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Top 6 Shopping Malls in Dar es Salaam for a Memorable Experience

Dar es Salaam, the busy city and the capital of Tanzania is the largest city and the most most centre of its commerce and shopping. The hospitality offered to tourist with the rich culture and warm weather along with the breathtaking sight of the ocean provides an appealing point to the residents and the visitors as well.


Be it an international brand or a localized store, the city boom with modern day shopping experiences that offers a wide range of shopping malls to have a good time. The shopping centres seem to be in competition to attract more people and thus offer rich cultural experiences along with shopping for different goods from high end to more affordable range.


We shall in this guide talk about the six best shopping malls in Dar es Salaam which have their own special features and beauty. Whether it is for buying the trendiest fashion items, walking through various types of restaurants or just sitting in the coffee and eating a cake – the malls will take very good care of everyone who goes out for a nice family activity.


1.Mlimani City Mall

For those who may not be aware, Mlimani City Mall is the first air conditioned shopping mall, located in Sam Nujoma road, Dar es Salaam city. The mall consists of varying stores, some of which are international and some local, bolstered with a movie theatre, providing all entertainment and shopping under one roof.


2.The Slipway Shopping Centre


A What Happens After The Slipway? Easy. A Lot. If you are looking for something other than simply doing shopping, then The Slipway is the right place for you. With a prime location facing the waterfront, this shopping mall is convenient and also great for leisure. Charming boutiques and craft stores, as well as waterfront restaurants, make it the best place to go shopping and have dinner by the Indian Ocean watching the sun go down' Unique aspects:


Located right next to the ocean, it is certain to leave sunset views for the customers which is ideal for eating as well as shopping in a stress-free environment.

Best time to visit: The time around late afternoon is the best as it is perfect for shopping followed by a witnessing a perfect sunset.

Location: Msasani Peninsula, Dar es Salaam.


3. Sea Cliff Village

Looking for some high end shops? Sea Cliff Village boasts of having several highend shops, a well stocked supermarket, places for the kids such as a play area plus a beautiful garden courtyard as the setting. This is why families love visiting that place. It's quiet and elegant; there's nothing better than that when you want to calmly go shopping while being re surrounded by greenery and beautiful scenery.


Unique aspects: Has high end restaurants and shops, such a high end environment makes it a gorgeous experience.

Best time to visit: Late mornings are ideal, a peaceful shopping experience ended with lunch. Location: Msasani Peninsula, Dar es salaam


4.Quality Center Mall

Heighten thorough shopping, dining and entertainment experience when you visit the Quality Center Mall located on Nyerere Road as it provides endless convenient facilities and sufficient parking. It is among the largest malls in the city which is centrally air conditioned as well. Furthermore, there is a children play area and cinema therefore it is always a family favorite besides the shopping.


Unique aspects: The air-conditioned mall features shops and cinema. Best time to visit: Early afternoons for a cool break when shopping and after watching a movie.

Location: Nyerere Road, Dar es Salaam


5.Mkuki House Shopping Mall

Mkuki House is a very nice compact and a well organized shopping center, located at the city centre. There are many types of shops – supermarkets, boutiques, and entertainment, and they provide a convenient place to shop for the residents and the tourists. It is particularly quite known for its special party area which is ideal for children’s parties.


Unique aspects: The space is family-oriented with a children’s party area.

Best time to visit: Saturdays and Sundays for the special events or the children’s activities.

Location: Pugu Road, Dar es Salaam


6.Shoppers Plaza

Shoppers Plaza has become the choice of many customers especially in the areas of Mikocheni and masaki. Shoppers Plaza is a combination of grocery shops, pharmacies, jewelry shops and restaurants and it has become the center of residents on the search for any essentials or prerequisites which are not found very easily. Its practical premises in locations as well as the nature of the services and goods renders it fully satisfactory for the population’s day to day needs.


Unique aspects: Drawbacks The center is annoying in that it is located in many neighborhoods but there is a wide variety of services offered thus it is rather convenient though location as a center poses some disadvantages

Best time to visit: any time since it is meant for convenience shopping

Location: Mikocheni, Masaki, Mbezi


Shoppers in Dar Es Salaam also have no shortage of malls and even these malls demonstrate the beauty of this city as they each have something a bit different or distinct from the others. From boutiques that scream sophistication, over to stores that carry locally crafted goods, or even just wanting to grab a cup of coffee or watch a movie, there is always something to do in the shopping malls. These six malls will paint a picture on what a The Shopping Capital of East Africa is a very beautiful and rich city in terms of shopping culture.


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