Mombasa Old Town Day Tour

Duration: 2h 45min

Provided by JohnMwangi

Overview

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Meeting point

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Overview of the tour in Mombasa

10:30 AM Meeting at the Elephant Tusks on Moi Avenue.
We’ll begin with a brief history of the Tusks and the nearby Garden. Afterward, we’ll visit the Hindu temple. The tour will then take you to Mama Ngina Seafront and Fort Jesus. The fort, built by the Portuguese, played a crucial role in controlling Indian Ocean trade and breaking the influence of the Middle East and Asia.

Next, we’ll walk past the Mombasa Club, built in 1897, and I’ll share its fascinating history. From there, we’ll continue along the Ndia Kuu main highway, the first main road built in Kenya, and visit Government Square, the British Governor’s House, the Old Post Office, the Old Prison, and the Portuguese Cemetery.

We’ll then visit the Portuguese Chapel, followed by the oldest mosque in Mombasa. As we stroll through the narrow streets of the Old Town, I’ll provide detailed insights into the history of the Swahili people, their culture, and their food. You’ll also learn about the first American and Italian consulates in the Old Town.

Our walk wouldn’t be complete without a visit to the Spice Market, where you’ll find a variety of fruits, vegetables, and spices.

This activity includes:

Fort Jesus Museum
Seafront Swahili Dishes
Government Square
Old Post Office
Water, coffee, tea

Our Guides

John mwangi

Meeting point

Fort Jesus Mombasa

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On arrival

The meeting point is at the Fort Jesus ticket Office or Camels Joint restaurant next to Fort Jesus.

Things to note

Expect a tour with real sightseeing.

Free Cancellation

You are free to cancel a booking anytime. We kindly remind you to cancel bookings you cannot arrive for. Being reported as absent decreases your customer level points and the benefits you can enjoy.

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