Things to do in Kilimani, Kileleshwa & Lavington
Outings in and around Kilimani, Kileleshwa & Lavington.
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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.
Museums & cultureNairobi Gallery
Art and Kenyan history in a colonial-era building at the city's 'Point Zero'.
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.
Museums & cultureNairobi Railway Museum
Old steam engines and carriages you can climb into, next to the railway station.
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.