This is the Dar es Salaam chapter from Lonely Planet’s Tanzania guidebook.

With a population of over three million and East Africa’s second-largest port, Dar es Salaam is Tanzania’s major centre. Yet under its veneer of urban bustle, the city remains a down-to-earth place, with a picturesque seaport, a mixture of African, Arabic and Indian influences and close ties to its Swahili roots. The city merits a visit in its own right as Tanzania’s political and economic hub, and the cultural heart of the country.

• Snorkel and relax on Mbudya or Bongoyo islands
• maps
• Immerse yourself in life local style
• Shop for crafts at one of the city’s many other craft venues
• transport
• Get to know the area around Dar es Salaam, starting with the beaches
• restaurants & accommodation

Coverage includes: Sights & Activities, Sleeping, Eating, Drinking, Entertainment, Shopping, Around Dar es Salaam, Pugu Hills, Offshore Islands, Northern Beaches and Southern Beaches.