Discover Nairobi beyond the usual tourist attractions on a guided walking tour through the heart of Kenya’s capital.
Meet your local guide and set out on foot to explore Nairobi’s historic city centre, vibrant streets, markets, monuments, government buildings, religious landmarks, and modern urban life.
Your experience combines Nairobi’s history and culture with the atmosphere of the city today. As you walk through the streets, your guide will explain how Nairobi developed from a railway settlement into Kenya’s capital and one of East Africa’s most important cities.
Visit or see some of Nairobi’s most recognisable landmarks, including Jeevanjee Gardens, Nairobi City Market, Jamia Mosque, McMillan Memorial Library, Kenyatta Avenue, Koinange Street, the Sarova Stanley area, Dedan Kimathi Statue, Supreme Court, Parliament area, Holy Family Basilica, and the Kenyatta International Convention Centre.
Take time to explore Nairobi City Market, where you can see local traders, fresh produce, crafts, clothing, souvenirs, and everyday life in the city. Depending on the day and opening hours, you may also have time to browse for locally made souvenirs.
Along the way, learn about Kenyan history, independence, local traditions, architecture, food, languages, and contemporary Nairobi. Your guide can also teach you useful Swahili expressions that you can use during your stay in Kenya.
There are opportunities to stop for Kenyan coffee, fresh fruit, snacks, or other local food at your own expense, depending on the selected tour option and the day’s itinerary.
The tour is designed to give you a relaxed introduction to Nairobi while allowing you to ask questions and interact with your guide. It is suitable for first-time visitors, solo travellers, couples, families, and small groups who want to understand the city from a local perspective.
Choose a shared small-group walking tour for a social experience or select a private option for a more personalised itinerary and flexible pace. Hotel pickup and drop-off can also be selected where available.
This walking tour is an excellent way to get oriented in Nairobi at the beginning of your trip and discover the history, culture, landmarks, markets, and everyday atmosphere of Kenya’s capital.
