Kigamboni Travel Guide
Dar es Salaam
Popular places to visit
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.
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.
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.
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.
Makumbusho Village
You can spend an afternoon browsing the exhibits at Makumbusho Village during your trip to Dar es Salaam. Stroll along the area's beautiful beaches or simply savour its top-notch restaurants.
Things to do
Dar es Salaam City Tour - Visit all attractive places
Full Day NAKUPENDA SANDBANK and STONE TOWN ( Lunch included )
Dar es Salaam History and Architectural Tours
Dar es Salaam Night Tour with Local Dinner and Private Transfers
Top hotels in Kigamboni
Sun N Sand Beach Resort
"I would 100 % not go here again. The service is terrible. Upon arrival, we did not get any service or information. No smile, no welcome. Just a very complicated and SLOW process to check in. The people in the reception don't speak English, mostly Swahili. But even without English it is possible to ..."
Reviewed on 17 May 2026
Kijiji Beach Resort
Crowne Plaza Dar es Salaam by IHG
"Everything was great"
Reviewed on 14 May 2026
Hyatt Regency Dar Es Salaam, The Kilimanjaro
Four Points by Sheraton Dar es Salaam New Africa
Dar Es Salaam Serena Hotel
"Everything was good"
Reviewed on 9 May 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Kigamboni
Kivukoni
Kivukoni is noteworthy for its waterfront views, and you can make a stop at top attractions like Zanzibar Ferry Terminal and Nyumba ya Sanaa.
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.
Dar es Salaam City Center
While Dar es Salaam City Center isn't home to many top sights, Zanzibar Ferry Terminal and Kariakoo Market are some notable places to visit nearby.
Upanga East
Visitors to Upanga East like its beaches and restaurants, and Vijana Mall is a sight worth a stop.
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.
