Nairobi National Museum
Weather :
Label : Great For Family Outing
Tags : Museum
Timings : 8.30 AM - 5.30 PM
Entry Fee : Citizen: Adult - Ksh 200, Child - Ksh 100
Resident: Adult - Ksh 600, Child - Ksh 400
Non-Resident: Adult - $9, Child - $4.53
Facilities : Wheelchair accessible, restroom, parking lot, entrance, and elevator available
Food Facility : Vogue Cafe on the museum premise
Planning a Trip? Ask Your Question
National Museum, Nairobi Overview
The Nairobi National Museum, founded in 1929, is an important place in Kenya where you can learn about the country's four pillars - history, culture, and natural heritage. You can explore exhibits and collections that show Kenya's diverse identity, including its long history of human civilization and the amazing wildlife and landscapes found here.
The Nairobi National Museum has several permanent galleries, such as The Cradle of Humankind and The History of Kenya, where you can learn about different aspects of Kenya's heritage. It also has temporary exhibitions that change regularly, offering new experiences for visitors.
The museum has over 900 specimens of birds, mammals, and fossils from Lake Turkana, showing Kenya's diverse wildlife. You can also see beautiful artworks, rocks, and minerals, and learn about geological forces like volcanoes and earthquakes. Near the museum, there's a botanical garden with medicinal plants and a snake house, making your visit even more interesting.
Must Know Before You Visit National Museum
Snake Park : Buy combination tickets to Nairobi National Museum and Snake Park as it is more cost-effective.
Top Hotel Collections
Top Hotels Near National Museum
National Museum Reviews
Have a Question on National Museum?
experience.