About Nairobi
Nairobi is the capital of Kenya, home to around 4,397,073 people.
Best time
The dry season for the most comfortable travel
Weather
Largely warm year-round with distinct wet and dry seasons
Experiences
Things to do in Nairobi
1
Nairobi National Park
2
Giraffe Centre
3
Elephant Orphanage (Sheldrick)
4
Karen Blixen Museum
5
National Museum of Kenya
6
Maasai Market
7
Karura Forest walk
8
Day trip toward Amboseli or Hell's Gate
Budget travel
Free things to do in Nairobi
Nairobi National Park
Maasai Market
Karura Forest walk
Day trip toward Amboseli or Hell's Gate
Mostly free or pay-what-you-like — always double-check opening times and any seasonal fees before you go.
Plan your trip
Suggested itinerary
- 1
Day 1
Icons & landmarks
- Visit August 7 Memorial Park
- Visit Nairobi National Museum
- Visit National Railway Museum
- Eat at Hot dishes
- 2
Day 2
Culture & neighborhoods
- Visit Nairobi Gallery
- Visit Village Market
- Eat at KK Restaurant
Where to eat
Local favourites
- $$
Carnivore
Nyama choma · Legendary all-you-can-eat game meats
- $
Mama Oliech
Fish · Tilapia institution — locals' pick
- $$
Talisman Restaurant
International / Kenyan · Karen garden favourite
Where to stay
Tourist favourites & top-rated
- $$$$
Giraffe Manor
Karen · Breakfast with resident giraffes
- $$$$
Hemingways Nairobi
Karen · Colonial-style luxury
- $$$
Tribe Hotel
The Village Market · Design hotel tourist favourite
Shopping
- Haria's Stamp Shop
- Two Rivers Mall
- Garden City Mall
- The Sarit Centre Mall
- Westgate Shopping Mall
- Southfield Mall
Nightlife
- New Florida Clubs (F1)
- Pango (F3):
- Shooters & Dips Cocktail Lounge
- Mercury Lounge ABC
- Klub House 1 (K1)
- Choices Lounge and Restaurant
Museums & culture
- Nairobi National Museum
- National Railway Museum
- Nairobi Gallery
In pictures
Nairobi gallery
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