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Nairobi Sketch Tour: Explore Kenya's Culture
Nairobi
Explore Nairobi's culture through sketching. Join our 2.5-hour tour to capture authentic moments and interact with local culture. No drawing experience needed.
Duration:
2 hours, 30 minutes
Cancellation:
1 day
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Highlights
- Kipande House - Visit the Colonial Identification registration centre. Get to see the early architecture and learn more about the kipande system( colonial identification)
- City Market - Get to see and shop at the local market and grab great merchandise. See the wonderful mural artwork done by local university students. Interact with some of the sellers and buy souvenirs from the local shops.
- Confucius Institute at University of Nairobi - Glimpse at one of the oldest public universities in Kenya. Learn about its cultural significance in shaping the city of Nairobi. You also get to sketch the wonderful architecture it has to offer.
- Central police - Sketch an iconic piece of history as one of the first police stations situated next to a highrise. Get to know why constructing buildings was a point of contention from the early government and the history it holds.
- Kenya National Theatre - Get to see and sketch Artists practicing their masterpieces, plays, and theatrical pieces. You will get to see the training ground of Hollywood star “Lupita Nyongo” who starred in 12 years a slave. Plays are occassionally staged here and entrance fee to see them is not included as part of the tour.
What's Included
- Bottled water
What's Not Included
- Theatre perfomance entry fees 20$
Additional Information
Experience traveling through various cities in Kenya from an artist’s perspective. The sketch tour offers a unique opportunity to capture moments by sketching your surroundings. This tour takes you to cultural and historical sites, providing a chance to immerse yourself in the local culture and engage with it. Ideal for those seeking to explore authentic local culture away from typical tourist spots, the tour lasts up to 2.5 hours, giving you ample time to unwind for the rest of the day. No previous drawing experience is required, and all art materials will be supplied. Specific tour locations can be arranged upon request.
Location
GPO Stage
Kenyatta Avenue
Tour usually starts outside the general post office on Kenyatta avenue
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.