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Nairobi National Museum

Nairobi National Museum

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With a massive permanent collection that combines history, culture, and artwork, the Nairobi National Museum is a must for travelers interested in Kenya’s rich heritage. Artifacts are displayed across two floors, and a nature trail winds through the surrounding grounds, a botanical garden, and collections of outdoor sculptures.

Kipande Road, Nairobi

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Day tour at the Nairobi city center

Day tour at the Nairobi city center

Explore Nairobi’s bustling downtown district like a local during this private, full-day tour. Learn about Kenya’s rich cultural and natural heritage during a visit to the Nairobi National Museum, with admission tickets included. Learn about the 1998 bomb blast that rocked the city at August 7th Memorial Park. And enjoy panoramic city views from the top of the Kenyatta International Conference Center.

7 hours
Free Cancellation

Price varies by group size

Nairobi Historical and Cultural Day Tour

Nairobi Historical and Cultural Day Tour

Nairobi gathers Kenya’s diverse cultures, cuisines, and people into one vibrant city, but with so much to see and do it's hard to know where to start. Sample a little bit of everything on a Nairobi adventure that combines a guided tour of downtown with a trip to Bomas of Kenya, where you’ll see dances, crafts, music, and homes brought from all over the country.

5 to 6 hours
Free Cancellation

Price varies by group size

Nairobi Cultural and Historical City Tour with a Local

Nairobi Cultural and Historical City Tour with a Local

Discover the beating heart of Kenya with our specially designed one-day cultural and historical tour of Nairobi, a city renowned for its vibrancy, diversity, and rich heritage. Experience a perfect blend of past and present, urbanity and nature, all within the bustling capital. From colonial-era history to cultural performances, and from wildlife conservation to local craftsmanship, Nairobi distinctive charm is sure to captivate every traveler. Start your journey through time at the Nairobi National Museum, where Kenya cultural and natural heritage is beautifully showcased. Immerse yourself in Kenya diverse cultures at the Bomas of Kenya, and finally, experience the colorful crafted artifacts at the utamaduni craft Centre. Get ready to explore, learn, and be inspired as we navigate the best of what Nairobi has to offer.

8 hours
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Price varies by group size

Nairobi National museum and Karen Blixen museum

Nairobi National museum and Karen Blixen museum

The Karen Blixen Museum is located well outside Nairobi’s city center in the verdant Ngong Hills, making it tough to reach without private transportation. Visit the one-time home of the acclaimed Danish writer—plus the Nairobi National Museum—during this two-for-one full-day tour. First, learn about Kenya’s culture and history in the sprawling museum collection. Then, see where the Out of Africa author once lived and worked in a colonial estate.

3 to 4 hours
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Price varies by group size

Airport Pickup And Nairobi City Tour

Airport Pickup And Nairobi City Tour

Don’t just wait for your connecting flight. Make the most of your layover in Nairobi during this private, two-to-four-hour city tour. Enjoy a guided visit to the Kenyan capital and its environs with a professional guide. Optional highlights include artifact-filled Nairobi National Museum, souvenir shopping in Galleria Shopping Mall, or a visit to scenic Uhuru Park.

2 to 4 hours
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Price varies by group size

3 Hours Nairobi National Museum

3 Hours Nairobi National Museum

National Museums of Kenya (NMK) is a state corporation established by an Act of Parliament, the Museums and Heritage Act 2006. NMK is a multi-disciplinary institution whose role is to collect, preserve, study, document and present Kenya’s past and present cultural and natural heritage. This is for the purposes of enhancing knowledge, appreciation, respect and sustainable utilization of these resources for the benefit of Kenya and the world, for now and posterity. NMK’s mutual concern for the welfare of mankind and the conservation of the biological diversity of the East African region and that of the entire planet demands success in such efforts.

2 to 3 hours
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4 Hours Nairobi National Museum and Snake Park with Car

4 Hours Nairobi National Museum and Snake Park with Car

Visit two of Nairobi’s most distinctive attractions by private transportation during this half-day private excursion to the Nairobi National Museum and Snake Park. Learn about Kenya’s rich cultural and natural heritage through art collections, archaeological displays, and galleries documenting native flora and fauna. Then, see snakes and crocodiles in person at the adjoining nature park.

