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Nairobi Literary & Cultural Tour with Local Author Muthoni Maina

Location Nairobi, Kenya
$40
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Overview

What if your Nairobi tour was led by someone who has written about it?
Join local author Muthoni Maina for a literary and cultural walking tour of Kenya's capital.
Visit independent bookshops, historic libraries, theatres, and cultural landmarks while exploring the stories, writers, and ideas that have shaped the city across generations.

• A tour led by published local author Muthoni Maina
• Visit bookshops, libraries, theatres, and cultural landmarks
• Explore Kenya's literary and cultural heritage
• Discover the stories behind the city, not just the sights
• Receive a curated reading list of Kenyan literature

This is more than sightseeing. It's a conversation led by someone who lives and writes in Nairobi.
Art & Lit Tour- Pay Entry Fees
Tour guide
Language: English
Human tour guide
Duration: 2 hours 30 minutes

  • Snacks
  • Nairobi Gallery
  • KICC Observation Tower

Meeting point
We’ll meet outside Carrefour at St. Ellis Tower, located along Wabera Street in the heart of downtown Nairobi. It’s just a short walk from Kenyatta Avenue and opposite the Hilton Arcade. Look for: the glass-fronted entrance of St. Ellis Tower and the Carrefour supermarket sign.
Return details
We’ll meet outside Carrefour at St. Ellis Tower, located along Wabera Street in the heart of downtown Nairobi. It’s just a short walk from Kenyatta Avenue and opposite the Hilton Arcade. Look for: the glass-fronted entrance of St. Ellis Tower and the Carrefour supermarket sign.

  • Visit one of Nairobi’s oldest libraries, a historic landmark and a quiet space in the heart of downtown.
  • The home of African books.
  • Pass by Kenya’s oldest university and see the heart of academic life in the city.
  • Kenya National Theatre
    See where local performers, musicians, and actors bring Kenyan stories to life.
  • Located in the heart of the city, the Alliance Française de Nairobi is a hub for language, culture, and creativity. The centre regularly hosts art exhibitions, film screenings, and performances celebrating both Kenyan and Francophone culture.
  • Nairobi Gallery
    Visit “Point Zero,” the exact spot where the city of Nairobi was founded and from which all road distances in Kenya were traditionally measured.
  • Kenyatta International Conference Center
    Visit one of Nairobi’s most recognisable landmarks, known for its circular design inspired by traditional African huts.

  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
  • Not recommended for pregnant travelers
  • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
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    Nairobi Literary & Cultural Tour with Local Author Muthoni Maina

    Location Nairobi, Kenya
    $40
    This is an experience gift voucher. The recipient will book the experience after they redeem the gift voucher.
    How it works?
    01 You choose from 10,000+ experience gifts
    02 We deliver the eVoucher or the Physical box to the recipient
    03 Recipient books the experience and creates unforgettable memories!

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