Kenya: what to see and travel guide
Kenya is the land of safaris: the Maasai Mara reserve, Amboseli with Kilimanjaro in the background, Nairobi and the beaches of Diani and Lamu. July to October is Great Migration season; January and February are also dry.
- Capital
- Nairobi
- Continent
- Africa
- Cities and towns in Turi
- 231
- Jan
- Feb
- Mar
- Apr
- May
- Jun
- Jul
- Aug
- Sept
- Oct
- Nov
- Dec
Main cities in Kenya
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- Kakamega
- Mombasa
- Nakuru
- Ruiru
- Eldoret
- Kisumu
- Kikuyu
- Thika
- Naivasha
World Heritage sites in Kenya
Some of the places in Kenya on UNESCO’s World Heritage List, from the best known down:
- Lamu
- Fort Jesus Museum
- Lake Nakuru
- Mount Kenya National Park
- Lake Turkana National Parks
- Lake Bogoria
- Lake Elmenteita
- Sacred Mijikenda Kaya Forests
What to eat in Kenya
- Nyama choma
- Ugali
- Chapati
How to plan your trip
Decide how many days you have and pick two or three areas per week at most. Check your passport, entry requirements and insurance before booking, and save the places you want to see so you do not miss any.
Frequently asked questions
What is the capital of Kenya?
The capital of Kenya is Nairobi.
Which cities should you visit in Kenya?
Some of the most important cities in Kenya are Nairobi, Kakamega, Mombasa, Nakuru, Ruiru. In Turi you can mark any of its 231 cities and towns.
When is the best time to visit Kenya?
The best months are usually January, February, July, August, September, and October.
What local food should you try in Kenya?
Some typical dishes of Kenya are Nyama choma, Ugali, Chapati.
What is there to see in Kenya?
Its best-known World Heritage sites include Lamu, Fort Jesus Museum, Lake Nakuru, Mount Kenya National Park, Lake Turkana National Parks.