Places To Visit In Mombasa

6 km
from city center 1 out of 28
Places To Visit in Mombasa

Haller Park is a nature reserve that is a must-visit for all animal lovers. Zebras, hippos, giraffes and more call this nature reserve their home. The park also housed a tortoise that was 130 years old! You can view all the animals and birds and even ask to feed the giraffes.

28 km
from city center 2 out of 28
Places To Visit in Mombasa

Diani Beach is one of Mombasa's most popular beaches for a spot of rest and relaxation. It is a long white sand beach with watersports like windsurfing, sailing, snorkelling, kitesurfing, diving, water-skiing and parasailing. Diani beach also has an excellent nightlife.

3 km
from city center 3 out of 28
Places To Visit in Mombasa

You cannot leave the city without visiting this UNESCO World Heritage Site. Designed by an Italian architect, Fort Jesus has become a major tourist attraction. It may not be in the best condition, but the ruins give it an aura of mystery and majesty. It houses a museum with a couple of exhibits as well as Omani House, which displays the jewellery of the Omanis and tells you about how they lived.

8 km
from city center 4 out of 28
Places To Visit in Mombasa

If you are travelling with children, take them to this marine park. Mombasa Marine National Park is a great place to visit if you want to spot different fish. Take a clear glass bottom boat to get to the park, and on the way, you can view the beautiful world of the waters below. You can dive in for some snorkelling and feed the fish with the help of your instructor or guide.

2 km
from city center 5 out of 28
Places To Visit in Mombasa

Mombasa’s Old Town is a historical town situated on the southeast end of the city next to Tudor Creek. Explore the scenic streets which exude a combined influence of African, Asian and European culture. Head to the antique shops to buy souvenirs, dine at the cafés serving local dishes, taste world-renowned Kenyan coffee and tea, and go clubbing at Avanti or Bella Vista.

6 km
from city center 6 out of 28
Places To Visit in Mombasa

Nguuni Nature Sanctuary is an animal sanctuary and park on the north coast of Mombasa near Nguu Tatu Hills. A 10-minute drive from Bamburi, it is home to diverse African wildlife and offers game drives where one can get glimpses of ostrich, giraffe, eland and oryx. It is popular for camping and has a designated picnic spot.

2 km
from city center 7 out of 28
Places To Visit in Mombasa

The Mombasa Tusks is a monument over Moi avenue. It is also known as Pembe za Ndovu, meaning elephant tusks in Swahili. It was originally made of wood and was built to resemble elephant tusks. But in recent years, it has been reconstructed in aluminium to resemble an M shape, coincidentally standing for the first letter in Mombasa.

3 km
from city center 8 out of 28
Places To Visit in Mombasa

Mama Ngina Waterfront is a seaside public park overlooking the Kilindini Channel in Mombasa County. It is visited for its expansive greenery, breathtaking views of the Indian Ocean, open alfresco restaurants, cafés and cultural exhibitions. It is popular for walking and jogging with a long palm-tree walkway from Likoni Ferry Crossing to Mombasa Golf Club.

9 km
from city center 9 out of 28
Places To Visit in Mombasa

Bamburi Beach on the northern coast of Mombasa is a calm and picturesque beach boasting tranquil blue waters and soft whitish sand. It is ideal for swimming and water sports like snorkelling and scuba diving. Camel riding is also popular here.

3 km
from city center 10 out of 28
Places To Visit in Mombasa

Nakumatt Nyali, or City Mall-Nyali, is Mombasa's first Premier Shopping Mall. It is famous for its wide range of local and international brands and is home to over 96 stores across 3 floors. A food court also features 5 food outlets and 2 coffee shops, and lounge bars. Kids up to 12 can play at Kidzania, which has trampolines, jungle gyms, arcade games and more. In addition, Masai Market selling authentic African items is set up inside the complex.

5 km
from city center 11 out of 28
Places To Visit in Mombasa

Shelly Beach is the second largest public beach in the coastal hub close to Mombasa. The white sandy beach has tall palm trees and calm waters. It is not recommended to go in the water because often there are sea urchins and other aquatic animals that reside here. The beach and the surrounding hotels are good for visiting for a quick one-day excursion.

3 km
from city center 12 out of 28
Places To Visit in Mombasa

The Mamba Village Crocodile Centre, located in the Nyali region of Mombasa, is the largest crocodile farm in Africa. It is home to over 1,000 young and mature crocodiles, including one of the oldest crocodiles in the world - Big Daddy. There is also a beautiful botanical garden, featuring aquatic plants and orchids, a large aquarium, and a fish farm.

2 km
from city center 13 out of 28
Places To Visit in Mombasa

Nyali Beach, located in Mombasa, is known for its white sand. The calm water of the sea makes the spot serene. The beach is perfect for diving, snorkelling, kite surfing, and sunbathing. One can visit the Shiva Cave, situated at the southern end of the beach.

4 km
from city center 14 out of 28
Places To Visit in Mombasa

The Wild Waters entertainment park is located in Mombasa, Kenya, and is home to a plethora of rides and activities. This entertainment centre also has a coffee shop, a bar, and a food court. The exclusive range of water slides includes spiral water slides and a fume bowl for adults along with a kids’ pool and a play station area.

