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Nairobi: Travel guide, prices and free housing · 2026

Nairobi, is the capital and largest city of Kenya, located in the south-central part of the country.

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EntryPick a passportThe answer depends on the passport.
Places on the map30
Exchange rateKES 129.98per 1 $KES — the local currencyas of Nov 2, 2026
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Places on the map30

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Getting there and staying

2 sources · As of November 3, 2026
Source: TravelHub · OurAirports (public domain)

Visa and practicalities

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Safety and health

Safety · official adviceour data as of Nov 3, 2026
UK Foreign Office (FCDO)Avoid parts of the countryPart of the country is off limits entirely.
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Updated information about the Kenya-Ethiopia border (‘Regional risks’ page).

US State DepartmentLevel 3Think twice before you travel; weigh the reasons below.
  • crime
  • kidnapping
  • terrorism
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Reconsider travel to Kenya due to risk of health, crime, kidnapping, terrorism, unrest , and traffic safety . Some areas have increased risk. Read the entire Travel Advisory. The U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) has issued a Travel Health Notice for Ebola Bundibugyo Virus Disease for Kenya . The U.S.

Source: UK FCDO Foreign Travel Advice · US Department of State Travel Advisory

Getting here

Getting hereOurAirports (public domain)
Nairobi Wilson Airport WIL4.3 km from the centre
Jomo Kenyatta International Airport NBO13 km from the centre
Nanyuki Civil Airport NYK137 km from the centre
Cities of Kenya
Places in Nairobi
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