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Known as the safari capital of Africa, Nairobi is an energetic, modern city that serves as a fascinating introduction to both wildlife and nightlife. Music clubs pulse with life, shops and markets bustle, and a mélange of restaurants will tempt your palate in this former Maasai watering hole. Top sights include the Karen Blixen Museum, Giraffe Centre and the black rhinos of Nairobi National Park. The compact city center is safe to walk in and taxis make other areas accessible.
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1. Nairobi National Park
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 3,321 reviews
Noble black rhinos are the highlight of this amazing park, Kenya’s first national park and a local treasure.
Reviewed By nualap2014
As you travel through Nairobi National Park's 45 square miles, you'll find it hard to believe that you are in a modern city. The city's skyline in the distance, is the only reminder. The park is teeming with wildlife, all protected by aircraft overhead and discreet armed guards. You can expect to see lions, rhinos, buffaloes, giraffes and many others animals and birds, roaming in the grassy plains under the occasional acacia tree. If you don't have time for a full scale safari, when you visit Kenya you'll be glad you visited Nairobi National Park.
2. All Saints Cathedral
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 45 reviews
3. Giraffe Centre
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 5,125 reviews
It is a place that seeks to secure our environment. Our main work is to carry out environment conserving initiatives. The care for giraffes that are endangered is one of the conservation activities that we do.
Reviewed By travelwithshreya - Phitsanulok, Thailand
Giraffe center is the best sanctuary for the rare Rothschild giraffe. Giraffe Center is a breeding, research, and conservation center where you can learn about Rothschild giraffes and get the opportunity to feed giraffes.
4. Ngong Hills
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 318 reviews
Reviewed By frugaltrotter_ke - Nairobi, Kenya
The Trip is Fun. If you want to just see the turbines, do not go all the way to Corner Baridi, just drive up to the Turbines...But where is the fun in that? Turbines are boring. Go for the Hike. Entrance Fee is KES. 200 per adult head. Do not Bring kids for the hike, you will curse them after the first hill. Carry Snicker Bars and Water, not Soda and Crisps/biscuits. Have Light Sweaters even on a sunny day. It gets quite windy once you get to the Highest Point (hill 4). DO NOT be misled, there are more than 7 Hills and Serious Climbs and Descents. Have light sShoes with good grip and Start off Early. Around 10am is the best time to start the hike when the sun isn't beating down on you too hard. With a good pace and no breaks, it will take you 3 hours from Corner Baridi to The Turbines. There’s no need for armed escort if you are a group of more than 5. Carry loose change to buy beads from local kids and support them. Quite friendly little fellas. If you have vertigo, stick close to your partners, there are some places you will wish you never went for the hike. The Views are breath taking along the way. When Starting off, use the phone masts as markers or targets. There are no directions once you pass the check-in gate. Do not try to use maps me or those fancy hiking apps...waste of phone battery. Speaking of Phones, Carry a Good Camera. There may be Buffaloes along the way but do not stop to ogle at them, they don't like it. Keep Moving. DO NOT LITTER THE FOREST.
5. David Sheldrick Wildlife Trust
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 6,533 reviews
The David Sheldrick Wildlife Trust (DSWT) Elephant Nursery in Nairobi National Park provides a safe haven to orphaned baby elephants rescued by the DSWT. The Nursery provides the first stage in the hand-rearing and development of milk dependent baby elephants. Once they graduate from the Nursery, aged 2-3 years, the elephants move to one of the DSWT's Reintegration Centres in Tsavo East National Park, from where they will ultimately return to the wild.
Reviewed By marianne333607 - New Jersey, United States
What a wonderful elephant orphanage,also home to an 11 year old blind rhino!!Hearing the narrator talk about each elephant's history and seeing them romp and play was a memorable experience.What a joy!!!!!!
6. Nairobi Gallery
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 82 reviews
Reviewed By carlyep_12 - Portland, United States
Housed in a former (Colonial) government office/ private home this personal collection of a Kenyan official (pictured with Ladybird Johnson in a photo) packs a wallop. Practically across the street from the Nairobi Serena Hotel.
7. Karura Forest
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4.5 based on 1,032 reviews
The Karura Forest Reserve is an urban upland forest on the outskirts of Nairobi, the capital of Kenya. This remarkable geographical location and natural resource is one of the largest gazetted forests in the world fully within a city limits. It covers an area of about 1,000 ha (2,500 ac) and today is a shining example of how country-based corporate social responsibility and individual philanthropy can serve to secure and protect a country's natural resources. The forest offers eco-friendly opportunities for Kenyans and visitors to enjoy a leafy green respite from the hustle and bustle of the city to walk, to jog, or simply to sit quietly and experience the serenity of nature in all its diversity.
Reviewed By lauramtorino - Turin, Italy
Beautiful forest, quiet and peaceful, with well marked trails, small lakes, a nice waterfall. Ideal to spend time far from the hustle and bustle of the city
8. Silole Sanctuary
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 25 reviews
There's nothing like a quick, authentic getaway if you are in the City of Nairobi for a short time! Silole Sanctuary, accessible through the Masai Gate of Nairobi National Park, or down the Magadi Road to Masai Lodge is a must. Here you can walk with the impala & warthogs on the plains which abut Nairobi National Park or you can explore several kilometers of ecologically rich habitat along the Kiserian & Empakasi Gorges (beware of buffalo!) Rolf's Place & Masai Lodge are available for meals, whilst accommodation is offered at Silole Villa & Silole Cottage. Kitengela Glass is great for shopping across the Kiserian suspension bridge on foot! Perfect as a break from the city. Karibuni!
9. Elephant Hill
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 34 reviews
Reviewed By wm2018
Beautiful and challenging hike. If you love the outdoors, and are fit, you’ll enjoy this hike. The bamboo trail is amazing. It’s photographer paradise
10. The Hub Karen
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4.5 based on 182 reviews
The Hub Karen Mall is a premier shopping mall located in the beautiful leafy suburbs of Karen Nairobi catering to unique experiences and aims to trigger three of our five senses – Taste, Color and Sound all while placing importance on Real Estate in The Service of the Community. The HUB Karen is all about experience – The Hub is an environment where you can spend the whole day with all your needs being under one roof; from fashion, to entertainment, to fine dining and beyond. The Hub hosts both local and international retailers all while supporting small businesses. The Hub Karen has been developed over two phases, the first phase being a 35,000sqm gross area (excluding parking), featuring a retail, offices, medical, wellness centre which opened on February 4th 2016; phase 2 will include more parking and a hotel/conference centre. A skilled and experienced management company, Broll Property Group Kenya Ltd has been appointed to manage the complex with the mandate to achieve international standards.
Reviewed By freakmatata - Karen, Kenya
Perfect gateway place for you, your friends or with family. Located in a prime serene environment. Totally my preferred place to be.
