The Nairobi Arboretum
About
Tranquil locale featuring various species of trees, plus picnic areas & natural scenery.
Pack your picnic and leave the plastics at home—this 30-hectare green lung in the middle of Nairobi is where you go to forget the chaos. Perfect for morning runs, dog walks, or just lying under a tree with a book.
Highlights
- Wheelchair accessible
HoursOpen now
Google reviews
- Tommy K.Google review · 25 Jan 2026
It offers a serene environment for hiking picnics and even walk, It is pet friendly and they have good stuff It has beautiful sceneries I would advise any day anytime
- Nehema N.Google review · 13 Jan 2026
Such a serene environment! It is a nice place to take walks, run, excercise, chill or have a picnic! Avoid carrying one use plastics because they contribute to the pollution problem. If you're planning to carry food or water, ensure to package in re-usable containers.
- ClydeGoogle review · 24 Nov 2025
The Arboretum is a very nice place to visit with different path ways you can venture down. A great place to visit when you want to get aways from Nairobi's hustle and bustle.
- Jakes M.Google review · 17 Nov 2025
A cool place to spend time. For a minute, you'll forget you're within the chaotic city. Just ensure you carry no plastics when visiting the place
- BreynifyGoogle review · 5 Nov 2025
Lovely garden. A place of peace in the city. Lovely trees and grassy areas. Sit, picnic, play, run or walk. Do it all
Location
Kilimani Arboretum Rd, off State House Rd, Nairobi, Kenya
Kilimani
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