Nairobi CBD
The historic centre: Uhuru Park, KICC, the National Museum, City Market and Kenyatta Avenue.
The historic centre: Uhuru Park, KICC, the National Museum, City Market and Kenyatta Avenue. Plan half a day here and use Uber, Bolt or a trusted driver for evening trips.
Places in Nairobi CBD
Culture & History · Nairobi CBD
Nairobi National Museum
Kenya's story from the Turkana Boy fossils to contemporary art, with botanical gardens and a snake park.
Hotels & Lodges · Nairobi CBD
Fairmont The Norfolk
Nairobi's grand 1904 hotel with gardens, a heritage bar and Ngong Hills views.
Coffee & Cafes · Nairobi CBD
Java House (Kimathi Street)
Nairobi's favourite coffee chain: Kenyan beans, hearty breakfasts and reliable wifi.
Culture & History · Nairobi CBD
Kenyatta International Convention Centre (KICC)
The 28-storey landmark with a helipad rooftop and the best 360° view of the city.
Markets & Crafts · Nairobi CBD
Nairobi City Market
Century-old covered market with fresh fish, flowers, curios and tailors.
Culture & History · Nairobi CBD
Nairobi Gallery
A restored 1913 colonial building showing Kenyan art, maps and the Murumbi collection.
Culture & History · Nairobi CBD
Nairobi Railway Museum
Steam locomotives, the Lunatic Express story and the coach from the man-eaters of Tsavo era.
Wildlife · Nairobi CBD
Nairobi Snake Park & Aquarium
Reptile house with Kenya's snakes, tortoises and crocodiles next to the National Museum.
Hotels & Lodges · Nairobi CBD
Sarova Stanley
Historic 1902 hotel on Kimathi Street, home of the Thorn Tree Cafe and a short walk from most CBD sights.
Parks & Nature · Nairobi CBD
Uhuru Park
The city's central green lung with a lake, rowing boats and weekend picnics, next to Central Park.