Neighborhoods
Nairobi, one neighbourhood at a time
Every quarter has its own rhythm. Choose where to spend your day.
Nairobi CBD
The historic centre: Uhuru Park, KICC, the National Museum, City Market and Kenyatta Avenue.
Westlands
Nairobi's nightlife and dining hub, packed with rooftop bars, malls and international restaurants.
Karen
Leafy suburb of coffee gardens, the Karen Blixen Museum, Kazuri Beads and boutique hotels.
Kilimani
A young, creative district of cafes, galleries, Yaya Centre and weekend markets.
Gigiri
Diplomatic quarter around Village Market with calm streets and the UN Complex.
Lang'ata
Gateway to wildlife: Giraffe Centre, Sheldrick Elephant Orphanage, Bomas of Kenya and Nairobi National Park.
Lavington
Quiet residential neighbourhood with art galleries, garden restaurants and farmers' markets.
Eastleigh
Nairobi's busiest trading district: Somali cuisine, wholesale malls and relentless street energy.