12 km
from city center 15 out of 28
Places To Visit in Mombasa

A serene creek in Mombasa, the Mtwapa Creek is known for its water activities, scenic views and picnic spot. It is an excellent place for fishing and scuba diving owing to its currents and temperature. Visit close to sunset or sunrise when the sky and water are painted in hues of orange and blue. It is an excellent location for photography too.

3 km
from city center 16 out of 28
Places To Visit in Mombasa

Nyali Theatre or Nyali Cinemax, located on Main Nyali Road in Mombasa, is the country’s first Barco digital cinema hall and the only one in the city. It consists of two movie halls with comfortable and spacious seating, incredible sound systems and big screens. It is known for screening Hollywood and Bollywood movies.

2 km
from city center 17 out of 28
Places To Visit in Mombasa

The Mombasa Memorial Cathedral is an Anglican Church situated between Nkrumah Road and Cathedral Road in Mombasa. Built during the British colonial times, its architecture resembles a mosque. The white-coloured building has several arches and is topped off with a silver dome.

16 km
from city center 18 out of 28
Places To Visit in Mombasa

Jumba la Mtwana is located in Mombasa, close to Mtwapa Creek, and is well known for its archeological relics. The ceramic remnants hint that this ruined village was built sometime in the fourteenth century. The surviving structures amidst the ruins include four mosques, one tomb and four houses.

3 km
from city center 19 out of 28
Places To Visit in Mombasa

One of Africa’s most popular live butterfly exhibits, the Mombasa Butterfly House, is located within the Fort Jesus Museum on Nkrumah Road. It consists of a large variety of butterflies bred and preserved in their natural environment. The best time to visit is in the morning when the butterflies are the most active.

2 km
from city center 20 out of 28
Places To Visit in Mombasa

If you don't mind crowds and lots of stalls, visit Mombasa's Spice Market. The market is always filled with lots of people bargaining, shouting at the top of their voices and bustling around. But go here to spot amazing spices like turmeric, curry leaf powder, cardamom, cloves and more. Bargain hard and strike a fair deal to take these spices back home.

16 km
from city center 21 out of 28
Places To Visit in Mombasa

The Rabai Museum is located inside Kenya’s first Christian church, the Rabai Church, situated northwest of Mombasa in Rabai. It displays exhibits about the history of Christianity, archives on the Slave Trade, and artefacts related to the Mijikenda peoples, such as traditional clothing, tools used to prepare food and regalia.

8 km
from city center 22 out of 28
Places To Visit in Mombasa

Jomo Kenyatta Public Beach, locally known as Pirates Beach, is the only public beach in Mombasa. It borders Bamburi beach in the south and Nyali beach in the north. Many locals come to the sandy beach for swimming, relaxing and enjoying the stunning views of the Indian ocean.

63 km
from city center 23 out of 28
Places To Visit in Mombasa

One of the hidden gems of Kenya, the Avicennia Island is secluded and stunningly beautiful. Located in the Funzi Keys, it is named after the Avicennia marina, a type of mangrove tree. The island is also known for adventure activities, such as kayaking, fishing, snorkeling, swimming, boating, bird-watching, etc.

10 km
from city center 24 out of 28
Places To Visit in Mombasa

The Mombasa Go-Kart is a go-karting facility located on the Mombasa North Coast along Malindi Road. Besides go-karting, there is also paintball, archery, zip-lining, Rodeo Bull Ride, Hi-Strike, 9-pin bowling, VR-Rollercoaster, Racing simulators, bike tours, and more

40 km
from city center 25 out of 28
Places To Visit in Mombasa

The Shimba Hills National Reserve is located about 33km from Mombasa in what was earlier the Coast Province of Kenya. It is one of the largest coastal rainforests in East Africa and the only area in Kenya where the Sable Antelopes are found. The Sheldrick Falls are also located within the reserve.

21 km
from city center 26 out of 28
Places To Visit in Mombasa

Located in Mombasa, the Tiwi beach is known for its white sand and secluded location. It is a perfect spot for diving and snorkelling. Birdwatching is also a famous tourist activity here. Palm trees along the side of the beach make the view a picturesque one.

4,891 km
from city center 27 out of 28
Places To Visit in Mombasa

Mombasa Jain Temple or Shree Parshwa Vallabh Jain Temple is a religious temple located outside the southwestern borders of the Old Town of Mombasa. It is the first Jain temple to be constructed outside the Asian continent and the oldest in Africa. Beautiful sculptures and figurines decorate the building from ceiling to floor.

4 km
from city center 28 out of 28
Places To Visit in Mombasa

Located in Kisauni district, the Bombolulu Workshop & Cultural Center is an initiative for the differently abled people to come together, train and start a financially independent life for themselves. Building entrepreneurs alongside promoting local art and culture is the aim of Bombolulu Workshop & Cultural Center. People here make jewelry, home décor, handicrafts, tools and equipment among more. Tourists should definitely visit this workshop for a wholesome experience and carry a few souvenirs from them.