Nairobi History Half Day Tour
Nairobi History Half Day Tour
While you can stroll around Nairobi by yourself, you cant compare this to the wealth of information you would get from our guide. The sense of security and ease of getting around wouldn't also compare.While historical information might be boring to listen for 2 hours, our guide tells you the modern, interesting and relevant facts about Nairobi as they show all the spots like popular restaurants and hang out joints. We also get to teach you some common but cool Nairobi slang and basic Swahili words and sentences.
We basically teach you how to blend into the culturally diverse city.You also might get to taste Nyama Choma - grilled Beef or goat.
Book This ExperienceA glimpse of the journey
Your Itinerary
A curated journey through the experience
Jeevanjee Gardens
Travelers learn the history of the garden and see current activities and events held there. They get to know the colonial names of the streets that surround the garden.
10 minutesCity Market
Travelers go through the 4 divisions of the market while learning about its history. They also get to buy some souvenir at the curio shops.
20 minutesJamia Mosque
Travelers see the mosque and its activities.
10 minutesMcMillan Memorial Library
Travelers see the historical structural uniqueness of the library, learn its history and its inclusion in the constitution.
10 minutesKenyatta Avenue
This street is one of the main entrance into the city. travelers see the Askari monument and African war veterans memorial obelisk. They also see various banks, Forex bureaus and restaurants along the street
10 minutesSarova Stanley Nairobi - 5 Star Hotel
Being the oldest hotel in the city, travelers learn its history. They also see the stores along Kimathi street.
10 minutesDedan Kimathi Statue
Dedan Kimathi being an iconic figure in Kenya's fight for independence, travelers learn his role in the Mau Mau movement. Travelers also see the Hilton hotel Nairobi.
5 minutesMoi Avenue
Travelers see closely the 'Matatu' culture and the buzzing life of Nairobi.
5 minutesKICC
Travelers take photos at the Jomo Kenyatta statue, go up to the helipad to have an aerial view of the City which includes attractions like the historical 'British' railway, Parliament buildings, Uhuru park grounds, Holy Family Basilica Catholic church and others.
30 minutesThe Galton-fenzi Memorial
It is here that travelers,learn the directions and distance of major cities in the world and finalize the tour walking towards Jevanjee gardens.
10 minutesIncluded
- Bottled water
- Professional interactive guide
Not Included
- KICC Helipad Entrance - $5
Good to Know
- Not wheelchair accessible
- Near public transportation
- Most travelers can participate
- Face masks required for travelers in public areas
- Face masks required for guides in public areas
- Hand sanitizer available to travelers and staff
- Regularly sanitized high-traffic areas
- Gear/equipment sanitized between use
- Transportation vehicles regularly sanitized
- Guides required to regularly wash hands
- Regular temperature checks for staff
- Temperature checks for travelers upon arrival
- COVID-19 vaccination required for guides
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 12 travelers
- Confirmation will be received at time of booking
Tickets & Cancellation
You can present either a paper or an electronic voucher for this activity.
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours in advance of the start time of the experience.