Since the pandemic, Kenya has seen an increase in the number of domestic tourists visiting the county’s attractions. Kenyans have started to tour their own country and appreciate everything it has to offer.
Ruaka, with its many new residents, has not been left behind. Residents in Ruaka neighbourhood and the nearby areas have access to many spots and places to have fun in. Some of them are designed for family fun, while others are more appropriate for a particular age group and crowd.
In this list, you will find Ruaka fun places for everyone to visit, no matter your hobbies or preferences.
1. Friends of Karura Forest
Karura Forest is one of the biggest forests in Nairobi and it is a short drive from Ruaka Town. It can be accessed via the entrance on Limuru Road or Kiambu Road depending on whatever is convenient for you. Activities here include bike riding and hiking which are both fun and healthy.
Location: Limuru Road
Working Hours: 6am to 6pm daily
Contacts: 0791 398371
Google Rating: 4.7 stars (1,246 reviews)
2. Kiambethu Tea Farm
When you need something fun and new to try out, look at Kiambethu Tea Farm. The venue provides visitors with a tour of the tea plantations in Limuru as well as a guide on how the beverage is processed. The walk is refreshing, and the grounds are scenic enough to have guests coming back again.
Location: Girls School Road
Working Hours: 11am to 1pm from Thursday to Sunday
Contacts: 0729 290894
Google Rating: 4.7 stars, (417 reviews)
3. Two Rivers Theme Park
The Theme Park at Two Rivers Mall is built to accommodate younger visitors who are regularly accompanied by their parents. Some fun activities available to visitors at the mall include riding the Ferris Wheel, playing in the waterfront, and several other rides within the play area.
Location: Limuru Road, Northern Bypass, Nairobi
Working Hours: 10:30 am to 8:30 pm daily. Closes at 9pm on weekends
Contacts: 0798 978459
Google Rating: 4.6 stars, (1,533 reviews)
4. Evergreen Park
Evergreen Park is an affordable picnic area located along Kiambu Road which is close to Ruaka. It is ideal for birthday parties and similar occasions. The park has an entrance fee as well as sufficient parking space for guests who drive in. It also has a scenic water view and a beautiful environment in nature.
Location: Kiambu Road
Working Hours: 8am to 6pm daily
Contacts: 0727 252916
Google Rating: 4.4 stars, (462 reviews)
5. One Off Contemporary Art Gallery Limited
If you are a fan of indoor fun activities, try the One Off Contemporary Art Gallery Limited in Rosslyn. It is a display of art from different creators in Kenya. The venue makes a perfect place for a relaxed art tour.
Location: Rosslyn Lone Tree Estate, off Limuru Road, Nairobi City
Working Hours: 10am to 4:30 pm daily and closed on Mondays
Contacts: 0722 521870
Google Rating: 4.5 stars, (222 reviews)
6. Paradise Lost Kiambu
Paradise Lost in Kiambu is most suitable for outdoor group activities, especially when the weather is good. The venue offers a picnic ground for visitors where they can eat and even prepare meals like roasted meat. Paradise Lost also has activities like zip lining and boat riding.
Location: Kiambu Road Glory Road Paradise Lost Road
Working Hours: Open 24 hours
Contacts: 0725 885570
Google Rating: 4.2 stars, (938 reviews)
7. Pork Pit
The Pork Pit in Ruaka has grown in popularity, not just with the residents of Ruaka but with those living in Nairobi and Kiambu Road. The restaurant sells pork meals prepared in a variety of ways, including roasted meat and fried cuts. Their meat is served with the customer’s choice of side dishes. The restaurant is a fun way to spend your lunch with friends or an afternoon on the weekend.
Location: Limuru Road, Ruaka
Working Hours: 7 am to 10 pm daily
Contacts: 0706 110000
Google Rating: 4.3 stars, (1,525 reviews)
8. La Cascada Sports Bar and Gardens
La Cascada Sports Bar and Gardens is just the place for those who love watching sports with a group of their fellow fans. The venue is beautiful, with grassy lawns and outdoor seating space. They also serve tasty and affordable meals.
Location: Ruaka Road, Nairobi
Working Hours: Open 24 hours
Contacts: 0705 588015
Google Rating: 4.1 stars (929 reviews)
9. Valley Park Falls – Ruaka Bar, Lounge & Restaurant
If your idea of fun is a nice bar and restaurant where you can enjoy musical performances, try Valley Park Falls, a bar, lounge and restaurant in Ruaka. At this joint, visitors can enjoy music, watch their favourite artists, and also order a variety of meals from the restaurant. The lounge also serves alcoholic beverages for those who prefer to drink on a night out.
Location: Ruaka
Working Hours: Open 24 hours
Contacts: 0783 015321
Google Rating: 4.1 stars, (283 reviews)
10. Ruaka Falls
Waterfalls are a scenic natural feature and the county of Kiambu is home to many of these water bodies. Ruaka Falls is one of the falls in the area that attracts several visitors every week. Going to a waterfall and maybe laying out a picnic afterwards is a great way to spend time in nature.
Location: Ruaka
Working Hours: 8 am to 7pm daily
Contacts: 0705 588015
Google Rating: 4.6 stars (9 reviews)
Conclusion
You can always count on Ruaka for a variety of fun places to visit. Theme parks and amusement spaces are great for families with smaller children. The whole group can spend a day there and participate in an endless list of activities. For those who love outdoor spaces, Karura and places like Paradise Lost are perfect to visit on weekends. They offer airy spaces and a variety of fun activities to take part in.
Ruaka also has several great places to eat, one example from this list being the Pork Pit that is widely known in Ruaka and Nairobi. Malls like the Village Market and Two Rivers also have a long list of fun things to do alone or with friends.
