About Dar es Salaam
Dar es Salaam is one of Tanzania's major cities, home to around 5,383,728 people.
Best time
The dry season for the most comfortable travel
Weather
Largely warm year-round with distinct wet and dry seasons
Experiences
Things to do in Dar es Salaam
1
National Museum
2
Makumbusho Village Museum
3
Askari Monument
4
Zoological Gardens
5
Karimjee Hall
6
Azania Front Lutheran Church
7
St. Joseph's Cathedral
8
Graham
Budget travel
Free things to do in Dar es Salaam
Askari Monument
Zoological Gardens
Azania Front Lutheran Church
St. Joseph's Cathedral
Mostly free or pay-what-you-like — always double-check opening times and any seasonal fees before you go.
Plan your trip
Suggested itinerary
- 1
Day 1
Icons & landmarks
- Visit National Museum
- Visit Makumbusho Village Museum
- Visit Askari Monument
- Eat at Summy's
- 2
Day 2
Culture & neighborhoods
- Visit Zoological Gardens
- Visit Karimjee Hall
- Visit Azania Front Lutheran Church
- Eat at Chef's Pride
- 3
Day 3
Markets, parks & hidden corners
- Visit St. Joseph's Cathedral
- Visit Graham
- Visit Century Cinemax
- Eat at Durban Hotel
Where to eat
Summy's
Chef's Pride
Durban Hotel
Khana Khazana
Hong Kong Tai Yong Sun Restaurant
Addis in Dar
Rohobot Ethiopian Restaurant
Al-Basha
Where to stay
- Econo Lodge
- Holiday Hotel
- Safari Inn
- YMCA
- YWCA
Shopping
- City Mall
- Aura Mall
- A Novel Idea
Nightlife
- Q Bar
Museums & culture
- National Museum
- Makumbusho Village Museum
- Askari Monument
- Azania Front Lutheran Church
- St. Joseph's Cathedral
In pictures
Dar es Salaam gallery
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