Historic colonial quarter
Tanga, Tanzania
About
The old town centre with its clock tower, railway station and over a century of German and British administrative buildings.
Opening hours
- Monday: 8:30 AM – 5:30 PM
- Tuesday: 8:30 AM – 5:30 PM
- Wednesday: 8:30 AM – 5:30 PM
- Thursday: 8:30 AM – 5:30 PM
- Friday: 8:30 AM – 5:30 PM
- Saturday: 8:30 AM – 5:30 PM
- Sunday: 8:30 AM – 5:30 PM
Where it is
Getting to & around Tanga
From other cities: Tanga Airport (TGT) receives limited scheduled and charter flights; the city is also linked by good tarmac roads and regular buses from Dar es Salaam (about 5-6 hours) and from Moshi and Arusha via the Usambara route.
Getting around: Around town, use bajaji three-wheelers, boda-boda motorbikes, daladala minibuses and taxis; boats and dhows serve the bay, and shared vehicles run up to Lushoto in the Usambaras.
Full getting-there guideMore in Tanga
Tourist Attraction
Amboni Caves
A vast Jurassic-age limestone cave complex 8 km north of the city, the jewel in Tanga's crown, with guided tours and rich folklore.
Mountain Peak
Usambara Mountains (Lushoto)
Cool, forested highlands about three hours inland, famed for hiking, viewpoints, Shambaa culture and endemic wildlife.
Museum
Galanos Hot Springs
Natural sulphur springs near the caves, a popular spot for a warm, mineral-rich soak.
Natural Feature
Toten Island
A small island in Tanga Bay dotted with ruined mosques, tombs and baobabs, reached by dhow.