Nairobi Historical, Heritage and Cultural Walk!

The tour lasts 2 hours

Available in English

Description

The culture and heritage of the Kenyan people is displayed in various ways around the city. This is through architecture, the way of life as well as the political environment. We will take you on a journey through the growth of the City from a papyrus swamp to a metropolis and Kenya's capital. Visit Nairobi's Gallery, a colonial monument Which was used for native affairs and administration for a briefing ; Walk down Kenyatta Avenue pointing out monuments which includes, Nairobi's focal point, major streets and the history on naming, colonial buildings and banks. Make a stop over at Sarova Stanley the oldest hotel in Nairobi where you will learn a lot about the hospitality growth and royal visits to Kenya. Finally this tour takes you to KICC helipad for a panoramic view. At the end of the tour you will have learned about the country, its people and its culture.

Guide: Amos

Guiding since 2020

I am passionate about telling the story of my city, my culture and heritage. I am a tourism and travel professional with vast experience in tour guiding and destination exploration. I have built my experience aiding diverse travellers to enjoy my destination through our tailor-made tours. Our tours range from cultural to architecture views, to culinary experience to night life. We make your visit to Nairobi enjoyable and memorable.

6 stops

2.4 km walking

2 hours

Meeting point:Nairobi GalleryI will be at the Nairobi Gallery, at the junction of Kenyatta Avenue and Uhuru HighwayOpen in Google Maps →

Outside visit

Kenyatta Avenue Uhuru Highway RoundaboutThis is the principle street in Nairobi with Colonial Monuments which tells the history of Nairobi

Outside visit

The Galton-Fenzi MemorialThis is Nairobi's miliary stone and the current Point Zero, where all distances are measured from

Outside visit

City MarketOldest Market in the Central Business District, a market for crafts and Souvenirs.

6 stops

2.4 km walking

2 hours

Meeting point:Nairobi GalleryI will be at the Nairobi Gallery, at the junction of Kenyatta Avenue and Uhuru HighwayOpen in Google Maps →

Outside visit

Kenyatta Avenue Uhuru Highway RoundaboutThis is the principle street in Nairobi with Colonial Monuments which tells the history of Nairobi

Outside visit

The Galton-Fenzi MemorialThis is Nairobi's miliary stone and the current Point Zero, where all distances are measured from

Outside visit

City MarketOldest Market in the Central Business District, a market for crafts and Souvenirs.

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4.81

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4.87

Route

4.80

Free tours don't have a fixed price. At the end, each person contributes to the guide the amount they consider fair based on their satisfaction. As a guideline, Guruwalk recommends between €15 and $50 per participant.

Accessibility

Suitable for people with reduced mobility.

Groups

Does not accept large group bookings.

Pets

Not suitable for bringing pets.

Minimum attendees

Requires a minimum of 5 people to conduct the tour.

Additional costs

The tour requires payment for entries or additional expenses.

Free cancellation

If you cannot attend the tour, please cancel the reservation, otherwise the guide will be waiting for you.