Wildlife in the city
| Place | Why go | Before you go |
|---|---|---|
| Nairobi National Park | Lions, giraffes and rhinos against the city's towers, minutes from the centre; a game drive takes half a day. | South Nairobi; best early in the morning |
| The elephant orphanage (Sheldrick) | Watch orphaned baby elephants at feeding time and playing in the mud. | Daily 11 am to noon, by advance booking only |
| The Giraffe Centre | Get close to Rothschild's giraffes and feed them from a platform at head height. | Lang'ata, Nairobi |
| Karura Forest | A vast forest in the heart of the city with walking and cycling trails, a small waterfall and caves. | North Nairobi |
Museums and heritage
| Place | Why go | Before you go |
|---|---|---|
| The Karen Blixen Museum | The home of the Danish author of «Out of Africa» at the foot of the Ngong Hills, with its furniture and garden. | Karen, south-west of the city |
| The National Museum and snake park | Kenya's history, nature and early-human fossils, with the reptile park next door. | Near the city centre |
| Bomas of Kenya | Traditional dance and music shows of Kenya's peoples, and model villages with their homes. | Lang'ata; shows in the afternoon |
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| Place | Why go | Before you go |
|---|---|---|
| The KICC rooftop | The roof of the international conference centre, with a 360-degree view of the city and, on clear days, the Ngong Hills. | Central Nairobi, ticketed |
| The Maasai Market | A travelling craft market for beadwork, carvings and fabrics; its location changes by the day, and bargaining is the norm. | In several districts, by the day of the week |
| Nairobi's malls | The Village Market, Two Rivers and Westgate for shopping and restaurants. | North of the city |
Tips before you go
- Apply for the electronic travel authorisation (eTA) at least three days before you travel.
- Nairobi sits at about 1,800 m, so the weather is mild all year; the rains come in April, May and November.
- Book the elephant orphanage in advance, and start Nairobi National Park at dawn, when the animals are most active.
- Use app-based taxis to get around, and avoid walking in the city centre at night.
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Frequently asked questions
What are the top things to do in Nairobi?
Nairobi National Park, the elephant orphanage, the Giraffe Centre, the Karen Blixen Museum, Karura Forest, the KICC rooftop, Bomas of Kenya and the Maasai Market.
How many days are enough for Nairobi?
Two days for the city, its national park, the elephants and the giraffes, then three days or more for a Masai Mara safari.
Do Saudis need a visa for Nairobi?
You need an electronic travel authorisation (eTA) at least three days before you travel.
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Last updated: October 2026. The information is for guidance only; ticket prices and opening hours are set by each attraction and may change, so check them on the official website before you go.