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Sunset

Golden Light in the City

Catch the last light of day in Nairobi’s central green spaces.

Best time: sunsetAbout 90 min

Timeline

  1. 16:47

    KK Restaurant

    Grab a bite at KK Restaurant. Their economical African fare like beef stew with managu or grilled tilapia is a solid way to start the evening. The kitchen is open until 19:00, so you have plenty of time before the sun dips.

  2. 17:47

    Uhuru Park

    Walk over to Uhuru Park. It is a spacious park in the city centre with a monument and playground. The walk from the restaurant is short, and the open space gives you a clear view of the western horizon as the day winds down.

  3. 18:47

    Uhuru Park

    Watch the sunset. On 15 January the sun sets at 18:47 toward the WSW. The golden light starts around 18:18, casting a warm glow over the park and the city skyline.

  4. 19:32

    Jeevanjee Gardens

    End the evening at Jeevanjee Gardens. This open garden in the Central Business District is a quiet place to reflect after the sunset. It is a short walk from Uhuru Park, making it an easy final stop for the night.

Local tip

The park can get lively on weekends and national holidays, so expect more people if you visit then. Keep an eye on your belongings in the central area.

Check before you go

  • KK Restaurant is open from 06:00 to 19:00.
  • The sunset timing varies by date. On 15 January it is 18:47. Check the local sunset time for your specific travel date.

Built from places in the Wikivoyage guide to Nairobi (CC BY-SA 4.0), with open map data from OpenStreetMap contributors (ODbL).

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