Free tour
Cultural experience through Fort Jesus, Old town and Macknnon Market.
4.77
Good (71 ratings) Guru: Antony
Registered on 05 June 2022
Hi! I'm Antony. I have been a tour guide for six years. Having studied tourism and history, tour guiding is my best area and I always makes sure that my client needs are satisfied. Learning and presenting different cultures is what drives me.
Free booking and cancellation
Pay-what-you-wish tour, no set price, booking and cancellation are free
Tour description
Mombasa has a long history dating back to the 2nd century AD Mombasa's most prosperous period was probably in the 15th century, when it was the largest and most sophisticated trading city on the coast. The coastal cities were controlled by Swahili and operated as independent principalities.
Around the year 1500, the people of Mombasa wore robes of gold and lived in beautiful multi-story houses richly decorated with bentwood.
Rich in a variety of cultures, the tour starts at Fort Jesus , an old building dating back to the 16th century, Mombasa Old Town dating back to the 2nd century, Slave Market ( today's Spice Market).
Highlights
What will we see on this tour?
Meeting point:
P. O. Box 82412, Mombasa, Kenya
I will always be in the Fort Jesus parking lot to meet. The dress code will always be khakis and a polo shirt.
1
Outside visit
Fort Jesus Museum
Fort Jesus is the most protected 16th century Portuguese architecture. The Castle brings to live the Portuguese culture, Oman Arabs culture and the British culture.
2
Outside visit
Old Town
Mombasa Old presents more of Swahili culture which has been dominant in the coastal regional for almost 6 centuries. Gazetted as an historical site in 1988, the old town present a different atmosphere. All the historical building are been used as residential.
3
Outside visit
Mackinnon Market
Named after Sir William Mackinnon who constructed it in 1914. This is the today's spice market, formally the slave marked. For local shopping we take our clients to the market.
How much does this tour cost?
Free tours don't have a set price, instead, each person gives the guru at the end the amount they consider appropriate (amounts usually range from €10 to $50 depending on satisfaction with the tour).
Tour Reviews
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Professionalism
4.83
Fun
4.58
Expression
4.74
Quality
4.81
Route
4.80
Who is this tour for?
Accessibility
Suitable for people with reduced mobility.
Groups
Does not accept large group bookings.
Pets
Not suitable for bringing pets.
What should I know?
Minimum Attendees
Does not require a minimum number of people to conduct the tour.
Additional Costs
The tour requires payment for tickets or additional expenses.
Free Cancellation
If you cannot attend the tour, please cancel the booking, otherwise the guide will be waiting for you.
Payment Methods
Electronic or card payment accepted.
