Nairobi City Tour: Nairobi Museum, KICC Rooftop & Railway Museum

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About this activity

Embark on a Nairobi city tour to explore attractions, delve into rich history and culture, savor diverse African cuisine, and experience local transportation by hopping on a matatu – the iconic vans that reflect the vibrant pulse of the city

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At a glance

Duration: 6 hours
Confirmation: Instant confirmation
Ticket: Mobile or paper ticket accepted
Group: Up to 5 people
People per booking: 1–5
Guide: English
Operated by: Christine Mukiri

Ages: Adults (18–50 years)

What is included

Included

Included: Guide Fees
Included: Lunch
Included: Local Transport cost during the tour

Not included

Not included: Railway Museum Entrance Fee - $6
Not included: KICC Helipad Entrance Fee - $5
Not included: Nairobi National Museum Entrance Fee - $12

Itinerary

Stop 1

1 h 30 min Admission not included

The first stop of the tour will be The Kenya Railway Museum an institution that preserves and showcases the rail history in Kenya. One of the notable exhibits is the "Lunatic Express," which refers to the historic railway line connecting Mombasa to Kisumu, a project that played a crucial role in the development of Kenya during the colonial period. The collection at the Kenya Railway Museum includes a diverse array of vintage locomotives and carriages which offer a cool backdrop to take those Instagram pics and record your Tiktoks.
Stop 2

2 hours Admission not included

The next stop will be at KICC helipad which offers stunning panoramic views of the Nairobi City skyline, prominent buildings, and its surroundings.

Next, we will take a break as we have lunch at an African cuisine restaurant and the proceed to the last stop using a matatu( local public minivan)
Nairobi National Museum

2 hours Admission not included

The last stop will be the Nairobi National Museum, a prominent cultural and historical institution showcasing Kenya's rich heritage. You'll get the opportunity to explore various exhibits and collections, including the Human Evolution Gallery and Paleontology Section, which displays fossils and artifacts and information about ancient life forms, including the famous Turkana Boy fossil. For the courageous ones, you'll have the opportunity to visit the Snake Park where you'll get to observe and learn about the various snake species found in Kenya.