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Things to Do in Central Business District, Nairobi

Central Business District in Nairobi offers city panoramas from the Kenyatta International Conference Centre observation deck and handmade goods at the Maasai Market. There are coffee shops, restaurants, and cocktail bars throughout the area.

Central Business District in Nairobi offers city panoramas from the Kenyatta International Conference Centre observation deck and handmade goods at the Maasai Market. There are coffee shops, restaurants, and cocktail bars throughout the area.

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  • Kenyatta International Conference CentreKenyatta International Conference CentreObservation Deck
  • Jamia MosqueJamia MosqueFamous Mosque
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By TripSapien · Updated September 3, 2026

Top things to do in Central Business District

  • Maasai Market in Central Business District, Nairobi

    Maasai Market

    ★ 4.3 · 8.3k
    Market★

    Open-air marketplace featuring vendors selling colorful handmade jewelry, textiles & beaded bowls.

    Mon–Fri
    Closed
    Sat
    9:30 AM – 6 PM
    Sun
    9:30 AM – 6 PM
    Website ↗Book ↗Map ↗
  • Kenyatta International Conference Centre in Central Business District, Nairobi

    Kenyatta International Conference Centre

    ★ 4.5 · 10.0k
    Observation Deck★

    The KICC tower and helipad viewpoint give a clear city panorama from the CBD. Security and access rules can change, so check on arrival.

    Website ↗Map ↗
  • Jamia Mosque in Central Business District, Nairobi

    Jamia Mosque

    Famous Mosque

    mosque in Nairobi, Kenya

    Website ↗Book ↗
  • Kibangabooks: Kenyan And African Books in Central Business District, Nairobi

    Kibangabooks: Kenyan And African Books

    ★ 4.9 · 278
    Bookstore
    Mon–Fri
    8 AM – 7 PM
    Sat
    9 AM – 6 PM
    Sun
    9 AM – 6 PM
    Website ↗Map ↗
  • Valentine's Flowers Nairobi - Flowers, Gifts & Hampers in Central Business District, Nairobi

    Valentine's Flowers Nairobi - Flowers, Gifts & Hampers

    Chocolate Shop

    A flower delivery service that provides Valentine's Day bouquets and gifts to Nairobi, Kenya, with delivery options from the UK and USA.

    Mon–Fri
    8:30 AM – 5 PM
    Sat
    9 AM – 1 PM
    Sun
    Closed
    Website ↗Map ↗
  • House of Leather & Gifts Muindi Mbingu Street in Central Business District, Nairobi

    House of Leather & Gifts Muindi Mbingu Street

    ★ 4.4 · 702
    Specialty Store
    Every day
    9 AM – 6:30 PM
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  • Same Day Flower Shop in Central Business District, Nairobi

    Same Day Flower Shop

    ★ 4.9 · 950
    Market

    Same Day Flower Delivery Nairobi, a new and unique way to order and send flowers from local florists in Nairobi. For all occasions and expression, Birthday, Romantic, Get well, I am sorry, congratulations, funeral and much more.

    Mon–Fri
    9 AM – 5 PM
    Sat
    Closed
    Sun
    Closed
    Website ↗Map ↗

Where to eat & drink in Central Business District

  • CJ's in Central Business District, Nairobi

    CJ's

    ★ 4.6 · 11.5k
    Western· KES 1,000–3,000

    A modern and inviting dining establishment known for its diverse menu, including Tuscany chicken, Cajun red snapper, milkshakes, and chocolate fudge cake.

    Mon–Thu
    6 AM – 11 PM
    Fri
    6 AM – 12 AM
    Sat
    6 AM – 12 AM
    Sun
    6 AM – 11 PM
    Website ↗Map ↗
  • Kapital Coffee Town - CBD Standard Street in Central Business District, Nairobi

    Kapital Coffee Town - CBD Standard Street

    ★ 4.4 · 262
    Brunch· KES 1,000–1,500
    Mon–Fri
    6:30 AM – 9 PM
    Sat
    8 AM – 8 PM
    Sun
    9 AM – 8 PM
    Website ↗Map ↗
  • Artcaffé Restaurant Kenyatta Avenue in Central Business District, Nairobi

    Artcaffé Restaurant Kenyatta Avenue

    ★ 4.6 · 2.1k
    Coffee Shop· KES 500–3,000

    A spacious restaurant with a Manhattan vibe, known for its food, cocktails, and as a suitable environment for business meetings or remote work.

    Every day
    6:30 AM – 11 PM
    Website ↗Map ↗
  • Mwenda's Pub and cocktails in Central Business District, Nairobi

    Mwenda's Pub and cocktails

    ★ 4.4 · 1.9k
    Cocktail Bar· KES 500–1,000
    Every day
    3 PM – 11:30 PM
    Map ↗
  • Number 7 Cocktail bar in Central Business District, Nairobi

    Number 7 Cocktail bar

    ★ 4.3 · 1.7k
    Cocktail Bar· KES 1,000–3,000
    Mon–Fri
    9 AM – 3 AM
    Sat
    12 PM – 3 AM
    Sun
    Closed
    Map ↗
  • Java House - Mama Ngina St in Central Business District, Nairobi

    Java House - Mama Ngina St

    ★ 4.3 · 3.7k
    Coffee Shop· KES 500–2,000

    A spacious restaurant and coffee shop in Nairobi known for its coffee, burgers, samosas, cakes, omelettes, and grilled chicken sandwiches.

    Mon–Fri
    6:30 AM – 10 PM
    Sat
    7 AM – 9 PM
    Sun
    8 AM – 8 PM
    Website ↗Map ↗
  • Java House - Kimathi Street in Central Business District, Nairobi

    Java House - Kimathi Street

    ★ 4.3 · 3.2k
    Coffee Shop· KES 500–1,500

    A city-center restaurant known for its coffee, cinnamon cappuccino, vanilla cake, and a vibrant interior with bold art.

    Mon–Fri
    6:30 AM – 10 PM
    Sat
    7 AM – 9 PM
    Sun
    8 AM – 8 PM
    Website ↗Map ↗
  • Cafe AMKA in Central Business District, Nairobi

    Cafe AMKA

    ★ 4.7 · 491
    Café & Bakery· KES 1,000–3,000

    A cafe in Nairobi's CBD, known for its stylish interior, big TV display, coffee menu, butter croissants, and a variety of food and drinks.

    Every day
    6 AM – 12 AM
    Website ↗Map ↗
  • Valley Coffee Shake Restaurant in Central Business District, Nairobi

    Valley Coffee Shake Restaurant

    ★ 4.4 · 1.9k
    Coffee Shop· KES 500–2,500

    A restaurant located in Biashara Street within the CBD, it offers a diverse menu including pizzas, salads, breakfast, and various drinks like coffee, milkshakes, and juices.

    Mon–Fri
    9 AM – 5 PM
    Sat
    Closed
    Sun
    Closed
    Map ↗

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Map of Central Business District with pinned top attractions (1 through 10)
  1. 1Maasai Market
  2. 2Kenyatta International Conference Centre
  3. 3Jamia Mosque
  4. 4CJ's
  5. 5Kibangabooks: Kenyan And African Books
  6. 6Kapital Coffee Town - CBD Standard Street
  7. 7Artcaffé Restaurant Kenyatta Avenue
  8. 8Valentine's Flowers Nairobi - Flowers, Gifts & Hampers
  9. 9Mwenda's Pub and cocktails
  10. 10House of Leather & Gifts Muindi Mbingu Street

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