Things to do in CBD & Upper Hill
Outings in and around CBD & Upper Hill.
Nairobi Gallery
Art and Kenyan history in a colonial-era building at the city's 'Point Zero'.
Museums & cultureNairobi Railway Museum
Old steam engines and carriages you can climb into, next to the railway station.
Nearby
Bomas of Kenya
Traditional homesteads from Kenya's communities and an afternoon dance show.
Forests, parks & walksCity Park
A public forest park off Limuru Road with paths, monkeys and old trees.
Animals & wildlifeGiraffe Centre
Feed Rothschild giraffes from a raised platform, then walk the nature trail.
Museums & cultureKaren Blixen Museum
The farmhouse from 'Out of Africa', with gardens and views of the Ngong Hills.
Forests, parks & walksKarura Forest
Waterfall, caves and 50+ km of trails to walk, run or cycle, right inside the city.
Makers & workshopsKazuri Beads Workshop
See ceramic beads and pottery being shaped and painted by hand, then browse the shop.
Makers & workshopsKitengela Glass
Watch glass being blown, cross the swinging bridge over the gorge, and browse a quirky sculpture garden.
Animals & wildlifeNairobi Animal Orphanage & Safari Walk
A boardwalk through wetland and savannah, plus rescued animals up close. Easy with small kids.
Forests, parks & walksNairobi Arboretum
Big trees, shaded paths and picnic lawns close to the city centre.
Museums & cultureNairobi National Museum
Kenya's history, early humans, birds and art under one roof. A perfect rainy-day plan.
Animals & wildlifeNairobi National Park
Lions, rhinos and giraffes with the city skyline behind them. A real safari 20 minutes from town.
Animals & wildlifeNairobi Snake Park
Snakes, crocodiles and tortoises next to the National Museum. Kids love it.
Forests, parks & walksOloolua Nature Trail
A shady forest walk in Karen with a waterfall, a cave and a river. Good for a slow morning.
Forests, parks & walksParadise Lost
Caves behind a waterfall, a lake with boats, and lawns for a picnic, near Kiambu.
Animals & wildlifeSheldrick Elephant Nursery
Watch orphaned baby elephants being fed and playing in the mud, inside Nairobi National Park.
Malls & playThe Hub Karen
A mall around a lake-side lawn with restaurants and space for kids to run.
Malls & playTwo Rivers Mall
One of East Africa's biggest malls, with restaurants, cinema and family entertainment.
Museums & cultureUhuru Gardens Memorial Park
Where Kenya's independence flag was first raised, with monuments and open lawns.
Malls & playVillage Market
A big open-air mall with a food court, shops and things for kids to do.