Nairobi Central Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

Photo provided by Kenya Tourism Board
Photo provided by Kenya Tourism Board
Photo provided by Kenya Tourism Board
Photo provided by Kenya Tourism Board
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Photo provided by Kenya Tourism Board
Photo provided by Kenya Tourism Board
Photo provided by Kenya Tourism Board
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Popular places to visit

Kenyatta International Convention Centre

Kenyatta International Convention Centre

Learn about the events happening in Kenyatta International Convention Centre during your trip to Nairobi. Discover the area's shops or seek out its safari tours.

Kenyatta International Convention Centre
University of Nairobi

University of Nairobi

Walk around the campus at University of Nairobi during your stay in Nairobi. Discover the area's shops or seek out its safari tours.

University of Nairobi
City Market

City Market

During your trip to Nairobi, you can search for that perfect souvenir at City Market. You can seek out the safari tours while in the area.

City Market

City Square

After visiting City Square, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Nairobi. Discover the area's shops or seek out its safari tours.

City Square

Kenya National Theatre

You can make plans for a show at Kenya National Theatre during your stay in Nairobi. Discover the area's shops or seek out its safari tours.

Kenya National Theatre

City Hall

After visiting City Hall, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Nairobi. Discover the area's shops or seek out its safari tours.

City Hall

Activities

3 days Maasai Mara Guided Safari from Nairobi

3 Days Maasai Mara Guided Safari on 4x4 Land Cruiser from Nairobi

AU$767
per adult
3 Days Maasai Mara Guided Safari on 4x4 Land Cruiser from Nairobi
From Nairobi: 3 Days 2 nights Masai mara Group Joining safari

From Nairobi:3 Days 2 nights Masai Mara safari with open roof 4WD

AU$298
per adult
From Nairobi:3 Days 2 nights Masai Mara safari with open roof 4WD
Hike in The Karura Forest

Hike in The Karura Forest

AU$63
per adult
Hike in The Karura Forest
6-Day 5 Nights Masai Mara, Lake Nakuru & Amboseli Budget Safari

6-Day 5 Nights Masai Mara, Lake Nakuru & Amboseli Budget Safari

AU$907
per adult
6-Day 5 Nights Masai Mara, Lake Nakuru & Amboseli Budget Safari
Masai Mara Lions

3 Days Masai Mara Group Joining Safari

AU$302
per adult
3 Days Masai Mara Group Joining Safari
3 days Maasai Mara Camping Safari On 4X4 Land Cruiser Jeep

3 days Maasai Mara Camping Safari On 4X4 Land Cruiser Jeep

AU$612
per adult
3 days Maasai Mara Camping Safari On 4X4 Land Cruiser Jeep
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Our pick of the best Nairobi Central Hotel Deals

Best Western Plus Meridian Hotel
Best Western Plus Meridian Hotel
3.5 out of 5
6 Murang'a Road, Off Moi Avenue, Nairobi
The price is AU$125 per night from 2 Aug to 3 Aug
AU$125
2 Aug - 3 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3.5-star business-friendly hotel in Nairobi. Enjoy free parking, 2 restaurants, and a rooftop terrace. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,000 reviews)
"This was a good stay, the staff could not have been more welcoming or helpful. The room Was clean and comfortable, the breakfast was fabulous with a huge amount of choices. The hotel is very well positioned I would stay here again"

Reviewed on 23 Jun. 2025

Best Western Plus Meridian Hotel
The Sarova Stanley
The Sarova Stanley
5 out of 5
Corner of Kenyatta Ave. and Kimathi St., Nairobi
The price is AU$214 per night from 13 July to 14 July
AU$214
13 July - 14 July
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 5-star luxury hotel in Nairobi. Enjoy free WiFi, free valet parking, and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. ...
9/10 Wonderful! (719 reviews)
"Simply the best staff"

Reviewed on 5 Jul. 2025

The Sarova Stanley
Fairmont The Norfolk
Fairmont The Norfolk
5 out of 5
Harry Thuku Road, PO Box 58581, Nairobi
The price is AU$336 per night from 25 July to 26 July
AU$336
25 July - 26 July
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 5-star luxury hotel in Nairobi. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the property condition in our reviews. ...
9/10 Wonderful! (182 reviews)
"Norfolk Fairmont is easily the classiest and most beautiful hotel we have stayed in. Everything including staff and service are unparalleled. Plus it's Nairobi's oldest hotel, where US President Roosevelt, British royalty, Ernest Hemingway and a score of other historical figures have stayed - and ..."

Reviewed on 16 Jun. 2025

Fairmont The Norfolk
Hotel Boulevard Nairobi, City Centre CBD
Hotel Boulevard Nairobi, City Centre CBD
3 out of 5
Harry Thuku Rd, Nairobi, Nairobi County
The price is AU$110 per night from 5 Aug to 6 Aug
AU$110
5 Aug - 6 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3-star hotel in Nairobi. Enjoy free parking, 2 bars/lounges, and breakfast (surcharge). Popular attractions Kenya National Theatre and Nairobi National ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (40 reviews)
"The hotel is extremely clean and the staff generally friendly. The restaurant and lounge are well staffed by knowledgeable, even artistic, employees. The only disappointment was that we were unable to get extra bottled water from the front desk. "We dont do that" is not a phrase that I expect to ..."

Reviewed on 2 Jul. 2025

Hotel Boulevard Nairobi, City Centre CBD
Nairobi Safari Club by Swiss-Belhotel
Nairobi Safari Club by Swiss-Belhotel
4 out of 5
Lilian Towers, University Way, Koinange Street Junction, Nairobi
The price is AU$149 per night from 12 July to 13 July
AU$149
12 July - 13 July
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this luxury hotel in Nairobi. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a full-service spa. Popular attractions Jeevanjee Gardens and City Market are ...
7.8/10 Good! (197 reviews)
Excellent
"This hotel is amazing! Furniture and floor to the bath room quite clean and waiting for me as if I was a VIP! Kind of felt like it! Now I know where to be next time and will tell my friends! Beautiful"

Reviewed on 5 Jul. 2025

Nairobi Safari Club by Swiss-Belhotel
Kenya Comfort Suites
Kenya Comfort Suites
3 out of 5
Milimani/Ralph Bunche Road, Nairobi
Stay at this 3-star spa hotel in Nairobi. Enjoy free WiFi, a full-service spa, and breakfast (surcharge). Popular attractions Jeevanjee Gardens and City Market ...
7.6/10 Good! (78 reviews)
"Very clean great staff and good foid"

Reviewed on 1 Jun. 2025

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Other neighbourhoods around Nairobi Central

Nairobi featuring city views, a high-rise building and a city

Nairobi Central Business District

4/5(5 area reviews)

If you're spending some time in Nairobi Central Business District, City Market and City Square are top sights worth seeing.

Nairobi Central Business District
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Ngara

4/5(1 area review)

When in Ngara, you can plan a visit to City Market and Nairobi National Museum, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.

Ngara
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Nairobi Upper Hill

Spas and golf courses are just a few things travellers like about Nairobi Upper Hill. A stop by Kenya Railway Golf Club is also recommended if you've got time to explore the area.

Nairobi Upper Hill
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Pangani

Pangani might not have many top sights, but City Market and Nairobi National Museum are two attractions nearby that you can check out.

Pangani
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Parklands

Visitors to Parklands enjoy its restaurants, and if you want to do some exploring, Diamond Plaza II is worth a stop.

Parklands
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Kilimani

4/5(3 area reviews)

Kilimani is noteworthy for its bars, and you can make a stop at top attractions like Yaya Centre and Arboretum.

Kilimani

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