4 hours
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Safari Cat Dancers Show And Dinner

Safari Cat Dancers Show And Dinner

Feel the ancient rhythms of Africa as you feast on game grilled over an open fire on this door-to-door dinner package. First, savor authentic African meats with classic accompaniments as a live band plays. Next, enjoy a thrilling show that blends African dance moves with acrobatics, keeping you glued to the stage. Travel in a group no larger than 11 people for a more intimate experience.

4 to 5 hours
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Day Tour: Nairobi City Drive, Giraffe Center, Bomas of Kenya

Day Tour: Nairobi City Drive, Giraffe Center, Bomas of Kenya

This tour is highly customizable. Visit David Sheldrick Elephant Orphanage if available for booking. Enjoy this tour with the most interactive, fun and experienced tour guide. He/she will be sensitive to your mood and preferences and will give relevant information. You will also get a taste of the NAIROBI EXPRESS WAY depending on traffic and location.

6 to 8 hours
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Full-Day Nairobi National Museum, Giraffe Centre and Nairobi National Park Tour

Full-Day Nairobi National Museum, Giraffe Centre and Nairobi National Park Tour

Experience Kenyan history and wildlife on a full-day tour of the National Museum of Kenya in Nairobi, the Giraffe Centre – African Fund for Endangered Wildlife, and Nairobi National Park. You’ll learn about local cultures, see Rothschild's giraffes up close, and take a four-hour afternoon game drive through the grassy plains outside of the city. This 9-hour Nairobi tour includes all entrance fees and activities, as well as pickup and drop-off at your hotel in Nairobi.

6 to 9 hours
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Giraffe Centre, Elephant Orphanage, National Museum & Beads Center

Giraffe Centre, Elephant Orphanage, National Museum & Beads Center

Get a taste of Kenyan wildlife and culture on this guided tour from Nairobi. Visit the Giraffe Center and the David Sheldrick Elephant Orphanage, one of the most successful elephant rescues in the world, before heading to a Kazuri Beads workshop, the Nairobi National Museum, and Snake Park. A professional guide and private transportation ensure a comfortable and convenient trip.

1 day
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Nairobi 3 Museums and Bomas of Kenya day tour.

Nairobi 3 Museums and Bomas of Kenya day tour.

An attraction-packed overview for first-time visitors to the Kenyan capital, this private, full-day tour visits three museums—topped off by a stop at Bomas of Kenya. Learn about the country’s archaeological history at the National Museum, see a collection of artifacts and train models at the Railway Museum, and visit the former home of the writer known as Isaak Denison at the Karen Blixen Museum. Transportation and admission tickets are provided.

7 to 9 hours
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Private Nairobi City Full Day Tour

Private Nairobi City Full Day Tour

See Nairobi’s most popular attractions on a private sightseeing tour of the city. Skip the taxis and public transport and opt for the convenience of a private guide and driver who will pick you up from your hotel and walk you through the Nairobi National Museum, August 7th Memorial Park, and take you to the top of the Kenyatta International Conference Center.

6 hours
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Price varies by group size

Nairobi City Centre Tours

Nairobi City Centre Tours

This tour is aimed at giving an an indepth view of Nairobi and its most important features. We give our clients a chance to experience the day to day lives of Kenyans by waking in the same streets, visiting some major attractions and learning new things about the country. Our tour involves both certified and local guides to ensure that our clients get an authentic experience.

4 hours
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Nairobi City Tour

Nairobi City Tour

Experience a more contemporary side of Nairobi without handling the toxic traffic on this door-to-door private tour of the Kenyan capital. Learn about the nation’s culture, heritage, and peoples at the Nairobi National Museum, then visit the Snake Park next door. Discover the August 7 Memorial Park, built to commemorate the US Embassy bombings of 1998, then soak up city views from the roof of the Kenyatta International Conference Center.

6 hours
Free Cancellation

Price varies by group size

Half-Day Guided Tour to Nairobi National Museum and Snake Park

Half-Day Guided Tour to Nairobi National Museum and Snake Park

Kenya’s natural and cultural heritage is vast, making it tough for first-time visitors to get up to speed. But you can learn about both in just several hours during this small-group, half-day excursion in Nairobi. First, explore exhibits dedicated to natural history, archaeology, wildlife at the Nairobi National Museum. Then, head to nearby Snake Park to see a selection of Kenya’s reptile species.

