August 7th Memorial Park

Name: August 7th Memorial Park
Address: Junction of Moi Avenue, Nairobi, Kenya, KE
Telephone: +254 722 323302
Rating: 4.4

4.4(5177 reviews)

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A serene memorial park in the CBD built on the site of the 1998 embassy bombing, with well-kept lawns and knowledgeable guides who share personal stories of that day. It's a quiet, respectful space that offers real historical context.

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What this place offers

Wheelchair accessible

HoursOpen now

Monday6:00 AM – 6:00 PM

Tuesday6:00 AM – 6:00 PM

Wednesday6:00 AM – 6:00 PM

Thursday6:00 AM – 6:00 PM

Friday6:00 AM – 6:00 PM

Saturday6:00 AM – 6:00 PM

Sunday1:00 – 5:00 PM

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Junction of Moi Avenue, Nairobi, Kenya

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August 7th Memorial Park is located at Junction of Moi Avenue, Nairobi, Kenya, CBD, Nairobi.

August 7th Memorial Park has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars based on 5177 reviews.

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It's one of the places that has really had an impact on the knowledge of my country's history and how they built it up after the August 1998 bomb blast.A very chill place with so much to offer 💯💯

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Ciru Mungai

a month ago

It's very serene. I liked how well the lawns are cared for. The staff were also courteous and resourceful. For anyone looking for a quiet haven in the CBD, this is one.

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Mother.Nature

5 months ago

Definitely worth a visit. George was very accommodating and knowledgeable. I was grateful to know of the history, of all who were impacted, and of his personal experience on August 7th 1998.

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Soni

a year ago

A small park with trees, benches and well kept grass to sit and relax. All the trees are indigenous trees and they have all been labelled if you enjoy learning about trees. The benches all have a sayi...

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Steve P

a year ago

Located at the "corner" of a busy roundabout is located a small gated park. Surrounded by a wrought iron fence. The site of the old US embassy partially destroyed during the '98 bombing attack. The ma...

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