Nairobi Airport Layover: Full-Day Nairobi National Museum Guided Tour
Highlights
Nairobi
cultural, historical, museums
Group Tour
1 Day
Easy
English
Description
Explore Nairobi National Museum, a captivating journey through Kenya's culture, nature, and history. Discover fossils at the Early Man gallery, wildlife exhibits with elephants and giraffes, and cultural artifacts from diverse Kenyan communities. Conclude with souvenirs from the curio shop and refreshments at the on-site cafe, all conveniently close to Nairobi's city center.
Itinerary
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Nairobi National Museum
- The tour starts by picking you up from your Nairobi Hotel or airport. It then proceeds to the Nairobi National Museum, the most popular gallery in the country. Situated on Museum Hill, about five minutes by road from the city centre, visitors can take a tour upon landing en route to other towns in the country.
- Additionally, this tour can conclude your safari in Kenya by allowing you to learn about the country in one venue. Whichever time you visit, this gallery's many features and attractions will be your holiday highlight. The collections here focus on four themes: culture, nature, history and contemporary art. Therefore, you have four sections to visit, packed with exciting pieces and sufficient information. Nature in this gallery offers a collection of birds and animals found in Kenya.
- One section has large stuffed mammals, such as an elephant and a giraffe. Walking to the history section, you take a trip to prehistoric times. Archaeological finds by Louis Leakey include fossils of man and other creatures that explain Kenya as the Cradle of Mankind. The exhibits came from different parts of the country, such as Magadi and Turkana. This section is the Early Man gallery.
- You will have an amazing time learning about the culture and people of this country through collections from different communities. The auditorium, which can accommodate 300 people, hosts various concerts and shows. You might have the opportunity to socialize with other enthusiasts. The Nairobi National Museum also features a curio shop with artifacts and items that would make excellent souvenirs. Families with children will enjoy the experience, and when everyone gets tired and hungry, the on-site café offers great treats for the whole family. The Nairobi National Museum is open daily.
- After a day in the city's heat, head back to the airport to catch your flight home.
What's Included
What's Excluded
Meeting Point
Cancellation Policy
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For cancellations upto 2 days before the tour -
Refund of 80% of the tour price.