6 hours
Free Cancellation

Price varies by group size

Full-Day Private Tour of Nairobi with Pick Up

Full-Day Private Tour of Nairobi with Pick Up

This full-day private tour will take you to the major landmarks of Nairobi. Fully guided by an English-speaking guide, you will spend the day learning the history of the country and a bit about the cultures. Nairobi is one of the most interesting cities in Africa to explore, full of amazing places to admire, whether you are a visitor or a resident.

6 hours
Free Cancellation

Price varies by group size

Nairobi City Private Full Day Tour

Nairobi City Private Full Day Tour

This tour is unique since you get the real feel first hand of the Nairobi city walkways and also at the sametime you get to learn about the history of the country and it's people.

6 hours 30 minutes
Free Cancellation

Price varies by group size

Nairobi National Museum and Snake Park Guided Tour

Nairobi National Museum and Snake Park Guided Tour

Explore Kenya’s fascinating history and wildlife on a half-day, small-group tour of the Nairobi National Museum and the adjoining Snake Park, where you’ll find crocodiles, turtles, and snakes that you’d rarely spot in the wild. Combining the two destinations makes the most of your time in transit, with the chance to explore Kenya’s natural, human, and cultural heritage in one of Kenya's most prominent museum.

6 hours
Free Cancellation

Price varies by group size

Half Day Tour to Nairobi National Museum & Snake Park

Half Day Tour to Nairobi National Museum & Snake Park

Explore Kenya’s fascinating history and wildlife on a half-day, small-group tour of the Nairobi National Museum and the adjoining Snake Park, where you’ll find crocodiles, turtles, and snakes that you’d rarely spot in the wild. Combining the two destinations makes the most of your time in transit, with the chance to explore Kenya’s natural, human, and cultural heritage in one of Kenya's most prominent museums.

3 hours
Free Cancellation

Price varies by group size

Giraffe Center, Nairobi National Museum and Kobe Beads Center

Giraffe Center, Nairobi National Museum and Kobe Beads Center

There’s no need to spend a lot of time traveling outside of Nairobi to get a glimpse of Kenyan wildlife. Tick off to the city’s top nature attractions on this small-group tour to the African Fund for Endangered Wildlife’s Giraffe Centre. Learn about the conservation work done by both non-profits and enjoy a close encounter with protected species, saving time with a return hotel transfer included in the price. Kobe Beads and Nairobi Museum Day tour. Get up close and personal with Rothschild Giraffes then enjoy cultural Heritage at the Nairobi National Museum.

6 hours
Free Cancellation

Price varies by group size

Nairobi City Tour

Nairobi City Tour

Explore Nairobi’s history and culture on a 4-hour city tour, and discover the distinctive rhythms of the ‘green city in the sun.’ Take in the Nairobi Provincial Commissioner's offices in a distinctive colonial building, and see the bustling campus of Nairobi University. Visit the poignant site of the former American embassy, and get panoramic views from a high hill; learn about Kenya’s rich heritage at the National Museum, see the savannah’s slithering residents at the Snake Park then finish your tour over lunch at the carnivore restaurant, or equivalent.

4 to 5 hours
Free Cancellation

Price varies by group size

Nairobi City Tour: Nairobi Museum, KICC Rooftop & Railway Museum

Nairobi City Tour: Nairobi Museum, KICC Rooftop & Railway Museum

Embark on a Nairobi city tour to explore attractions, delve into rich history and culture, savor diverse African cuisine, and experience local transportation by hopping on a matatu – the iconic vans that reflect the vibrant pulse of the city

6 hours
Free Cancellation

Private Museum Tours in Nairobi Kenya

Private Museum Tours in Nairobi Kenya

Opportunities to learn about the Kenyan history and culture is the key here visiting the different historical museums with a professional Guides sharing unique stories of how Kenya used to be in 19th century.

4 to 5 hours
Free Cancellation

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Day tour at the Nairobi city center
Nairobi Historical and Cultural Day Tour
Nairobi Cultural and Historical City Tour with a Local
Nairobi National museum and Karen Blixen museum

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