Things to do in Nairobi

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3 Days Maasai Mara Guided Safari on 4x4 Land Cruiser from Nairobi

3 Days Maasai Mara Guided Safari on 4x4 Land Cruiser from Nairobi

Activity duration is 3 days
Free cancellation available
Price is ￥71,315 per adult*
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Private & custom tours

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6-Day 5 Nights Masai Mara, Lake Nakuru & Amboseli Budget Safari

6-Day 5 Nights Masai Mara, Lake Nakuru & Amboseli Budget Safari

Activity duration is 6 days
Free cancellation available
Price is ￥84,281 per adult
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Food, drink & nightlife

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Carnivore Restaurant: Lunch or Dinner Experience in Nairobi

Carnivore Restaurant: Lunch or Dinner Experience in Nairobi

Activity duration is 2 hours
10.0 out of 10 with 1 review
Free cancellation available
Price is ￥5,172 per adult*
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Classes & workshops

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Traditional Kenyan Cooking Class & Local Market Tour

Traditional Kenyan Cooking Class & Local Market Tour

Activity duration is 3 hours and 30 minutes
10.0 out of 10 with 1 review
Free cancellation available
Price is ￥7,204 per adult
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Shopping & fashion

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Nairobi Souvenir and Gem Shopping Tour

Nairobi Souvenir and Gem Shopping Tour

Activity duration is 5 hours and 30 minutes
Free cancellation available
Price is ￥5,763 per adult
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What to do in Nairobi

Discover the most popular places to visit in Nairobi

When a tiny new-born elephant is orphaned, it is often because its mother and family have been killed to serve the brutal ivory trade. For an elephant, family is all important; a calf’s very existence depends upon its mother’s milk for the first two years. In Kenya an Elephant Nursery exists nestled within Nairobi National Park under the auspices of the David Sheldrick Wildlife Trust, which is overseen by Dr Dame Daphne Sheldrick, whose elephant experience spans a lifetime. This pioneering organisation, which works in partnership with the Kenya Wildlife Service offers hope for any orphaned elephant fortunate enough to be found alive.

Nairobi National Park

4.5/5(95 reviews)

Explore the lovely green spaces of Nairobi National Park and also enjoy the safari tours in Nairobi. While you're here, you can savor the top-notch restaurants.

Nairobi National Park
View from the top of Kenyatta International Conference Center, Nairobi, Kenya

Kenyatta International Convention Centre

4/5(30 reviews)

Learn about the events happening at Kenyatta International Convention Centre during your trip to Nairobi. Discover the area's shops, or seek out its safari tours.

Kenyatta International Convention Centre
Great garden at Norfolk Hotel, a perfect place to relaxe after walking in the town. They have good food as well.

University of Nairobi

4/5(48 reviews)

Explore the campus of University of Nairobi during your visit to Nairobi. Discover the area's shops, or seek out its safari tours.

University of Nairobi
Touristy, kind of, but well worth the wait and price as you are supporting the fantastic work of Daphne Sheldrick and her volunteers as they bring awareness of the brutal effects of elephant and rhino poaching. Alamaya, the newest baby seen here, was found lying by her slaughtered mother in the Kenyan Mara, but as you can see, she is doing well under their care. Keep up the great work Sheldrick Wildlife Trust!

David Sheldrick Elephant & Rhino Orphanage

5/5(50 reviews)

Enjoy an outing to David Sheldrick Elephant & Rhino Orphanage during your stay in Nairobi. While you're here, you can savor the top-notch restaurants.

David Sheldrick Elephant & Rhino Orphanage
City Market

City Market

4/5(63 reviews)

During your trip to Nairobi, you can find the perfect gifts to bring home at City Market. You can seek out the safari tours while in the area.

City Market

Thika Road Mall

4/5(3 reviews)

During your visit to Nairobi, you can search for that perfect souvenir at Thika Road Mall. While you're here, you can savor the top-notch restaurants.

Thika Road Mall

Giraffe Centre

4.5/5(76 reviews)

Visit the native and exotic animals who live at Giraffe Centre during your travels in Nairobi. Make time to visit the spas and shops while you're in the area.

Giraffe Centre

United Nations Office at Nairobi

4/5(42 reviews)

After visiting United Nations Office at Nairobi, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Nairobi. Make time to visit the area's shops, or simply enjoy its top-notch restaurants.

United Nations Office at Nairobi

Yaya Centre

4/5(66 reviews)

During your trip to Nairobi, you can enjoy retail therapy at Yaya Centre. Discover the area's top-notch restaurants or seek out the safari tours.

Yaya Centre

Discover the most popular landmarks and neighborhoods in Nairobi

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Westlands

Restaurants, shopping, and spas are some highlights of Westlands. You might stop by Sarit Centre or Westgate Shopping Mall while you're in the area.

Westlands
The best Ethiopian restaurant in Nairobi Kenya. Trust me, I grew up there and all of my Ethi friends agree it's the best:)

Kilimani

4/5(75 area reviews)

Kilimani is noteworthy for its bars, and you can make a stop at top attractions like Yaya Centre and Arboretum.

Kilimani
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Karen

You'll enjoy the restaurants and spas in Karen. You might want to make time for a stop at Karen Blixen Museum or The Hub Karen.

Karen
Feeding a giraffe from the deck off my room at Giraffe Manor in Nairobi last October. It has been a pretty rough week but remembering this experience still brings a smile to my face, I blog about my travels at Circlingthebucketlist.com .

Lang'ata

You'll enjoy the gardens and parks in Lang'ata. You might want to make time for a stop at Karen Blixen Museum or Bomas of Kenya.

Lang'ata
Nairobi showing a high rise building, a city and central business district

Nairobi Central

If you're spending some time in Nairobi Central, City Market and City Hall are top sights worth seeing.

Nairobi Central
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Eastleigh

While Eastleigh might not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Muthaiga Golf Club and City Market.

Eastleigh

Popular day trips from Nairobi

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Limuru

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