Things to do in Karen

Outings in and around Karen.

The farmhouse from 'Out of Africa', with gardens and views of the Ngong Hills.

See ceramic beads and pottery being shaped and painted by hand, then browse the shop.

A shady forest walk in Karen with a waterfall, a cave and a river. Good for a slow morning.

A mall around a lake-side lawn with restaurants and space for kids to run.

Nearby

Traditional homesteads from Kenya's communities and an afternoon dance show.

Feed Rothschild giraffes from a raised platform, then walk the nature trail.

A boardwalk through wetland and savannah, plus rescued animals up close. Easy with small kids.

Big trees, shaded paths and picnic lawns close to the city centre.

Art and Kenyan history in a colonial-era building at the city's 'Point Zero'.

Lions, rhinos and giraffes with the city skyline behind them. A real safari 20 minutes from town.

Old steam engines and carriages you can climb into, next to the railway station.

Walk the ridge of seven peaks with views over the Rift Valley and the city.

Watch orphaned baby elephants being fed and playing in the mud, inside Nairobi National Park.

Where Kenya's independence flag was first raised, with monuments and open lawns.