Top Nairobi Attractions & Museums

See endangered Rothschild giraffes at Nairobi’s Giraffe Centre on a 3-hour trip that goes beyond ‘Giraffe Manor’ to explore the landscape where the graceful animals live. Follow a trail along the Gogo River to find giraffes in their natural environments, and enjoy the convenience of round-trip transfer from your hotel.

Forget the hassle of multi-day excursions and discover African wildlife just outside the capital on a small-group trip to Nairobi National Park (entrance fee not included). See native species such as lions, rhinos, and giraffes against an urban backdrop, and learn about the region’s flora and fauna from your professional guide. Choose a morning or afternoon departure to suit your schedule, and benefit from round-trip transfer for a hassle-free experience.

From orphaned elephants to free-roaming wildlife, explore some of Nairobi’s conservation and historic highlights on a full-day tour of the Karen Blixen Museum, David Sheldrick Wildlife Trust, the Giraffe Centre, and Nairobi National Park. Door-to-door service in a climate-controlled minivan means you can cover more ground in a single day of sightseeing, without the challenge of fighting Nairobi traffic on your own.

You don’t have to leave Nairobi to see Kenya’s wildlife, since there are free-roaming and rescued animals right in the city. See them while covering top Nairobi sites on a full-day tour that combines highlights, including Nairobi National Park, the Sheldrick Wildlife Trust, the Giraffe Centre, and the Karen Blixen Museum. Transport in a climate-controlled minivan saves you the hassle of unpredictable taxis, with the security of door-to-door service.

Spend an afternoon with some of Africa's most iconic animals on this day tour from Nairobi that gives access to giant elephants and towering giraffes. TThen stop at the Giraffe Center, where you'll find Rothschild giraffes wandering the grounds. This memorable experience includes a tour of the Kazuri beads women factory

Learn about two of Kenya's most famous animals on this tour to the David Sheldrick Elephant Orphanage and the Giraffe Centre. See the animals in a safe, contained environment focused on rehabilitation and conservation. This tour includes all entrance fees and private transportation for a hassle-free experience.

Prepaid entrance fees and private transportation make for a foolproof day of Nairobi sightseeing. Visit top Nairobi sites such as Nairobi National Park, Giraffe Centre,—all with the benefit of a personal guide to share information about the local wildlife, history, and culture as you go.

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.

The flamingoes that gather at Lake Nakuru National Park are considered one of Africa’s greatest natural sights, but the area’s wildlife and scenery go far beyond the bright pink birds. This 11.5-hour, private guided tour from Nairobi offers ample time to explore the park, spot animals on morning and afternoon game drives, and see birds and hippos from a boat on Lake Naivasha.

Take a guided walking tour of Nairobi with a private guide. Visit Jevangee Garden, a park donated to and owned by Kenya’s poor, and City Market, where you can purchase cultural souvenirs, clothing, and fresh food. You will also visit the Kenyatta International Conference Center for a chance to see panoramic views of Nairobi from its tower.

Guarantee a smooth and easy transfer from Nairobi's International Airport to your hotel by pre-booking your transfers. You'll ride in a private vehicle just for your party, with the option to upgrade to a limo or an SUV on request. As an added bonus, your driver will meet you at the airport and will track your flight in case of any delays.

Ride a bike and hike through Hell’s Gate National Park on a full-day, private tour from Nairobi to the wildlife reserve and Lake Naivasha that includes entrance fees, bikes, and round trip-transport from Nairobi. This customizable tour offers the rare chance to see wildlife outside of a safari vehicle while exploring a scenic part of the Great Rift Valley.

Between fake souvenirs and the national bargaining culture, shopping in Nairobi can be a minefield. Find the best quality arts, crafts, jewelry, clothing, and homewares at sensible prices on this small-group guided door-to-door shopping tour. Visit the African Heritage House, Utamaduni Craft Centre, Kazuri Beads Factory, Marula Studios, the City Market, and, if it’s open, the Maasai Market, and leave with souvenirs that will last a lifetime.

The incredible Nairobi National Park lies within the capital city's limits and offers travelers easy access to some of Africa's biggest animals. Follow your professional guide on a morning or afternoon tour and opt for a safari walking tour for an up close look at the wildlife of this natural destination. Your tour concludes with lunch at a restaurant that's listed among the top 100 restaurants on earth, before return to your hotel.

Game drives in Nairobi National Park offer a classic Kenyan safari even if your time is limited. Enjoy unobstructed wildlife viewing and photography from the open top of a safari van, plus round-trip transport from hotels and the airport. Free-ranging black rhinos, lions, and hyenas are just some of the animals in the national park, where you can spot wildlife herds within view of the Nairobi skyline.

Keep your camera ready while exploring Nairobi National Park, since this safari by open-top vehicle is ideal for photography and game viewing. It’s also a Kenyan safari experience that doesn’t require long drives or pricy plane tickets, and you’ll have the chance to spot lions, zebra, buffalo, and other free-roaming wildlife. After the safari, learn about local conservation efforts at the David Sheldrick Wildlife Trust’s elephant orphanage.

By coordinating tours and transport, you can reach a series of Nairobi highlights in a single day. After an early-morning safari in Nairobi National Park—departure is timed to catch the animals when they’re most active—head to the David Sheldrick Wildlife Trust, the Giraffe Centre, and Karen Blixen Museum, then finish the day with drop-off at your hotel or the airport.

If you’re curious about Kenya’s native wildlife but don’t have time to leave the capital, take advantage of half-day tours of Nairobi National Park. Look out for lions, rhino, and giraffes as you explore the park, benefiting from the knowledge and insights of your private guide. Absorb striking views of natural scenery against a city backdrop, and avoid hidden costs with entrance fees and round-trip transfer included in the price.

Discover Rift Valley scenery, wildlife, and diverse bird-life as a day-trip from Nairobi, on this 11-hour tour to Lake Nakuru National Park. Make the most of your time in Kenya, with a small-group tour that includes morning and afternoon game drives, lunch, and round-trip hotel transfer in an air-conditioned minivan.

Nairobi is known for its unique wildlife attractions, but ticking them all off can get expensive. Avoid any surprise costs on this full-day tour that includes entrance fees for Nairobi National Park, the David Sheldrick Elephant Orphanage, the Giraffe Center, and the Karen Blixen Museum, as well as round-trip transportation from your hotel, so you can leave the travel purse and guidebook behind and dedicate a full day to immersing yourself in Kenya’s natural heritage.

Home to four of Africa’s Big Five, as well as hundreds of bird species and big grazers, Nairobi National Park is a must-see for any nature lover. Discover the park in its best light on this sunrise game drive–the time of day when big cats are likely to be observed–and learn more about Kenya’s flora and fauna from your small-group guide. Enjoy an easy early morning start with round-trip transportation from your hotel included.

One of Africa’s smallest national parks, Nairobi National Park sits right on the city’s outskirts, making it the ideal stop for time-pressed travelers: it hosts rhinos, lions, hyenas, cheetahs, leopards, giraffes, buffaloes, and more. Prebook your ticket online to guarantee entry, but do note that this is not a mobile ticket. You will need to arrange to redeem a physical ticket on arrival in Nairobi.

Visitors to the urban capital may think they’re unable to enjoy Kenya’s famous fauna. Discover Nairobi’s unique wildlife-watching opportunities on a full-day tour of attractions including the David Sheldrick Elephant & Rhino Orphanage, the Giraffe Centre, and Nairobi National Park (entrance fees not included), then transfer to a tourist village to learn about Kenya’s traditional culture, travelling with ease between dispersed locations via air-conditioned minivan.