone Town, head for Creek Road and see Darajani Market for yourself.
It's very loud and hectic with very alien smells, sights and sounds.
There are many shops selling the same thing so haggle and shop around for the best price.
Don't feel intimidated. If you are a woman you tend to get a lot of looks but as long as you are dressed "respectfully" you will have no issues whatsoever. I felt quite safe, everyone was very friendly.
This place has to be experienced. So if you are in Stone Town, head for Creek Road and see Darajani Market for yourself.
Written 8 July 2014
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Moira W
Hermanus, South Africa56 contributions
Oct 2019 • Couples
The bazaar was wonderful to visit. It was one of those hot humid days and I am glad we took water with us.I was enchanted by the history....sometimes very sad and the architecture of the buildings. I specially enjoyed the doors and the symbolism behind their design.
We skipped the fish and meat markets but the fruits were beautifully displayed and the Spice stalls to die for. The stall owners were friendly and the spice prices reasonable. In lieu of this I did not barter and was touched to receive a few 'presents ' Well worth a visit.
We skipped the fish and meat markets but the fruits were beautifully displayed and the Spice stalls to die for. The stall owners were friendly and the spice prices reasonable. In lieu of this I did not barter and was touched to receive a few 'presents ' Well worth a visit.
Written 9 November 2019
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jojo
Navi Mumbai, India2,787 contributions
Jan 2016 • Family
At the heart of the city, it was a unique shopping experience, noisy and overcrowded with A-Z availability of items so cheap with much negotiation.
Written 9 January 2016
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Johann&Sandra
8,264 contributions
Darajani Bazaar is just around the corner from the main food markets, and features Kanga Street (where local ladies come to pick up the colorful kangas they wear at or near the home) and a wide variety of other goods for the home. Prices here are better than on the tourist streets but of course if you look like a tourist the price still shoots through the roof so get ready to bargain hard. It's a nice walk, and you can pick up some basics for your trip here. Always nice to wander the narrow alleyways of the market areas.
Written 6 November 2010
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Hermes_NL 🇳🇱
Amsterdam, The Netherlands21,567 contributions
Mar 2023 • Solo
Great experience to see (and smell!) the hustle and bustle of a real African meat, fish and vegetables market. You can also buy your spices here. Especially the fish auction is quite special to observe.
Written 6 April 2023
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Since Zanzibar is mostly Muslim my guess would be that it would be open on Sunday, but that is only a guess!
Written 1 May 2019
Buongiorno Vorrei sapere se al mercato è possibile trovare cibo (pesce fresco) pronto per cenare sul posto
Written 10 August 2018
Le consigll di comprarlo e cucinarlo a casa o altrimenti di andare nei ristoranti!
Written 10 August 2018
As it been said. Opens in the early morning and close in the late evening. But if you want to feel the real buzz you should definitely go there ASAP.
Written 6 March 2018
Gli orari per cortesia... grazie
Written 11 February 2018
Da mattina sino alle 21 di sera
Written 12 February 2018
Bonjour. Est-ce qu'il y a des stands à l'intérieur même du marché où on peut manger le midi ? Merci.
Written 12 July 2017
Bonjour,
Darajani est un marché; viandes, poissons, légumes, fruits, épices et d'autres choses mais pas l'endroit qu'on peut trouver des stands pour manger. ça existe mais en général pour les vendeurs et je vous laisse imaginer l'état.
Le soir il y a des stands au bord de la mer au jardin de Forodhani est c'est ouvert que le soir. Plein de commentaires se trouvent dans Tripadvisor. Demandez toujours le prix avant que le vendeur commance à remplir l'assiète.
Mais si êtes à Darajani vous pouvez faire 5 minutes à pieds et à coté de musée de l'ésclavagisme, il y a 2 restaurant: Macha Allah Café et Lukmaan là en moyen un plat est à 3 - 4 euros; 7'000 à 10'000 Shillings.
Si vous êtes amateur d'épices c'est à Darajani qu'il faut acheter et négocier et pas dans les visites organisées dans les champs, à c'est le double prixs.
Bon voyage
Written 12 July 2017
Hello, we are not sure if we want to come on April or on September. Is the place open on mid April? will it be raining all the time?
thank you for your answer :)
Written 18 March 2017
Habt ihr auf dem Markt als auch in den Geschäften und Restaurants in Stone Town in TZS oder in $ bezahlt? Wie sah das bei Taxi Fahrten aus?
Written 11 August 2015
hier werden neben tansanischen Schilling definitiv auch Dollar und Euros genommen. Ob man sich an gängige Kurse hält ist eine andere Frage :)
Written 18 May 2018
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