Parks & Nature
Uhuru Park
The city's central green lung with a lake, rowing boats and weekend picnics, next to Central Park.
About
Uhuru Park sits at the edge of the CBD between Kenyatta Avenue and Uhuru Highway. Rent a rowing boat, stroll beside the Freedom Corner monument or watch Sunday preachers and families. The adjacent Central Park holds the Moi Monument and the Nyayo memorial.
History
Opened in 1969 and named Uhuru ("freedom") Park to mark Kenya's independence in 1963.
Local tip
Keep valuables out of sight and avoid isolated corners after dark.
Location & contact
- Address
- Uhuru Highway, Nairobi CBD
- Opening hours
- Open now
