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Things to see in Dar es Salaam (Tanzania): 13 places and when to go
Dar es Salaam is a major city in Tanzania with around 2,930,000 inhabitants, and this site lists 13 places in and around it, mainly Architecture (3), Beaches (3), Nature (2). The best known are Askari Monument, Menai Bay Conservation Area and Nyerere Bridge. The best time to come is December to February and June to October; also possible: March and November. There are about 12 h 24 of daylight all year round: this close to the equator the days barely change. Here is what there is, when to go, how to get there and what else is nearby.
In a nutshell
- Where
- Tanzania · -6.7981, 39.2664
- Population
- About 2,930,000
- Places
- 13 places on this site, in the town and around it.
- What people come for
- Architecture (3) · Beaches (3) · Nature (2) · Wildlife (2) · Museums and art (2) · History (1)
- Best time
- December to February and June to October.
- Also possible
- March and November.
- Nearest airport
- DAR Dar es Salaam, 11 km as the crow flies
What to see in Dar es Salaam
The places in and around Dar es Salaam, best known first, each with its own page: what it is, when to go and what is next to it. Distances are from the centre, as the crow flies.
- Askari MonumentMonument in Dar es Salaam3.3 km
- Menai Bay Conservation AreaConservation area in Zanzibar, Tanzania44 km
- Nyerere BridgeBridge in Tanzania7.7 km
- Selander BridgeBridge in Tanzania1.7 km
- Pungume LighthouseLighthouse in Tanzania41 km
- bird reserve kizimkaziProtected area45 km
- Bravo Coco BeachBeaches4.2 km
- Kipepeo Beach VillageBeaches12 km
- Mahaba BeachBeaches21 km
- National Museum of TanzaniaMuseum3.5 km
- Rangi GalleryGallery3.3 km
- St. Joseph's Cathedral, Dar es SalaamCathedral in Dar es Salaam, Tanzania3.4 km
- Tanzania Breweries LimitedBrewery2.9 km
When to go to Dar es Salaam
The best time to visit Dar es Salaam is December to February and June to October; also possible: March and November. This comes from its own places: a month counts as the town's best time when it is the best time for half of what there is to see.
- JanBest time12:21
- FebBest time12:13
- MarPossible12:03
- AprBetter not11:51
- MayBetter not11:41
- JunBest time11:36
- JulBest time11:38
- AugBest time11:47
- SepBest time11:58
- OctBest time12:09
- NovPossible12:19
- DecBest time12:24
Best timePossibleBetter notHours of daylight
There are about 12 h 24 of daylight all year round: this close to the equator the days barely change. In January, 13 of the 13 places are at their best.
When to go to Tanzania in general, with its festivals and peak seasons, is in its country guide.
Getting to Dar es Salaam
The nearest main airport is Julius Nyerere International Airport (DAR, Dar es Salaam), 11 km as the crow flies. How to get around Tanzania (train, car, bus) is in its country guide, and what to sort out before you leave is in its checklist.
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Other towns nearby
And all of Tanzania, in its country guide.
Frequently asked questions
What is there to see in Dar es Salaam?
The best known: Askari Monument, Menai Bay Conservation Area, Nyerere Bridge, Selander Bridge, Pungume Lighthouse. In all, 13 places in the town and around it, all on your trip map from day one.
When is the best time to visit Dar es Salaam?
December to February and June to October; also possible: March and November. There are about 12 h 24 of daylight all year round: this close to the equator the days barely change.
How do you get to Dar es Salaam?
The nearest main airport is Julius Nyerere International Airport (DAR), 11 km away. From there, directions opens the route on the map.
How do I add it to my trip?
Create a trip with Dar es Salaam as the destination and these 13 places are on your map, each with its category. The ones you like go into a day's plan with one tap, and Kokai reminds you when you pass nearby.
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