Things to do in Nairobi

Also known as The Green City under the Sun, Nairobi is one of the top tourist destinations in Africa. It’s a vibrant capital that’s home to a mixture of wildlife, nature, and cultural heritage.

With a national park situated on its outskirts and many things to do nearby such as visiting the Giraffe Center or Elephant Sanctuary, it’s easy to see why so many visitors are drawn to this city.

As well as visiting museums, you can also take a walk along the busy streets and experience the historical, cultural, and business side of The Green City.

The best way for me to share things to do here is to tell you about the places that I like to go to. As a Kenyan native and someone who’s lived in Nairobi, I love sharing my city and Nairobi secrets with visitors and others alike.

Although some of my favorite spots include tourist attractions, I’ll also share with you some local places, some superb nightlife joints, and some hidden gems.

Things to do while in Nairobi.

1. Explore the Nairobi National Park
2. Visit the Nairobi Elephant Sanctuary
3. Visit the Giraffe Center
4. Experience the Kenyan Culture at the Bomas of Kenya
5. Experience Nairobi City on Foot (Nai Nami)
6. Go Shopping at a Maasai Market
7. Visit the Gikomba Market
8. Experience the Nairobi Nightlife
9. Go Hiking at the Ngong Hills
10. Chase the Githiga Caves and Waterfalls
11. Experience Nature at the Karura Forest
12. Visit a Local Farmer’s Market
13. Learn to Cook a Traditional Kenyan Meal
14. Visit a Kenyan Coffee Farm
15. Visit a Tea Farm in Limuru
16. Learn to Play the African Djembe Drum
17. Join a Tour of the Karen Blixen Museum
18. Take an Empowerment Walking Tour of Kibera
19. Listen to The Stories of Kenya at Pawa254
20. Walk in Search of Nairobi Monuments
21. Get Lost at the Nairobi National Museum
22. Visit the August 7 Memorial Park
23. Go on a Day Trip to The Amboseli National Park
24. Explore the Railway Museum
25. Cycle in the Wild at the Hells Gate National Park