Nairobi South Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

Popular places to visit

Zebras in Nairobi national park with Nairoby city in the background. Zebra puts head on back of other zebra in Nairobi, Kenya.

Nairobi National Park

Explore the lovely green spaces of Nairobi National Park and also enjoy the safari tours in Nairobi. While you're here, you can savour the top-notch restaurants.

Nairobi National Park
Feeding a giraffe from the deck off my room at Giraffe Manor in Nairobi last October. It has been a pretty rough week but remembering this experience still brings a smile to my face, I blog about my travels at Circlingthebucketlist.com .

Giraffe Centre

Meet the animals who live at Giraffe Centre during your travels in Nairobi. Make time to visit the spas and shops while you're in the area.

Giraffe Centre
Nairobi Landmarks, Kenya

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
In my opinion the best hotel in Nairobi, its cozy and welcomming.

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

African Heritage House

Learn about the local history of Nairobi with a stop at African Heritage House. Discover the area's top-notch restaurants or seek out the safari tours.

African Heritage House

Thika Road Mall

During your visit to Nairobi, you can search for that perfect souvenir at Thika Road Mall. While you're here, you can savour the top-notch restaurants.

Thika Road Mall

Activities

Safari Tour; Nairobi National Park

Safari Tour; Nairobi National Park

AU$98
per adult
90% of travellers recommend
Safari Tour; Nairobi National Park
Day Trip: Hell's Gate Bike Ride & Lake Naivasha Boat Ride

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

AU$113
per adult
Day Trip: Hell's Gate Bike Ride & Lake Naivasha Boat Ride
Nairobi Walking City Tour

Nairobi Walking City Tour

AU$26
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Nairobi Walking City Tour
Nairobi National Park and Giraffe Centre

Nairobi National Park, Elephant Orphanage and Giraffe Centre

AU$79
per adult
Nairobi National Park, Elephant Orphanage and Giraffe Centre
Elephant orphanage, Giraffe center, kobe beads tour

Nairobi:Elephant orphanage, Giraffe center, kobe beads tour

AU$58
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Nairobi:Elephant orphanage, Giraffe center, kobe beads tour
Picture 2 for Activity Karen Blixen, Beads Factory, Giraffe Center & Bomas Day Tour

Karen Blixen, Beads Factory, Giraffe Center & Bomas Day Tour

AU$55
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Karen Blixen, Beads Factory, Giraffe Center & Bomas Day Tour
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Our pick of the best Nairobi South Hotel Deals

The Panari Hotel - Near Jomo Kenyatta International Airport

The Panari Hotel - Near Jomo Kenyatta International Airport

4 out of 5
Mombasa Road Nairobi
The price is AU$167 per night from 21 Feb to 22 Feb
AU$167
21 Feb - 22 Feb
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this spa hotel in Nairobi. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular attractions ...
8/10 Very Good! (329 reviews)
Great staff and good rooms

Reviewed on 10 Feb 2026

The Panari Hotel - Near Jomo Kenyatta International Airport
Ole Sereni

Ole Sereni

4.5 out of 5
Mombassa Road Nairobi
The price is AU$229 per night from 16 Mar to 17 Mar
AU$229
16 Mar - 17 Mar
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury hotel in Nairobi. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular attractions ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (714 reviews)
Nice room shame we had to leave early and didnt get to explore

Reviewed on 1 Feb 2026

Ole Sereni
Argyle Grand Hotel Nairobi Airport

Argyle Grand Hotel Nairobi Airport

5 out of 5
Mombasa Road Nairobi Nairobi County
Stay at this luxury hotel in Nairobi. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular attractions ...
9/10 Wonderful! (679 reviews)
Nice pool, food, staff very friendly.

Reviewed on 6 Feb 2026

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Argyle Grand Hotel Nairobi Airport
Hyatt Place Nairobi Westlands

Hyatt Place Nairobi Westlands

2 out of 5
10 Lower Kabete Rd Nairobi Nairobi County
The price is AU$251 per night from 9 Mar to 10 Mar
AU$251
9 Mar - 10 Mar
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Nairobi. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Popular attractions Sarit Centre and Westgate Shopping Mall are located ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (71 reviews)
Very clean

Reviewed on 4 Feb 2026

Hyatt Place Nairobi Westlands
Best Western Premier Westlands

Best Western Premier Westlands

4 out of 5
Karuna Road behind Sarit Centre Nairobi
The price is AU$195 per night from 6 Mar to 7 Mar
AU$195
6 Mar - 7 Mar
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this spa hotel in Nairobi. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular attractions ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (254 reviews)
Check In was very smooth, rooms were clear and very comfortable location.

Reviewed on 7 Feb 2026

Best Western Premier Westlands
Nairobi Serena Hotel

Nairobi Serena Hotel

5 out of 5
Kenyatta Avenue / Processional Way Nairobi
The price is AU$379 per night from 28 Feb to 1 Mar
AU$379
28 Feb - 1 Mar
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this spa hotel in Nairobi. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the property condition in their ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (328 reviews)
The staff make it really a 5 star

Reviewed on 5 Feb 2026

Nairobi Serena Hotel
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Other neighbourhoods around Nairobi South

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Nairobi West

While visiting Nairobi West, you might make a stop by sights like Nairobi National Park and Nyayo National Stadium.

Nairobi West
Nairobi City Panorama, Kenya

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
Nairobi Center Panorama, Kenya

Nairobi Central Business District

4/5(5 area reviews)

If you're spending some time in Nairobi Central Business District, City Square and City Market are top sights worth seeing.

Nairobi Central Business District
Nairobi Center and Uhuru Park, Kenya

Eastleigh

While Eastleigh may not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Muthaiga Golf Club and National Archives.

Eastleigh
Panoramic view of downtown Nairobi and Central Park.

Nairobi Central

If you're spending some time in Nairobi Central, City Market and City Square are top sights worth seeing.

Nairobi Central
In an expensive city, this place stands out as an excellent budget option. Central location, nice rooms and the biggest plus is the rooftop bar/restaurant to hang out on in the evenings, mingling with other travelers and locals and enjoying some great home cooked food. #nairobi #bedandbreakfast #kenya #budgethotel

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.

Ngara

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