Nairobi is perfect for those who are seeking the natural and the cosmopolitan at the same place. Filled with natural parks, a vibrant culture, educating museums, top-notch restaurants as well as exciting nightlife, Nairobi works its charm with almost all kinds of visitors including honeymooners and families.
Any mention of popular tourist attractions in Nairobi is incomplete without the Nairobi National Park. The national park boasts over 400 species of birds and is home to many animals including lions, giraffes and black rhinos. The Nairobi Safari Walk is one of the top-recommended experiences to be had in the Nairobi National Park. Some of the best museums containing artefacts prominent to the history, nature and culture of the region are the Nairobi National Museum, Nairobi Gallery, Nairobi Railway Museum, and the Karen Blixen Museum. Other attractions that see many regular visitors in Nairobi are Hell's Gate National Park, Uhuru Gardens, Nairobi Railway Museum, Jamia Mosque, Giraffe Centre and Ngong Hills.
Nairobi has a diverse population in terms of ethnicity, a fact that reflects in its cuisine. You will find traditional Ethiopian, Indian as well as Thai cuisines, all flourishing and attracting travellers to its various restaurants. Be sure, however, to try Habesha for Ethiopian, Chow Down for Indian, Soi for Thai and Talisman for fusion food. Some of the most popular things that tourists buy in Nairobi as souvenirs are Maasai Beads, Kitengela Glass, Beaded Bowls, Hand-Carved Wooden Sculptures, traditional Kikois and Khangas as well as hand-woven baskets. Some of the popular markets for shopping in Nairobi are Utamaduni, African Heritage Design Company, the City Market, Atul's, Spinners Web as well as Masaai markets on various days of the week.
