Rooftop bars · Zanzibar
Best rooftop bars in Zanzibar
Skyline-up cocktails in Zanzibar — patios with a view, sunset terraces and rooftop kitchens that actually deliver on the photos.
Frequently added to plansPopular local pick
We found the best exact matches first, then added nearby alternatives that still fit your vibe.
Top spots in Zanzibar
Tatu Lounge
NightlifeStone Town
Rooftop cocktail bar over the seafront — Swahili-jazz nights, mojitos, sunset call to prayer.
Where to eat
Emerson Spice Tea House
$$$Swahili tasting menu · Stone Town
Sunset rooftop, five Swahili-influenced courses, live taarab music nightly.
Tea House Restaurant (Emerson on Hurumzi)
$$$Set Swahili menu · Stone Town
Cushioned rooftop dining under the stars — barefoot, communal, Swahili wedding-feast energy.
- Great for drinks
6 Degrees South
$$Bistro / Bar · Stone Town
Seafront cocktail bar and grill — sundowner Dawa cocktails, sushi, harbour views.
Frequently asked
- Standouts right now: Forodhani Night Market, Spice Farm Tour, Tatu Lounge. The shortlist is curated by people who live in Zanzibar and refreshed regularly so it reflects what's actually open and worth your time.
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