Tag: Nairobi
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The Best Restaurants in Nairobi
There are so many incredible restaurants in Nairobi, it can be a bit overwhelming to pick one. Do you go for casual burgers or fine dining? Do you want to try Eritrean food for the first time, or stick to some good ol’ pasta? Or maybe you don’t feel like risking a traffic jam traveling…
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Yoga in Nairobi | The Best Studios and Classes in Every Neighbourhood
You won’t struggle to find someone teaching yoga in Nairobi. The practice has become incredibly popular in recent years, with studios and teachers hosting classes in every neighbourhood in the city. Whether you’re a seasoned yogi or you just want to try it out for the first time, use this guide to find classes near…
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Best Gyms in Nairobi with Prices – Updated for 2022
In recent years, finding affordable gyms in Nairobi has gotten a lot easier. Some older gyms are still incredibly overpriced. But modern gyms are popping up all over the city. Even better, they offer excellent classes to suit everything style of fitness – from CrossFit and Muay Thai, to yoga and pole dancing. This guide…
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Nairobi CBD Guide
Nairobi CBD is more than just old office buildings, crowded streets, and pickpockets. The traditional Central Business District is also home to many of the best – but overlooked – restaurants, art galleries, and museums in Nairobi. If you come here on the weekend – when the office workers and government officials have all gone…
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Transport in Nairobi: A Beginner’s Guide
Transport in Nairobi is a work-in-progress and has been for many, many years. The city has grown far beyond its initial design. Traffic in Nairobi is horrible. A walking distance of about an hour could take you hours on the road. For example, I take at least an hour to get to Nairobi’s Central Business…
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Is Nairobi Safe? Tips for Residents and Tourists
Is Nairobi safe? As a lifelong Nairobian, I Would Say: yes, absolutely. Compared to other African cities, Nairobi is far safer. But against some European and American cities, maybe less so. Kenya’s capital is not perfect. In fact, Nairobians have nicknamed the city Nairobery, on account of how common petty theft and pickpocketing are in certain areas. …
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Karura Forest, Nairobi | The Complete Guide
Karura Forest is a vast, peaceful urban forest just a few minutes out of Nairobi City Centre. It breathes life and provides an escape for residents of the rapidly growing and industrializing “City in the Sun.” The forest has space for plenty of outdoor fitness activities. The forest has fields for ball games and yoga;…
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Kilimani Neighbourhood Guide | The Best Restaurants, Bars, Shopping, and More.
Originally established as a whites-only neighbourhood in the 1950s, after independence, Kilimani became popular with upper-class Kenyans looking for a quiet area close to Westlands and the CBD. For decades, Kilmani consisted of low-density housing (cottages, townhouses, family homesteads), schools, and small businesses. However, in the 1990s zoning regulations in Kilimani were changed to allow…
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Karen Neighbourhood Guide | Where to shop, eat, and everything else you need
In the past, if you’d asked me to describe Karen, I probably would have just listed all the ways it represents class, inequality, and the legacy of colonialism in Kenya. All of which are valid issues that need to be addressed. But now that I’ve actually lived there, I’ve learned to love Karen. The sprawling…
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Nairobi Facebook Groups and Meet Ups
There’s always something happening in Nairobi. But if you’ve just moved here, it can be a bit overwhelming and tough to navigate. Finding people with similar interests and making friends is the best way to experience Nairobi, while overcoming any obstacles you encounter. The Facebook groups and online communities listed below will help you navigate…