Nairobi
Kenya · 1795 m
Description
Nairobi is Kenya’s dynamic capital and a cosmopolitan hub where modern urban life, history and African culture come together. The city is known for its vibrant arts and culinary scene, international atmosphere and remarkable proximity to nature. In Nairobi National Park, just a few kilometres from the city centre, visitors can encounter lions, giraffes, rhinos and a wealth of birdlife against the backdrop of the city skyline. At the Giraffe Centre, Rothschild’s giraffes can be seen at close range. Nairobi combines the energy of a major African city with easy access to Kenya’s renowned safari destinations, making it an important gateway to the country’s wildlife and natural landscapes.
Length of stay
Recommended length of stay: 2 to 7 days (optimal 4 days)
Travel season
Best time to visit: June – August
- Jan
- Feb
- Mar
- Apr
- May
- Jun
- Jul
- Aug
- Sep
- Oct
- Nov
- Dec
Highlights
- Nairobi National Park
- Giraffe Centre
- David Sheldrick Wildlife Trust
- Karura Forest
- Karen Blixen Museum
- Nairobi National Museum
- Bomas of Kenya
- Nairobi Railway Museum
- Nairobi Arboretum
- Ngong Hills(Day trip)
- Nairobi Safari Walk
- Maasai Market
- Kazuri Beads Women's Cooperative
- Nairobi Gallery
- Kenya National Archives
- Uhuru Gardens
- Oloolua Nature Trail
- African Heritage House
- Uhuru Park
Getting there
- Airports:
- NBO, WIL
- Train stations:
- Nairobi Terminus