Forodhani Gardens Night Market, Zanzibar
What to see at Forodhani Gardens Night Market and how to fit it into a Zanzibar trip.
Quick answer
Every evening at sundown, Stone Town's seafront gardens transform into an open-air night food market where vendors grill fresh seafood, make Zanzibar pizza and serve urojo soup by lamplight.
Best season for Zanzibar: June – October. Recommended trip length: 7–10 Days.
About Forodhani Gardens Night Market
Every evening at sundown, Stone Town's seafront gardens transform into an open-air night food market where vendors grill fresh seafood, make Zanzibar pizza and serve urojo soup by lamplight. One of the great street food experiences in East Africa.
Forodhani Gardens Night Market is one of 12 places we cover in Zanzibar, and falls on day 2 of our 5-day Zanzibar plan.
More places to visit in Zanzibar
- Paje Beach & Kite Surfing
- Stone Town — UNESCO Old Quarter
- Nungwi & Kendwa Beaches
- Spice Farm Tour
- Mnemba Atoll Diving & Snorkelling
- Jozani Forest & Red Colobus Monkeys
- Prison Island & Giant Tortoises
- Kizimkazi Dolphin Swimming
Questions about Forodhani Gardens Night Market
What is Forodhani Gardens Night Market?
Every evening at sundown, Stone Town's seafront gardens transform into an open-air night food market where vendors grill fresh seafood, make Zanzibar pizza and serve urojo soup by lamplight. One of the great street food experiences in East Africa.
When is the best time to visit Forodhani Gardens Night Market?
Zanzibar's best season is June – October, which is the best window for Forodhani Gardens Night Market too.
How many days do I need in Zanzibar to include Forodhani Gardens Night Market?
Trripah recommends 7–10 Days for Zanzibar. Forodhani Gardens Night Market fits into a normal itinerary without extra days.
Can Trripah include Forodhani Gardens Night Market in a Zanzibar package?
Yes. Tell us your dates and group and we add Forodhani Gardens Night Market to a Zanzibar plan with flights, hotels and transfers, usually within 24 hours.