Visiting fun places is fun and great for your mental health since it helps you disconnect from your daily life. It is an act of self-care that enhances creativity, promotes self-esteem, and improves your social life. In addition, visiting fun places with family and friends helps strengthen friendship, allows families to appreciate the comfort of their loved ones, and creates unforgettable memories.
Karen is one of the prestigious neighborhoods of Nairobi with the most fun places and attractions. Whether you are looking for a museum, amusement park, or mall with kids’ fun activities, they are available in Karen. Check them out:
1. Karen Village
Karen village is a media, art, and culture hub comprising over 25 studios offering various creative medians. The village has accommodation and several food and drinks courts offering multiple cuisines. They also have a conference and exhibition center with a capacity of over 400 persons.
Additionally, Karen village has an outdoor space that serves as a team building, volleyball, or football training area. The Karen village is the best destination if you want a place to hold corporate meetings, workshops, special events, exhibitions, product shoots, etc. You can also visit to watch art or tour and learn about the creative minds of our local artists.
Location: Ngong Rd, Nairobi
Working hours: 8 am – 10 pm
Contacts: 0708 652624
Google rating: 4.3 stars, (677 reviews)
2. Escape Room Kenya
Escape room Kenya offers a new adventure game that challenges players to find an escape route from the puzzle room within a specified time. It is an entertaining and educational game that tests players’ teamwork and problem-solving skills. The escape rooms are well set, with precautions to fit people of all ages.
The escape room Kenya grounds can also hold special functions such as birthday parties, company events, and anniversaries. They also have a team-building night out at affordable charges.
Location: Talisman Restaurant, 320 Ngong Road, Karen, Nairobi
Working hours: 11 am – 9 pm
Contacts: 0796 110706
Google rating: 4.6 stars, (61 reviews)
3. Natare Gardens
Natare garden is a manicured garden with pleasantly landscaped grounds comprising a waterfall, swimming pool, and fountain. The garden offers a calm and quiet atmosphere, making it a perfect destination to relax away from city hassles. It is also big enough to hold parties, family gatherings, and corporate meetings.
The good news is that the Natare garden is open to the public on Sundays with various kids’ fun activities, including trampoline, swimming, and bouncing castles.
Location: Kerarapon Drive, Ngong Rd, Nairobi
Working hours: 9 am – 5 pm (Sunday, 10 am – 5 pm)
Contacts: 0713 899147
Google rating: 4.3 stars, (234 reviews)
4. Karen Blixen Museum
The Karen Blixen Museum was established in 1986 by the national museum of Kenya after acquiring the house from the government. It houses the photographs, paintings, books, and furniture of the talented author and farmer Karen Blixen. In addition, the Karen Blixen museum hosts a collection of agricultural tools, wagons, ploughs, first-generation tractors, and coffee driers.
The Karen Blixen Museum is a good tour ground for the young generation to provide insight into early twentieth technologies. It also gives a view of the Ngong Hills, one of the remaining indigenous forests in Kenya.
Location: Karen Road, Nairobi
Working hours: 8.30 am – 5 pm
Contacts: 020 8002139
Google rating: 4.4 stars, (2,099 reviews)
5. The Maji Magic
Maji magic is the newest Kenya water attraction offering Aqua Park, swimming, Stand up Paddle boarding, kayaking, etc. It is Africa’s first inflatable Aqua Park with plenty of fun activities for the whole family. In addition to having unmatched water fun activities, the Maji magic also offers electric motor-driven blaster boats.
Location: The Waterfront Mall, Langata Road, Nairobi
Working hours: 9.30 am – 5.30 pm
Contacts: 0710 123456
Google rating: 4.4 stars, (574 reviews)
6. Oloolua Nature Trail
The Oloolua nature trail is a camping and adventure site that meanders through thick forest and undergrowth of giant trees and bushes. It is also the home to the institute of primate research, managed by the national museum of Kenya. The trail comprises a waterfall, a cave, and a camping site.
The Oloolua nature trail can also be used to hold special events like birthdays, wedding ceremonies, video shooting, etc. The entry fee is as low as $2 for citizens and $6 for non-residents, with discounted charges for children.
Location: Oloolau Forest, Karen Rd, Nairobi
Working hours: 9 am – 6 pm
Contacts: 0716 256771
Google rating: 4.5 stars, (1,931 reviews)
7. The Wildlife Foundation
The wildlife foundation is an environmental conservation organization founded by a dedicated team of conservationists. The foundation’s primary mission is to protect wildlife dispersal areas by controlling human-wildlife conflict.
You can be part of the conservation journey by participating in organized events like run for wildlife, or cycle for wildlife. You can also join in litter collection in Nairobi national park and other conservation areas.
Location: KWS headquarters, Kifaru Court, Lang’ata Road, Nairobi
Working hours: 8 am – 5 pm
Contacts: 0720 500632
Google rating: (no reviews)
8. Mamba Village Centre
The Mamba Village Centre is Africa’s largest crocodile farm hosting over a thousand crocodiles; among them is the ‘big daddy,’ the oldest crocodile. Visiting this village allows you to interact with these dangerous reptiles. You will also get an opportunity to see ostrich, tortoises, and rabbits.
In addition to offering an excellent crocodile tour, the Mamba village Centre also offers event hosting and catering services. They also provide discounted charges on the crocodile farm day tour. Check on their website to mark the date.
Location: Lang’ata Road
Working hours: 24 hours
Contacts: 0714 782653
Google rating: (no reviews)
9. Ngong Road Forest Sanctuary
Ngong road forest sanctuary is among the managed forests of Nairobi that offer running trails and the best place to explore the country’s natural flora. It is the best place to free your mind by taking a walk, biking, or horse riding. Also, their charges are relatively low, and the trails are safe.
Location: forest, Ngong Road, Ngong
Working hours: 6 am – 6 pm
Contacts: 020 2113358
Google rating: 4.3 stars, (4,686 reviews)
Conclusion
Taking a break from your daily routine leaves you both energized and more focused. It is the best way to free your mind from stress.
