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The Slipway
During your visit to Msasani Peninsula, you can enjoy retail therapy at The Slipway. Stroll along the area's beautiful beaches or simply savour its top-notch restaurants.
Zanzibar Ferry Terminal
Explore the waterfront in Dar es Salaam with a trip to Zanzibar Ferry Terminal. While you're in the area, stroll along the beautiful beaches.
Kariakoo Market
During your trip to Dar es Salaam, you can browse for the perfect souvenirs at Kariakoo Market. Wander the area's beautiful beaches or simply enjoy one of its top-notch restaurants.
Port of Dar es Salaam
Explore the waterfront in Dar es Salaam with a trip to Port of Dar es Salaam. Wander the waterfront and beaches in the area.
Coco Beach
If a restful holiday is part of your travel plans, Coco Beach might be the perfect place to visit during your trip to Dar es Salaam. While you're here, you can savour the top-notch restaurants.
Mbezi Beach
Why not spend a lazy afternoon at Mbezi Beach during your trip to Dar es Salaam? Stroll along the area's seaside or simply enjoy its restaurants.
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Other neighbourhoods around Dar es Salaam City Center

Kisutu
Uncover some of the top draws of Kisutu like its restaurants and waterfront views. If you're hoping to see more of the larger area, stop by Zanzibar Ferry Terminal or Kariakoo Market.

Mchafukoge
Mchafukoge is noteworthy for its waterfront views, and you can make a stop at top attractions like Uhuru Monument and Le Grande Casino.

Upanga East
The beaches and restaurants are a few reasons travellers visit Upanga East. Want to see more of the surrounding area? Kariakoo Market and National Museum of Tanzania are a few top sights nearby.

Kariakoo
Restaurants and shopping are just a few things travellers like about Kariakoo. A stop by Kariakoo Market is also recommended if you've got time to explore the area.

Kivukoni
Kivukoni is noteworthy for its waterfront views, and you can make a stop at top attractions like Zanzibar Ferry Terminal and National Museum of Tanzania.

Upanga West
While Upanga West isn't home to many top sights, Kariakoo Market and Zanzibar Ferry Terminal are some notable places to visit nearby.
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- Kariakoo Market
- Port of Dar es Salaam
- The Slipway
- Mbezi Beach
- Julius Nyerere International Conference Centre
- Mlimani City
- Wet n Wild Water Park
- Makumbusho Village
- University of Dar es Salaam
- Bahari Beach
- Bongoyo Island
- National Museum of Tanzania
- Dar-es-Salaam Zoo
- Jangwani Beach
- Mbudya Island
- Ilala Market
- Kijiji Beach
- Kivukoni Fish Market
- Pugu Hills Nature Centre
- Msasani Bay Beach
- Dar es Salaam International Conference Centre
- Kipepeo Beach
- Pugu Kazimzumbwi Nature Reserve
- Askari Monument
- Lugalo Golf Course