TripSmithNairobi
A curated guide to Nairobi, Kenya: 8 top sights, 8 standout places to eat, where to stay, and a sample itinerary.
What to see
- Giraffe Centre 4.6★ (18,000 reviews) · Tourist attraction
- National Museum of Kenya 4.5★ (12,000 reviews) · Tourist attraction
- Karen Blixen Museum 4.5★ (3,600 reviews) · Tourist attraction
- The Oloolua Nature Trail 4.5★ (3,000 reviews) · Tourist attraction
- Nairobi National Park 4.5★ (11,000 reviews) · Tourist attraction
- Bomas Of Kenya 4.4★ (5,500 reviews) · Tourist attraction
- Nairobi Safari Walk 4.4★ (6,300 reviews) · Tourist attraction
- The Nairobi Arboretum 4.4★ (7,700 reviews) · Tourist attraction
Where to eat
- Diritto Café 4.9★ (1,900 reviews) · Restaurant
- Cultiva Farm Kenya 4.7★ (2,400 reviews) · Restaurant
- Talisman Restaurant 4.6★ (4,000 reviews) · Restaurant
- The Carnivore Restaurant 4.5★ (13,000 reviews) · Restaurant
- Nairobi Street Kitchen 4.5★ (3,200 reviews) · Restaurant
- Le Grenier À Pain 4.5★ (2,400 reviews) · Restaurant
- About Thyme Restaurant 4.4★ (2,700 reviews) · Restaurant
- The River Café 4.4★ (2,700 reviews) · Cafe
Where to drink
- The Alchemist 4.3★ (6,300 reviews) · Bar
- Milan 4.3★ (3,400 reviews) · Lounge bar
- K1 Klub House 4.3★ (2,800 reviews) · Bar
- Mwenda's Pub and cocktails 4.4★ (1,900 reviews) · Pub
- Number 7 Cocktail bar 4.3★ (1,700 reviews) · Bar
A sample 3-day shape
Day 1
- Morning: Giraffe Centre
- Afternoon: The Oloolua Nature Trail
- Dinner: Diritto Café
- Nightcap: The Alchemist
Day 2
- Morning: National Museum of Kenya
- Afternoon: Nairobi National Park
- Dinner: Cultiva Farm Kenya
- Nightcap: Milan
Day 3
- Morning: Karen Blixen Museum
- Afternoon: Bomas Of Kenya
- Dinner: Talisman Restaurant
- Nightcap: K1 Klub House
This is a starting shape — plan your own Nairobi trip →
Frequently asked
How many days do you need in Nairobi?
With 14 notable sights and 22 standout eateries, 2–4 days covers the essentials at a relaxed pace.