Timeline
17:47
Grab a quick bite of affordable African fare. KK Restaurant serves beef stew with managu or grilled tilapia and is open until 19:00, so you have plenty of time to eat before the sun sets at 18:47.
18:17
Walk to the Kenya National Theatre. Arrive early enough to find a good spot along Harry Thuku Road to watch the sky change color. The theatre borders the University of Nairobi and KBC, offering a clear view of the western horizon.
18:47
Watch the sunset. The sun sets toward the WSW at 18:47, casting a warm glow on the cultural centre.
19:07
End the evening with a drink at MAD HOUSE. It is a local pub on Koinange Street, just a short walk away. Note that it is only open from 15:30 to 20:00, so you must arrive before 20:00.
Local tip
KK Restaurant can be busy, but service is generally quick for takeout or casual dining. MAD HOUSE has specific opening hours, so do not arrive after 20:00 if you want to have a drink inside.
Check before you go
- KK Restaurant is open 06:00-19:00.
- MAD HOUSE is open 08:30-12:30 and 15:30-20:00.
Built from places in the Wikivoyage guide to Nairobi (CC BY-SA 4.0), with open map data from OpenStreetMap contributors (ODbL).