THE 10 BEST Nairobi Sights & Historical Landmarks
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What travelers are saying
- CStod27 contributionsAmazing your by Ray. He was informative, funny and talked us through the coffee process and various facts about world and Kenyan coffee productionWritten October 11, 2024This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
- MRSlowLorisNairobi, Kenya200 contributionsThis place is magical. The glass blowing is interesting but the real treasure is Nani's wonderland and the swimming pool. Its a magical, whimsical world full of sculptures, art and fascinating architecture. They now also offer Airbnb stays which I highly recommend. The food is good - pizza. The place is very kod friendly. The road is not super easy but you can find it well with the directions on the website.Written April 21, 2024This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
- Charlotte N16 contributionsFun way to spend an afternoon! It was really interesting to see where they make their products- very impressive that it’s all hand made in small batches. You get to try tons of cheese, bread/crackers, and ice cream. The 3-course meal was delicious and will have you stuffed for the rest of the day, so be prepared 😊Written June 14, 2024This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
- Beryl Akinyi OchiengNairobi, Kenya33 contributionsMamba is a Swahili word for crocodile. I didn't expect to see a number of crocodiles and learn more facts about them. Who knew the sex of a crocodile was temperature influenced? Definitely not me. But now I do, I learnt that under cold temp and hot temp the hatchlings are female and male respectively. Mamba village is indeed a hub of Crocs.
Apart from the crocodiles it hosts 3 species of tortoises that is the leopard, terrapin( not sure with sp) and the speke's hinge back tortoise.
It also has a great dam scenary, picnic site and is child friendly.
Almost forgot about the ostriches, though there was just one specie, the Maasai ostrich both male and female.Written July 22, 2024This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews. - Colin WBlackpool, UK536 contributionsThe building is stunning, the setting is lovely and the contents amazing. We were guided through the house and then had a four course lunch which was delicious.
Every space is crammed with artifacts, artwork, icons and all manner of items representing different African Cultures.
This was a pure delight and excellent value for money.Written January 2, 2024This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews. - Robert ORotterdam, The Netherlands5,856 contributionsEver since first settlement of Nubian soldiers during British colonial rule early 1900s, Kibera has been in the 'news'. During the last couple of decades mentioning Kibera 'slum' became almost synonymous with referring to poverty in (sub-Saharan) Africa in general. Juggling statistics was and perhaps still is part of the game with some exaggerating numbers of Kibera inhabitants to over 2 million while actual numbers are probably closer to 200,000.
Anyway by Kenyan standards informal housing concentration near big cities like Nairobi has remained a problem as the speed with which poor rural populations move to the big cities is rapid. Authorities struggle to provide public services such as sewage systems, running water and electricity, garbage collection, roads, primary health care and schools. Churches and NGOs have attempted to fill in gaps, but their efforts have had limited results.
I went to Kibera on a bicycle (without a guide) and found the people there proud and active. Most people have a job, take care about their appearance and personal hygiene. They dress well. Remarkable is the religious group activity with people clapping hands, singing and dancing (perhaps because I visited on a Sunday, but still). Indeed, the absence of sewage and garbage collection has remained a big problem. Protection against abundant rainfall is another issue. The list of problems has remained long.Written March 19, 2024This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews. - VivTWashington DC, DC36 contributionsWe had time to spare while waiting for a flight at nearby Wilson airport. We arrived at about 11am on a weekday and our family of 6 were the only guests. Yes the track and cars are not the best and the uniforms are run down. That's part of the thrill. It's like safari rally of karting versus formula 1. We always have a great time here. Food and drinks were good and the staff were accommodating. Definitely stop by if you're in Langata area.Written September 15, 2024This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
- SimbaJohannesburg, South Africa116 contributionsPretty gardens and interesting. Have good views of Nairobi’s skyline. However, there is too much trash and that distracted me from enjoying them. I went there because I had been told one gets good views of Nairobi’s skyline. Once there I realized Kenyatta International Conference Centre is more suitable for that purpose.Written January 14, 2020This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
- Robert ORotterdam, The Netherlands5,856 contributionsThis cathedral was completed during British rule in 1952. It is still the lively center of Anglican church community in Nairobi. The architectural design follows the traditional English gothic style.
For me it was a bit difficult to find the entrance, but friendly believers pointed me in the right direction. One even accompanied me inside. The interior of the church is typically Protestant: sober and simple without distractions in order to enable believers to focus on the word and spirit of God.
I felt welcome and at ease.Written December 28, 2023This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews. - Robert ORotterdam, The Netherlands5,856 contributionsJamia is the Arab word for 'gathering', a well-chosen name as originally people of Islamic faith early 1900s had few options to come together. Many of these people were working on building Kenya's railways and hailed from the British ruled Indian subcontinent.
The construction of the mosque was completed in 1933. A new wing was added in 1998. Though the complex is sizable, the interior feels rather intimate, almost homely. The believers are polite and friendly. One of the guards accompanied me inside and showed me around without being obtrusive.Written December 30, 2023This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews. - nai-danny walking tour NairobiNairobi, Kenya34 contributionsThe architectural is unique ,its a good place to view ,build in the early 1906 its very unique and preserved in the middle of the city .Written March 28, 2024This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
- Robert ORotterdam, The Netherlands5,856 contributionsToxic air pollution and noise in central Nairobi
This is one of the most congested areas of downtown Nairobi. Many buses, matatu's, boda boda, trucks and taxis frequent the maze of narrow roads and side streets in the River road area. Difficult to avoid if you have to take local or even international bus transport.
I understood city authorities made an effort to divert bus traffick to a modern terminal, but were confronted with fierce opposition of various transport companies. Vendors who occupy the scarce spaces to walk are also not longer urged to move. It feels as if the responsible authorities have given up.
I managed to cycle through on a Sunday afternoon when there was less traffic and commercial activity. If you care about your health, try to limit visits to what is absolutely necessary.Written March 19, 2024This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews. - Giants2007Hamilton, NJ346 contributionsVisited this temple during my Nairobi safari vacation. I am glad we stopped by; this place is clean and tranquil. People are nice and helpful. Great place to pass a hour or two for meditation.Written January 8, 2018This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
- Martin KarariNairobi, Kenya221 contributionsIt is one of the few places in Nairobi you can sit and relax. Unfortunately it is near the main bus stops in Nairobi city centre and therefore crowded with passers-by, preachers, marketers and even street kids. You can get a photo next to the monument and there are guys who do it for a small fee of about 100bob. Tom Mboya is a Kenyan hero who was assassinated about 50m from where the monument stands. The nearby street is named after him.Written December 7, 2020This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
- Expat KateNairobi, Kenya265 contributionsThis is the Nairobi War Cemetery. The War Cemetery is on the south-western outskirts of Nairobi, about 10 kilometres west of the city centre on Ngong Road.
The War Cemetery of Nairobi contains 1,952 Commonwealth war graves (11 unknown). It also containes 89 non-war graves.
The Nairobi War Cemetery is the largest war cemetery in East Africa, within it is also the East Africa Memorial, which bears the names of 2231 casualties of the Second World War.
The entrance is free and the cemetery is very well maintained.Written September 3, 2024This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
