Nairobi Central Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

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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

National Archives

National Archives is just one of the places to see in Nairobi, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Discover the area's shops or seek out its safari tours.

National Archives

Activities

Safari Tour; Nairobi National Park

Safari Tour; Nairobi National Park

AU$114
per adult
84% of travellers recommend
Safari Tour; Nairobi National Park
Elephant orphanage, Giraffe center, kobe beads tour

Elephant orphanage, Giraffe center, kobe beads tour

AU$37
per adult
Elephant orphanage, Giraffe center, kobe beads tour
Nairobi: Historic and Modern Highlights Walking Tour

Nairobi: Historic and Modern Highlights Walking Tour

AU$63
per adult
Nairobi: Historic and Modern Highlights Walking Tour
Day Trip: Hell's Gate Bike Ride & Lake Naivasha Boat Ride

Day Trip: Hell's Gate Bike Ride & Lake Naivasha Boat Ride

AU$154
per adult
Day Trip: Hell's Gate Bike Ride & Lake Naivasha Boat Ride
Nairobi National Park Half-Day Tour; Free Wi-Fi connection

Nairobi National Park Half-Day Tour; Free Wi-Fi connection

AU$123
per adult
Nairobi National Park Half-Day Tour; Free Wi-Fi connection
Ancient Nairobi and Modern City Tour

Ancient Nairobi and Modern City Tour

AU$30
per adult
Ancient Nairobi and Modern City Tour
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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$127 per night from 8 Aug to 9 Aug
AU$127
8 Aug - 9 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)
"Patrick, Mary and all the bar attendants were very good"

Reviewed on 29 Jul. 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$242 per night from 29 Aug to 30 Aug
AU$242
29 Aug - 30 Aug
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! (731 reviews)
"Great hotel in the centre of Nairobi, great décor. Enjoyed our stay"

Reviewed on 29 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$341 per night from 22 Aug to 23 Aug
AU$341
22 Aug - 23 Aug
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! (188 reviews)
A great place to stay in bustling Nairobi!
"The hotel was really beautiful, with a dramatic lobby & manicured grounds! The staff couldn’t have been kinder & more helpful. Restaurants were very good, reasonable & offered lots of options! Only complaint was spotty internet, which was very frustrating!"

Reviewed on 28 Jul. 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$112 per night from 22 Aug to 23 Aug
AU$112
22 Aug - 23 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 ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (43 reviews)
"Nice place to stay. Safe. Good restaurant. Sound of the river on one side. Sound of the freeway on the other."

Reviewed on 15 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$155 per night from 4 Sept to 5 Sept
AU$155
4 Sept - 5 Sept
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! (200 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
Argyle Grand Hotel Nairobi Airport

Argyle Grand Hotel Nairobi Airport

5 out of 5
Mombasa Road, Nairobi, Nairobi County
Stay at this 5-star luxury hotel in Nairobi. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular ...
9/10 Wonderful! (452 reviews)
"Would stay again. Great property, staff."

Reviewed on 3 Aug. 2025

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Other neighbourhoods around Nairobi Central

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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 West

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

Ngara West
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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.

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Upper Hill

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

Upper Hill
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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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