Cathedral Basilica of the Holy Family
Ranked in Best Cultural Sites in Nairobi
About
The most beautiful church in Nairobi with intricate original glasswork and architecture that stops you in your tracks. Multiple morning masses make it accessible, and the modern parking facility makes visiting the CBD location hassle-free.
Highlights
- Wheelchair accessible
HoursOpen now
Google reviews
- Hawi O.Google review · 15 Jan 2026
Came for the parking. Secure. Well lit. Overall fantastic place to park when in CBD. The rates are high for a 1 hour parking though.
- Manny F.Google review · 29 Oct 2025
The biggest church in Nairobi, still have the original glass work. A nice and peaceful place.
- Gloria D.Google review · 25 Sep 2025
This is the most beautiful Church I've entered in so far. The beauty and intricacy fonhe architecture and art was breathtaking. I particularly loved how they have so many Masses in the morning, I was beautiful to be among so many reverent faithful. I attended Swahili Mass at 6:15 am in September, although I do not understand Swahili, I had no time to attend the English Mass that happens immediately after due to personal time constraints but I am sure it would have been just as beautiful.
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- Odhiambo O.Google review · 17 Jul 2025
I recently used this public parking space in Nairobi, and overall, I was quite satisfied. The location is convenient, especially for anyone running errands or attending meetings in the nearby area. Security seemed reliable, with attendants on-site and proper monitoring—which gave me peace of mind about leaving my vehicle.
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- Alice K.Google review · 22 Feb 2021
The Holy Family Basilica parking is very modern. Before you get to the premise you are able to know how many parking spaces are left as they have a board hang outside showing the spaces remaining. The security check is even way better as it you put what you are carrying asides and it passed through scanners. Then next to it they have a body scanner that you get into a tube like space, that has clear glass and it closes and after a second the body search is done. It is better because it is non-intrusive( no one is touching you). The parking has modern lights that sense movement and lit up the place. The lights make the parking lot well lit, there are air conditioners so the place is not stuffy or smelly. It is also very secure as there guards on sight and very quiet. It is also very well organized and has basement floors for ample parking. The payment is also affordable and convenient as on every floor there is a machine for making payment and you can also use Mpesa by using USSD code. Generally the parking is best thing to happen to Nairobi and 5-stars worthy.
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Location
02 Koinange St, Nairobi, Kenya
CBD
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