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Malindi Museum

4.1(476 reviews)
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Fascinating Museum highlighting the rich history of the Kenyan coast and journey to independence. Great insight into different coastal cultures with many exhibitions on the Mijikenda tribes.

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What this place offers

Wheelchair accessible

HoursClosed

Monday8:30 AM – 5:30 PM
Tuesday8:30 AM – 5:30 PM
Wednesday8:30 AM – 5:30 PM
Thursday8:30 AM – 5:30 PM
Friday8:30 AM – 5:30 PM
Saturday8:30 AM – 5:30 PM
SundayClosed

Google Reviews

4.1

Based on 476 reviews

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Lucy Pauline Johnsons

2 months ago

I really enjoyed visiting the Museum. It was fascinating learning about the different coastal cultures and their history — it gave great insight into the heritage and way of life along the coast. The...

JR

Julius Rajula

a month ago

The Kenyan Coast is steeped in rich history, deeply intertwined with the nation’s journey to independence. A visit to the National Museums of Kenya in Malindi offers a captivating window into this pas...

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njeri kariuki

a month ago

The place has many exhibitions on the mijikenda tribes. I loved that they have a wall on popular Kenyan archaeologist and there achievements. The tickets give allows you entry to Vasco da Gama pillar,...

GM

Giulio Menardi

4 months ago

It’s a beautiful place really chill and peaceful atmosphere, quite dull actually with the historical artefacts around in the museum. It is really quiet and peaceful, best for historians that enjoy chi...

PS

Paresh Shah

3 weeks ago

A historical experience about the origins of Malindi, it's diverse background and its present

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Malindi, Kenya
Malindi Town
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Malindi Museum is located at Malindi, Kenya, Malindi Town, Malindi.
Malindi Museum has an average rating of 4.1 out of 5 stars based on 476 reviews.

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