House of Wonders (Beit-al-Ajaib)
Stone Town's landmark palace-museum from 1883, once the sultan's ceremonial residence and the first building in Zanzibar with electricity and an elevator. Currently under restoration after partial collapse - check locally whether interior visits have resumed.
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Hours
Exterior viewable anytime; interior status varies - confirm on site
Entry fee
Entry fee suspended during restoration
SAFETY TIP
Stay clear of cordoned restoration zones around the building's seaward corner.