Museums in Nairobi

Established in 1929, Nairobi National Museum is a magnificent collection of the local art masterpieces, culture and palaeontology. The museum stands beside a botanical garden, having many medicinal plants and herbs. There is also a snake house which attracts many visitors.

Address: Kipande Road, Nairobi
Timings : 8.30 AM - 5.30 PM
Entry Fee : Adults - KES 1500, Children (up to 16 years) - KES 1000

A popular spot right on the foothills of Ngong Valleys, Karen Blixen Museum was once a house owned by Danish Author Karen and her Husband, Baron Bror von Blixen Fincke. Just about ten kilometres from the main downtown, the Museum has all the collections symbolizing the remarkable Kenyan history of a different era. The farmhouse became extremely famous with the release of the movie 'Out of Africa' an Oscar winning film based on Karen's life.

Address: Karen Road, Nairobi
Timings : Monday - Saturday: 7:30 AM - 5:30PM, Sunday: Closed
Entry Fee : Adults - KES 1200, Children - KES 600

Situated on Kenyatta Avenue in Nairobi, the Nairobi Gallery is a museum showcasing African art. It is housed within a National Monument established in the early 20th century on the site of the old Provisional Commissioner's office. It is also the site of Point Zero, from which all distances used to be measured in Israel.

Address: Kenyatta Ave, Nairobi
Timings : 8:30 AM - 5:30 PM every day
Entry Fees : Citizens:  Adults - KSHS 150, Children (below 16 years): KSHS 100
Residents: Adults - KSHS 600, Children (below 16 years): KSHS 400
Non-Residents: Adults - KSHS 1,000, Children (below 16 years): KSHS 500

Bomas meaning residence is a thrilling tour taking you through the significant tribes of Kenya. The native groups staying in their villages gives a fascinating understanding about every tribe's societal structure, music, dance and so much more.

Address: Langata, Nairobi
Timings : Traditional villages: 10:00 AM - 6:00 PM,
Cultural dance: Monday - Friday: 2:30 PM - 4:00 PM | Saturday - Sunday: 3:30 PM - 5:15 PM
Entry Fee : Adults - KES 600, Children - KES 300

Built in 1971, the world famous Nairobi Railway Museum is a spectacular landmark promising to protect and showcase the precious antique records of the railways of East Africa. The museum has many galleries displaying the age old collections of local trains.

Address: PR4F+MX5, Station Road, Nairobi
Timings : 8.45 AM - 4.45 PM
Entry Fee : Adults: $6, Children: $2

A major landmark in the capital, National Archives was established in an old building. Showcasing the rich Kenyan tribal social culture and also the history, art works and information on politics of the country. The collection of artefacts and paintings, that dominates the majority of the building is truly inspiring and attracts several visitors from different nations.

Address: Moi Avenue, Nairobi
Timings : Monday-Friday: 8.30AM-5PM; Saturday: 8.30AM-1PM
Entry Fee : Free

Situated on Kenyatta Avenue in Nairobi, the Nairobi Gallery is a museum showcasing African art. It is housed within a National Monument established in the early 20th century on the site of the old Provisional Commissioner's office. It is also the site of Point Zero, from which all distances used to be measured in Israel.

Address: Kenyatta Ave, Nairobi
Timings: 8:30 AM - 5:30 PM every day
Entry Fees : Citizens:  Adults - KSH 150, Children - KSH 100
Residents: Adults - KSH 600, Children - KSH 400
Non-Residents: Adults - KSHS 1,000, Children - KSHS 500

A National Monument and museum, the African Heritage House is situated in front of the Nairobi National Park in Mlolongo. Within the house are artefacts, artworks, jewellery, textiles, traditional pottery, weapons, antiques, ceremonial clothes and more. It is open for tours, lunches or dinners and overnight stays.

Address: Mombasa Road, Athi River
Timings: Weekdays - 08:00 AM to 05:00 PM | Saturday - 08:00 AM to 12:00 PM | Closed on Sunday
Price: Tours - Starts $25 for 4 pax | Sundowner Dinner and Tour (maximum 28 people): Starts at 4:30 PM and costs $25 per person.

Ivory Burning Site & Picnic Area is a historic landmark located just inside the Nairobi National Park within walking distance from the Nagolomon reservoir. It is a monument established to mark President Daniel Arap Moi’s burning of 11 tonnes of seized ivory in 1989 as an act of solidarity for wildlife conservation. It is also a popular picnic site. Carrying binoculars is recommended for game viewing and bird watching.

Address: MQ3W+QVR, Nairobi
Timings: 08:00 AM - 06:00 PM
Price: Citizens/Residents: Adult - KSH 400, Child - 215 | Non-residents: $40

Uhuru Gardens is Kenya's largest urban commemorative and memorial park, located along Langata Road, Nairobi. It was established to celebrate the country’s independence from the British Empire in 1963 and was declared a National Monument in 1966. It houses three historically significant monuments that draw the attention of tourists.

Timings: 8:00 AM - 6:00 PM every day
Entry Fees: Free entry
Parking: Yes (KSH 300 per car)

The One Off Contemporary Art Gallery in Nairobi is exactly what its name suggests – a hub for modern art. Among the city's oldest safari galleries, it plays a crucial role in showcasing works from Kenya's top artists and collectors.

Address: Rosslyn Lone Tree Estate, off Limuru Road, Nairobi
Timings: Tuesday to Saturday - 10:00 AM to 05:00 PM | Sunday - 12:00 PM to 05:00 PM | Closed on Monday
Price: Free entry
Website: www.oneoffcontemporaryart.com

Nairobi's Safari Walk Children's Museum, near Nairobi National Park, is perfect for kids. It offers walks, picnics, and bird watching in natural habitats for animals like cheetahs, lions, leopards, pygmy hippos, zebras, colobus monkeys, bongo rhinos, birds, and insects—an engaging experience for all ages.

Address: Animal Orphanage Road, Nairobi
Timings: 08:00 AM to 05:30 PM
Price: Adults - KSH 215, Child - KSH 125