Lamu Museum

Name: Lamu Museum
Address: Faza Kenyatta Rd Lamu, KE
Telephone: +254 42 463373
Rating: 4.2

4.2(306 reviews)

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Sprawling open-air market serving Dagoretti and beyond with everything from fresh vegetables to household goods. It's chaotic, crowded, and where locals shop when they want bulk prices and negotiable rates. Go prepared to haggle.

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What this place offers

Wheelchair accessible

HoursOpen now

Monday8:00 AM – 5:00 PM

Tuesday8:00 AM – 5:00 PM

Wednesday8:00 AM – 5:00 PM

Thursday8:00 AM – 5:00 PM

Friday8:00 AM – 5:00 PM

Saturday8:00 AM – 5:30 AM

Sunday8:00 AM – 5:30 PM

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4.2

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Lamu Museum is located at Faza Kenyatta Rd Lamu, Lamu, Lamu.

Lamu Museum has an average rating of 4.2 out of 5 stars based on 306 reviews.

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KES 2,580

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This experience offers a remarkable journey back in time to the era of the sultans, providing deep insight into their culture, lifestyle, and values. Through real archaeological excavations and well-p...

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Justin Lui

3 months ago

It cost 550 KES (to get in) and it’s probably a 4 star overall. The second floor is about OMAN (who gave them money to update the space) and less about Kenya. You’ll spend about 1-2 hours. I think it...

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Mwaniki Nyaga

a year ago

Lamu Museum is arguably the most contemporary museum in the country and definitely the only one in Lamu. Recently renovated with help from the Sultanate of Oman, the museum takes on a monochrome theme...

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Jaime Rodríguez

a month ago

Nice place, very interesting about Lamu history and Swahili culture. I would like that there were a single ticket to enter all the Lamu cultural places (Fort, museum, Swahili house) bc there are many...

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Sanada Ng'endo

10 months ago

Lamu Museum: A Must-See in Lamu! I had a fantastic experience at the Lamu Museum. The museum offers a great insight into the rich history and culture of Lamu. I visited on a weekend and was pleased th...

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