FREE printable luggage tags for the kids when you sign up for our newsletter! Plus we share our best travel tips!

By signing up you agree with our privacy policy and disclaimer.

Embark on Family Bliss: Nairobi's Top 10 Kid-Friendly Wonders Await You in 2024!

Discover the Magic of Nairobi with Our Updated 2024 Guide - Perfect for Family Memories!


  • If you are planning a trip to Nairobi with kids, you may want to have a list of activities to make sure that you keep everybody busy and happy. Here are some suggestions of family activities.


  • Elephant orphanage - This is a “must do” activity in Nairobi for kids. The orphanage is filled with baby elephants up to 2 years. Your kids will love to see them play in mud puddles. This is a responsible place where they truely love and care for the elephants.


  • Kazuri is another great place kids will love! They show the tradtional process of maing ceramics and beads here and there is lots of to see and learn. 


  •  Giraffe Center -Visitors can climb up on a stand and feed the giraffes. The center also offers a nature trail through a dry forest. Details on how to visit. This is a truely amazing once in a lifetime kind of experience! Do not miss it!

More Africa Travel Tips

More Things to do in Nairobi with Kids

local boy in Nairobi, Kenya
  • Carnivore restaurant -After feeding wild animals and walking through the parks, eating will be one of the next things to do in Nairobi. At the Carnivore restaurant, you can have dinner with skewers of crocodile or camel. Camel and donkey rides are also available on weekend. Book a table here.


  • Karting-If you’re tired of seeing animals, you may want to spend part of the day at GP Karting. You will be able to race with your kids in well-maintained and stable karts. A lot of fun and a lot of speed! This is a fun activity every kid loves!


  • The Village Market-This market is a large shopping, recreation and entertainment complex. It has an outdoor food court featuring African and International cuisine. The family can also enjoy the Market’s water slides. A great stop in Nairobi with kids.


  • Ol Peron Resort, Kitengela -The Resort is located at a small distance from Nairobi and is a nice educational venue with various activities. With wildlife and Safari rally tracks, visiting this resort is one of the fun things to do in Nairobi.


  • Nairobi Safari Walk is a great place for kids! Full of animals, the Safari Walk lets visitors discover what they can expect to see across the entire Kenyan country. When visiting you will explore Kenyas extensive animal life including the white rhino and even an albino zebra. Other animals you will see include the bongo, antelopes, primates and of course lions and other big cats!


See also:

Return to Top of Page


New! Comments

Nairobi Attractions