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Nyayo Monument

3.9(24 reviews)
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About

A monument honoring Kenya's second president and his 'Nyayo' (footsteps) philosophy. Check ahead before visiting as it's occasionally closed for maintenance — when open, it's a quiet spot to reflect on Kenya's political history.

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What this place offers

Wheelchair accessible

HoursOpen now

Monday8:00 AM – 7:00 PM
Tuesday8:00 AM – 7:00 PM
Wednesday8:00 AM – 7:00 PM
Thursday8:00 AM – 7:00 PM
Friday8:00 AM – 7:00 PM
Saturday8:00 AM – 7:00��PM
Sunday8:00 AM – 7:00 PM

Google Reviews

3.9

Based on 24 reviews

AV

Armani Valentino

8 months ago

I visit this place but it was closed at the time I went by. online Google said that it was still open, however when I got there there was a huge fence around it and the guards told me that it was not...

YK

Yovel Kivoi

7 years ago

It is a cool with less noise... suitable for relaxing

GO

George Ouko

6 years ago

This was put up for the memory of second President of Kenya whose slogan was "Nyayo" which meant he was to follow the footsteps of his predecessor the late Founding father of the Nation Kenya, Preside...

DL

DAVID LEKOPIEN

6 years ago

This is located in Nairobi and it is a place to chill and take a photo and be careful of the environment.It was not so safe especially in the evening

PO

Peter Owiti

8 years ago

A historical monument set during the KANU era thus the name 'nyayo'. This is a chiling zone to all including visitors and has great photography spots.

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Location

Kenyatta Avenue, junction, Uhuru Hwy, Nairobi, Kenya
CBD
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Nyayo Monument is located at Kenyatta Avenue, junction, Uhuru Hwy, Nairobi, Kenya, CBD, Nairobi.
Nyayo Monument has an average rating of 3.9 out of 5 stars based on 24 reviews.

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