Nairobi: Gikomba Market and Downtown Walking Tour

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Explore Nairobi’s Gikomba Market and Downtown on a guided walking tour. Discover the city’s vibrant street life, colonial architecture, and local culture with a passionate local guide.

Highlights

  • Immerse yourself in the vibrant energy of Nairobi's Gikomba Market
  • Explore the bustling streets of Downtown Nairobi with a local guide
  • Discover the city's colonial architecture, murals, and modern hustle
  • Learn about Nairobi’s evolution from a railway town to a regional powerhouse
  • Capture incredible photos of Nairobi’s color, fashion, and humanity

Description

Begin your adventure in Downtown Nairobi, tracing its colonial streets, historic buildings, and buzzing urban energy. Walk past landmarks like City Market, Kencom, and Tom Mboya Street, guided by a passionate local storyteller who’ll help you decode Nairobi’s rhythm, slang, and charm. Then, head into Gikomba Market, East Africa’s largest open-air thrift market. Dive into the world of “mtumba” — second-hand fashion that has become a movement. See traders sorting bales, vendors calling out prices, and clients bargaining with unmatched energy. Explore Gikomba Market, where thousands of Nairobians find unique fashion treasures and bargains. Walk through Downtown Nairobi to see the city’s colonial architecture, murals, and modern hustle. Bargain like a local or simply take in the scenes — guided safely through all sections. Try samosas, bhajias, sugarcane juice, or African tea. Your guide shares local expressions, trade secrets, and street life etiquette. Get incredible photo opportunities of Nairobi’s color, fashion, and humanity.

Includes

Professional English-speaking guide Bottled water Hotel pick-up and drop-off (CBD, Westlands, Kilimani, South B) Safety briefing & photography assistance Cultural storytelling and translation where needed

Important Information

  • Optional street food tasting available at extra cost Optional pickup supplement for JKIA or Syokimau at +$20 total per booking

Easy cancellation

Annulation jusqu’à 24 heures à l’avance pour un remboursement intégral

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