Top Tourist Attractions in Nairobi City: Your Ultimate Guide to Kenya’s Capital

Nairobi, Kenya’s vibrant capital city, provides an extraordinary blend of urban life and wild African adventure. Nairobi City, once renowned as the “Green City in the Sun,” is a perfect gateway to explore Kenya’s rich cultural heritage, wildlife, and modern urban life. Whether you’re a first-time visitor, a returning traveler, or a Nairobi resident seeking a breather to escape from the bustling city life, this comprehensive guide will help you discover the best tourist attractions in Nairobi.

1. Wildlife Experiences in the Heart of the City

Nairobi National Park

Nairobi National Park is located just 7 kilometers from the Nairobi’s Central Business District (CBD), makes it easily accessible. The park is the only wildlife park located within a capital city. A visit to the park allows visitors to witness lions, rhinos, giraffes, and zebras against the backdrop of Nairobi’s skyline. The park covers 117 square kilometers and serves as an important sanctuary of endangered black rhinos. Plan for early morning game drives that offer the best wildlife viewing opportunities, with more than 400 bird species recorded. A visit to Nairobi National Park provides a true safari experience without leaving the city. Another highlight is visiting the Ivory Burning Site Monument, which marks a historical anti-poaching event.

Check out our planned tour itinerary to the Nairobi National Park

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David Sheldrick Wildlife Trust

The David Sheldrick Wildlife Trust is located at the edge of Nairobi National Park is renowned for its work of protecting elephants. The Trust operates the most successful orphan elephant rescue and rehabilitation program. Visitors can witness the incredible work of rehabilitating orphaned elephants during the public viewing hours from 11 am to 12 pm daily, watching as the elephants enjoy their midday mud bath and feeding them at the orphanage within the Nairobi National Park. The David Sheldrick Wildlife Trust grants you an opportunity to get involved in their work by either adopting an orphan baby elephant or engaging as a partner.

NB. Access for the special visit to the Park is only through advance booking.

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July 21, 2025