Daniel Case · CC BY-SA 4.0
Nairobi
Kenya · NBO
A national park with lions on the city's doorstep.
About
Nairobi, is the capital and largest city of Kenya, located in the south-central part of the country. As of 2026, it has a population of 5.6 million and a metropolitan population of 15.95 million, making it the 8th most populous city in Africa and the 4th most populous metropolitan area. The city goes beyond its borders and has expanded into neighbouring counties, making it the 4th largest metropolitan area in Africa.
Source: Wikipedia — Nairobi (CC BY-SA)
Known for
- nature · excellent
- affordability · good
- dining · good
- family friendly · good
- nightlife · good
- sightseeing · good
Ratings reviewed by a person, not generated.
Weather through the year
- Jan80°F9d wet
- Feb82°F7d wet
- Mar82°F14d wet
- Apr78°F25d wet
- May76°F18d wet
- Jun74°F8d wet
- Jul74°F4d wet
- Aug75°F7d wet
- Sep78°F7d wet
- Oct80°F13d wet
- Nov77°F21d wet
- Dec77°F16d wet
Monthly averages from long-run climate normals. Bars compare months here, not places.
Things to do
3 days Masai Mara on Private 4x4 Land CruiserFrom $3,360 · 5.0/5Book with Viator →
Nairobi Park Wildlife SafariFrom $400 · 5.0/5Book with Viator →
Masai Mara 3 Days Tour Safari Private 4WD LandcruiserFrom $1,950 · 5.0/5Book with Viator →
6 Days Masai Mara, Lake Nakuru and Amboseli Budget Group SafariFrom $1,436 · 5.0/5Book with Viator →
5 Days Maasai mara, Lake Nakuru, samburu private lodge safariFrom $4,143 · 5.0/5Book with Viator →
Masai Mara 3 Days Luxury Tented SafariFrom $2,515 · 5.0/5Book with Viator →
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Plan the trip
Fly into Jomo Kenyatta International Airport (NBO), about 6.1 mi away.
Nearby destinations
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