Holidays in Nairobi

An introduction to Nairobi

When it comes to Kenyan holidays, Nairobi might not be the first place you think of. But Kenya's bustling, cosmopolitan capital is a great place to spend some time before going on safari. In fact, holidays in Nairobi have a great deal more to offer than you might expect. For starters, it's one of the best places in East Africa for souvenir hunting, its colourful bazaars and lively markets overflowing with curios and hand crafted gifts. And there are plenty of places to eat out, from traditional family-run restaurants to up-market international eateries.

Bargain holidays and Nairobi are not often found in the same sentence. But it's by no means an expensive city. And the experience of visiting is well worth every penny. After all, you'll be following the footsteps of a long line of VIPs, celebs and royalty who have dropped in on this captivating corner of the world. For example, who can forget that nearby Treetops was where Princess Elizabeth was staying when she found out she was to become Queen?

Travel to Nairobi before you head off on safari and you'll enhance your holiday experience no end. As well as being the commercial and cultural centre of Kenya, it has a good selection of tourist attractions, including several fine museums. Believe it or not, it's also home to Africa's largest ice rink, not the type of attraction you would immediately associate with this part of the world!

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