GB Greenbus City Tours

Nairobi city tour

Single day trip

Nairobi: Historic and Modern Highlights City Walking Tour

See the key sights of Nairobi in a comfortable coach with a local guide.

Duration

Approx.

4 hours

Departure time

Local time

10:00

Meeting point

Pickup / start location

Pick up from central Nairobi hotels or Kenyatta Avenue meeting point

Nairobi: Historic and Modern Highlights City Walking Tour

Overview

Perfect for first-time visitors, this guided tour gives you an overview of Nairobi's history, culture, and everyday life.

What the package covers

Guided city tour with an English-speaking local guide. Transport in a comfortable coach or minibus. Short photo stops at key viewpoints. Learn some popular Swahili words used by locals. Buy souvenirs without negotiating at the cheapest fixed prices stores.

Important information

Hotel pickup is available from central Nairobi on request. Please bring a passport/valid ID and your digital ticket. Wear comfortable shoes and be prepared for changing weather.

About this activity

Duration

4 hours

Starting time

10:00

Meeting point

Pick up from central Nairobi hotels or Kenyatta Avenue meeting point

Live tour guide

English-speaking local guide in Nairobi.

Ticket type

Mobile or printed ticket accepted. PDF is sent after booking.

Group type

Small-group city tour suitable for first-time visitors.

Itinerary

Times and exact order may vary slightly depending on traffic and opening hours, but a typical route for this nairobi city tour looks like this:

  1. 10:00 AM

    Kencom / City Square – Meet your guide

    Meet your guide at a central pickup point in Nairobi, get a short briefing about the route and what to expect.

  2. 10:30 AM

    Kenyatta Avenue & CBD – City walk

    Walk past key landmarks in the city centre while your guide shares stories about Nairobi's history and everyday life.

  3. 11:15 AM

    Jamia Mosque area – Exterior visit

    Pause near Jamia Mosque or a similar landmark for photos and a short explanation from your guide (exterior only).

  4. 12:00 PM

    City Market or craft area – Market walk

    Explore a local market or craft area to see how people shop and work, with time for questions and optional browsing.

  5. 12:45 PM

    Café or park – Short break

    Optional refreshment break in a café or nearby park where you can buy drinks or snacks.

  6. 1:15 PM

    CBD drop-off – End of tour

    Return to the original meeting point or nearby CBD drop-off location and get suggestions for what to do next in Nairobi.