City: Nairobi
Top Things to do in Nairobi
10 Gift & Specialty Shops in Nairobi That You Shouldn't Miss
Known as the safari capital of Africa, Nairobi is an energetic, modern city that serves as a fascinating introduction to both wildlife and nightlife. Music clubs pulse with life, shops and markets bustle, and a mélange of restaurants will tempt your palate in this former Maasai watering hole. Top sights include the Karen Blixen Museum, Giraffe Centre and the black rhinos of Nairobi National Park. The compact city center is safe to walk in and taxis make other areas accessible.
Restaurants in Nairobi
1. Penny Winter Boutique
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5.0 based on 2 reviews
2. Victorious Bone crafts
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5.0 based on 2 reviews
Victorious is a corporate group based in kibera slums with mission to end poverty through waste by creating handmade African crafts.
3. The DIY Studio
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5.0 based on 1 reviews
The DIY Studio is a communal establishment where people with shared interests, especially in DIY (Do It Yourself) and crafting, can gather to work on projects while sharing ideas, equipment, supplies and knowledge. This space, designed and dedicated to hands-on creativity, allows people to enter with an idea and leave with a complete project.'
4. Anselm's Kitengela Hot Glass
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4.5 based on 98 reviews
Kitengela Hot Glass - Anselm's glass studio, is located in a planetarium dome off the beaten track on the edge of the Nairobi National Park near Ongata Rongai. Open 7 days a week, with continuous glassblowing, 0800-1630 Tues to Sat & 0900-1300 Sun & Mon), visitors can watch as the skilled craftsmen create blown & cast objects & make beads from recycled glass, as well as crafting chandeliers, furniture & panels of light & colour for architectural installations in an eco-friendly space. There is a small café serving snacks, tea, coffee & homemade icecream. Enjoy an ambiance of humming creativity & bustling industry as you relax, shop & soak in the natural beauty of this extraordinary place. The road is all weather, if quite rough in places for the last km. App based taxi services will bring you here (abt 1 hr from Nbi) but see our staff about organising a return trip immediately on arrival if sending ur ride away. There is another glass company next door that is not affiliated. Welcome!
Reviewed By Journey53431048682
We walked here after eating lunch at Rolf's Place, about a mile and a half away. The artisans move as if choreographed, but their movements come from long practice. Also take in his mom's retail place within 500 feet. Suggest 3 hours for this tour.
5. Amani ya Juu
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4.5 based on 52 reviews
Reviewed By joyhner
My favourite meal is chicken Akatongo salad. It was delicious from the first bite to the last. The portion is just enough and at an affordable price. Will definitely go back for more!
6. Utamaduni Craft Centre
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4.5 based on 145 reviews
Utamaduni is the best African artisan market in Nairobi. Perfectly located in the leafy suburb of Langata the shop is easy to drop into on you way to some of the exciting venues in Nairobi such as the David Sheldrick Wildlife Trust or the Giraffe Centre. You can sit in the beautiful garden with refreshments and then wind your way through a treasure trove of shops, with friendly staff to assist and help pack or ship if needed. Make sure you make Utamaduni a part of your Kenya holiday itinerary.
Reviewed By carlyep_12 - Portland, United States
I have to admit - I found myself beginning to yell back at vendors yelling "Come into my shop and look around" by saying "Why? It's the same junk as every other store...." Thank goodness I found my way to the Utamaduni Craft Center. Some actually unique items, fair prices, and much better quailty than the norm. My treasure - a piece of indigo dyed fabric with a pattern that had been done shibori-style using straw for thread. It was the only one there, but who knows what you might find on another day. Lots of other things I would have loved to have brought home.
7. Spinners Web Kenya
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4.5 based on 103 reviews
Best of hand made in Sub Saharan Africa. One stop shop for your Home decor, Gifts, Apparel, Souvenirs, cafe, and much more.
Reviewed By poaftf - Washington DC, United States
Tons of great items from 100s of vendors. A terrific (and relaxing) shopping experience. HIGHLY RECOMMENDED. And they have a nice cafe/lunch spot in the middle too. Don't miss it.
8. Matbronze Wildlife Art
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4.5 based on 38 reviews
Reviewed By MichiganLaurena
This is the first time in my 9 trips to Kenya, that I've visited Matbronze. A friend told me about it. The grounds are wonderful to walk about. They have a variety of bronze sculptures, which can run from $18 (tiny elephant) up to thousands of dollars. Since I was carrying these home in my bags, I only bought a couple of items but they do ship. They also have jewelry, notecards. In addition, they have a nice restaurant area. Their pastries looked yummy but since I was having lunch, I restrained myself. They have a variety of coffees and softdrinks which we did have. Their food menu looked great too. Will definitely return.
9. Ocean Sole (Flip the Flop)
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4.5 based on 12 reviews
Reviewed By 126beverleyb - Deal, United Kingdom
This is an innovative establishment that recycles fitflops to make multicoloured African animals, large and small, new shoe soles and so much more.You can see the workshop as well as purchasing the final products.
10. Langata Link Shops
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4.0 based on 12 reviews
If you’re looking to spend a relaxing, fun morning or afternoon then “Karibu Langata Link Shops”. With our collection of original and thoughtful gifts that will really make you and your loved ones smile. From nourishing natural skin care products and candles, to a stylish range of home-ware, accessories, jewelry, clothes, leather products and kids toys. All our suppliers are carefully selected by us for their variety of products, their quality and craftsmanship as well as their commitment to natural and sustainable products. We also love working with smaller, local producers such as Kawangware Street Children who provide us with our handmade, eco friendly packing bags. After perusing around our boutique shop, sit back, relax and enjoy a delicious coffee or healthy bite at the Tin Roof Café, while your children enjoy our outdoor play area. Ideally located just minutes from the Giraffe Centre, the Sheldrick Elephant Orphanage, Nairobi Park, and Karen Blixen Museum to name just a few!
Reviewed By meganjoy007 - Minneapolis, United States
If you are looking for unique Kenyan made goods… not the type you find at every souvenir shop between the airport and your hotel… this is the place to go. We enjoyed exploring the shops and having a healthy lunch at the café.
