Gikomba Market Machakos

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Utawala

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Crowds gather early to haggle at this lively market known for second-hand clothes, shoes & gumboots.

Nairobi's legendary second-hand market where you can find everything from baby clothes to timber at throw-away prices. Get there early, bring patience for the crowds, and don't flash valuables—it's hectic but the deals are real.

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Monday9:00 AM – 5:00 PM

Tuesday9:00 AM – 5:00 PM

Wednesday9:00 AM – 5:00 PM

Thursday9:00 AM – 5:00 PM

Friday9:00 AM – 5:00 PM

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Kamukunji Road, Nairobi, Kenya

Utawala

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Gikomba Market Machakos is located at Kamukunji Road, Nairobi, Kenya, Utawala, Nairobi.

Gikomba Market Machakos has an average rating of 4.0 out of 5 stars based on 14220 reviews.

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My Visit to Gikomba Market: A Crowded Treasure Trove of Affordable Finds If you live in Nairobi or you’re visiting and love a good bargain, Gikomba Market is one place you simply can’t ignore. I rece...

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Village Elder Tours

2 years ago

This is the place you get to shop every from baby wear to adult wear. You can get groceries at affordable prices, I mean throw away prices. The hardware here are very many and you can source ever...

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Richard onyango

9 months ago

A place that welcomes all economical classes to trade all sorts of items with affordable prices. There are varieties of goods in all sections just within the market; kwa fish, kwa mitumba, kwa viatu ,...

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DANIEL OGOLA

4 years ago

The market is a conglomeration of various business within one locality. Famously known for second hand clothes but all other items can be found here. It's also known for the fish market with a new blo...

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jeff andeko

3 years ago

All under one open market for second materials. shopping is open and prices are determined through negotiation between buyer and the seller. You can find household equipment, clothes, kitchen ware, f...

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