Fun places provide you with an opportunity to explore various attractions sites together with family and friends. This way, you have the chance to get away from life’s routine and create new memories. In addition to that, you relax your mind which helps you face a new working week. Whereas you can learn about history in one fun place, in others you get to see animals. At Kilimani, there are lots of fun places with the carnival atmosphere, music, and even food.
1. Uhuru Park
Uhuru Park is among the most visited places in the city and for good reasons. One, it’s absolutely free not unless you want to use the swings, paddle the boat, ride the horse, or the bouncing castles. What’s more, you can sit on the lush green grass and enjoy the view of skyscrapers and the artificial lake. As for the kids, they have their own playground where you can supervise them as they play.
Location: Along Nairobi Expressway
Working hours: 8 am to 6:30 pm daily.
Google rating: 4.1 stars, (20,451 reviews)
2. Giraffe Centre
If you crave to interact with wild animals, then the Giraffe Centre is the closest you can get. You can freely interact with the giraffes and even get to feed them under the supervision of the guides. What’s more, you can take shots of the giraffes for memories, and walk the well labelled nature trails with friends. As for meals, a restaurant on site serves sumptuous meals, and cards can be used to make payments.
Location: Duma Road
Contacts: 020 8070804
Working hours: 9 am to 5 pm daily.
Google rating: 4.6 stars, (10,202 reviews)
3. National Museums
If you have never visited The National Museums of Kenya, then you have been missing out on some fun. This historical residence houses nine galleries that talk about Kenyan history. The galleries include history, anthropology, animal Kingdom, and Kenyan traditions and culture. In addition to that, it has a Snake Park where venomous and non-venomous snakes are displayed. And with the services of a free guide and well labelled items, you will leave the facility well informed.
Location: Kipande Road
Contacts: 020 3742131
Working hours: 8:30 am to 5:30 pm daily.
Google rating: 4.5 stars, (8,420 reviews)
4. The Nairobi Arboretum
If you want to feel one with nature, then this arboretum managed by the Kenya Forest Service should be your go-to destination. The arboretum has different tree species, picnic areas, and animals. What’s more, you can hold team building events, and even jog around cabro-paved walkways. But the icing on the cake is the fact that the entry fee is very affordable.
Location: Off State House Road
Contacts: 0728 790 518
Working hours: 6 am to 6:30 pm daily.
Google rating: 4.4 stars, (5,992 reviews)
5. Nairobi Safari Walk
Nairobi Safari Walk offers you the opportunity to get up close and personal with wild animals in their semi-natural environment. Among the animals you can see are rhinos, hyenas, hipos, and even the lions. In addition to that, you get to interact with the Kenya Wildlife Service guides who are very friendly and helpful. And if that is not all, the Safari Walk offers you somewhere to reconnect with nature, away from the hustle and bustle of the city.
Location: Langata Road
Contacts: 020 2379407
Working hours: 8 am to 5 pm daily.
Google rating: 4.4 stars, (4,719 reviews)
6. Kenya Railway Museum
When it comes to the history of the railway service in Kenya, nothing beats the Kenya Railway Museum. The museum displays several locomotives at the yard, while other artifacts are displayed inside the museum itself. And if that isn’t enough, there is a gift shop where you can buy branded t-shirts and caps. As for payments, you are only allowed to use Mpesa, or Visa Card. With regard to photography, be sure to confirm at the reception first.
Location: Station Road
Contacts: 0709 907 411
Working hours: 8 am to 5 pm daily. 8 am to 12 pm on Saturdays. Closed on Sundays.
Google rating: 4.4 stars, (885 reviews)
7. Central Park Nairobi
As compared to Uhuru Park, this park is more tranquil with plenty of trees that provide shade. You can use the grounds for picnics, or for events. What’s more, it has several entrances and exits, with public toilets that charge a fee. You can relax on the green grass as you take in the breathtaking view of Nairobi’s tallest buildings.
Location: Next to Uhuru and Kenyatta Highways
Working hours: 24 hours daily.
Google rating: 4.3 stars, (773 reviews)
8. Nairobi Gallery
The Nairobi Gallery hosts Murumbi’s African Heritage Collections. When at the gallery, you can be able to see African fabrics, sculptures, photos, and even books on display. This gallery is managed by National Museums of Kenya and has great security and adequate parking area. What’s more, it has ramps for the handicapped, and the environment is quite conducive.
Location: Kenyatta Avenue
Contacts: 020 3742131
Working hours: 020 3742131
Google rating: 4.4 stars, (444 reviews)
9. Nairobi Nv Lunar Park
This amusement park might be among the most exciting fun places to visit while in Kilimani. To begin with, they have merry-go-rounds, boat riding, bouncing castles, and even swimming pools in the same place. In addition to that, they have different games, shops, not to mention restaurants for relaxation. And the interesting bit is that the charges are pocket friendly.
Location: Haile Selassie Avenue
Contacts: 0714 967 449
Working hours: 8 am to 5 pm daily. 8 am to 12 pm on Saturdays. Closed on Sundays.
Google rating: 4.2 stars, (152 reviews)
10. Psycho 60 Escape
At Psycho 60 Escape, you will play an interactive real life adventure game while locked in a room with a small group. To escape the room, you will need to solve puzzles, decode messages, and find the key to unlock the room within a certain timeframe. To fully enjoy the experience, you and your small group will need to work as a team.
Location: Elgeyo Marakwet North Road
Contacts: 0787 779 246
Working hours: 9 am to 7 pm daily.
Google rating: 5.0 stars, (9 reviews)
Conclusion
Whenever you are on holidays, or have free time over the weekend, make it your aim to visit the above fun places. And while doing that, be sure to take your family along because it will be more fun with them.
