Although many travelers to Kenya try to avoid the capital and largest city of Nairobi, there are plenty of fun activities and attractions. Taking the time to do some sightseeing and get a feel for Nairobi will be a rewarding and beneficial experience.
Nairobi National Park
The city of Nairobi, Kenya, is home to a national park teeming with African wildlife. The boundaries of the park itself recede to the side of the city, presenting a fabulous opportunity to view lions and rhinos in their natural habitat just minutes from central Nairobi.
ostrich farm
One of Nairobi’s unique attractions is the chance to ride an ostrich at the Maasai Ostrich Farm. The farm also includes a wonderful restaurant that serves a fabulous burger and ostrich steak!
National Museum
The National Museum ranks as one of the top attractions in Nairobi. On display are a significant number of interesting and valuable cultural items and antique items from all over Kenya.
National Archives of Kenya
A great place to start looking for traditional African antiquities and relics is the National Archives of Kenya. This colonial building in the center of Nairobi houses a large collection of weapons, pottery, paintings and jewelry from across Africa.
snake park
The Nairobi Snake Park presents a great opportunity to observe the deadliest of all snakes and reptiles from a safe perch. Well done exhibits are full of both beautiful and dangerous snakes!
Gikomba Market
Not usually included on most Nairobi attraction lists, Gikomba is one of the largest markets in Nairobi. The market is characterized by huge bushels of clothing, piles of shirts and all manner of goods in massive quantities pouring out of the stalls and onto the muddy paths.
City park hawker market
City Park Hawkers is one of the largest fresh produce markets in the city of Nairobi. There is always a wide variety of fresh fruits and vegetables, colorfully displayed on the market stalls.
Experience Nairobi’s nightlife
Nairobi’s vibrant nightlife is as diverse as the people who attend the parties. From techno dance clubs to traditional bars with local tunes, there is always entertainment on the Nairobi night scene.
Eating Nyama Choma
No visit to Nairobi would be the same without a few meals of roast meat, known as nyama choma. Goat meat is the favourite, grilled and served with a natural flavor. Eating roasted goat is a must-attract in Nairobi.
This is just a start to show you the many and varied attractions that Nairobi has to offer. There are many more activities waiting to be discovered!