{"license":"CC BY 4.0 — attribution: IsMyTripSafe.com","source":"https://ismytripsafe.com/tanzania/zanzibar-city","updatedAt":"2026-07-29T17:47:40.769Z","place":{"city":"Zanzibar City","country":"Tanzania","countryCode":"TZ","lat":-6.1664908,"lon":39.2074312},"safety":{"score":68,"level":"SAFE","answer":"Yes — generally safe","saferThanPctOfCountries":69,"confidence":0.83,"caps":[],"databaseScore":67,"travellerSentiment":{"score":70,"label":"Mostly positive","summary":"Despite some historical incidents, recent travel media and awards indicate a positive perception of Zanzibar City as a tourist destination, suggesting most visitors have safe and enjoyable experiences.","weightInScore":0.18,"components":[{"label":"Reported feel","score":75,"weight":0.35},{"label":"Robbery risk","score":62,"weight":0.45},{"label":"Pickpocket risk","score":78,"weight":0.2}]},"categories":[{"key":"crime","label":"Crime","score":66,"tier":1},{"key":"sentiment","label":"Traveller 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Petty crime is a concern, and travelers should be aware of the potential for scams.","robberyRisk":{"level":"Moderate","note":"While not a primary concern for most tourists, muggings can occur, particularly in less-trafficked areas or after dark."},"pickpocketRisk":{"level":"Moderate","note":"Pickpocketing and bag-snatching are common in busy markets, tourist areas, and on public transport."},"safeAreas":["Bububu"],"avoidAreas":["Areas near the Tanzanian border with Mozambique (due to regional instability)."],"scams":["Overpriced souvenirs and taxi fares","\"Bargaining\" scams where prices are inflated before negotiation","\"Bait and switch\" for tours or activities"],"zones":[{"name":"Stone Town","level":"caution","note":"Historic center, can be crowded; watch for pickpockets and be aware of surroundings, especially at night."},{"name":"Ng'ambo","level":"caution","note":"More residential; exercise increased vigilance, especially after dark, and be aware of local customs."},{"name":"Kivukoni","level":"caution","note":"Coastal area, generally safe but maintain awareness of personal belongings in busy areas."},{"name":"Mwanakwerekwe","level":"caution","note":"A more local district; requires heightened awareness and respect for local norms, avoid displaying wealth."},{"name":"Bububu","level":"safe","note":"Generally considered a quieter, residential area; standard travel precautions apply."}]}}