Latte art featuring a heart design in a cup on a wooden table with a spoon beside it.
The price in Nairobi for a cup of

cappuccino

14-61 SEK

Bright yellow taxi driving down a narrow, bustling street lined with parked cars and apartment buildings, with a scenic hillside in the background.
One hour

taxi ride

14-65 SEK

Nairobi's nearest airports

Jomo Kenyatta International Airport (NBO)

Wilson Airport (WIL)

Three giraffes eating from a tree in a national park in Nairobi, Kenya

Currency information

In Kenya and Nairobi, you pay with Kenyan shillings, KES. Means of payment accepted are both cash and card.

Most used means of payment

Cash

Primary currency in Kenya
Alternative currency

Plan your trip to Nairobi

With FOREX, you can prepare and plan your trip to Nairobi through services such as currency exchange, booking experiences and activities, as well as finding flights and travel insurance. Nairobi, Kenya's capital, offers an exciting mix of modern urban development and wild nature. Here you can experience everything from safari parks and national parks to bustling markets and historical sites. The local food culture also gives you the opportunity to explore flavors from all over Africa.

Things to Do in Nairobi

Embark on a safari adventure in Nairobi National Park, where you can see lions, giraffes, and other wildlife just a short distance from the city center. Explore Nairobi's cultural sites such as the Karen Blixen Museum and the Bomas of Kenya, or stroll through the bustling markets to experience the city's vibrant atmosphere, or for the adventurous, there is also the option to hike up the Ngong Hills or take a trip to nearby Mount Kenya. Some of the most popular attractions in Nairobi are the David Sheldrick Wildlife Trust, the Giraffe Centre, and the Nairobi Railway Museum. We wish you a fantastic trip to Nairobi with many joyful moments. Have a nice trip!

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FOREX index for Nairobi

The FOREX Index compares average prices for middle-class or three-star hotels, restaurants and taxis, among others.

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Young elephant is fed with gruel from a bottle in Nairobi National Park

Time Zone: UTC+3

Elegant outdoor dining table set with plates, silverware, and inverted wine glasses, highlighted by warm sunset lighting, creating a cozy restaurant ambiance.
Average tip on

restaurant

10 %

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