Nairobi/Mombasa Nightlife

Nairobi, Kenya attracts many foreigners and expats, so the nightlife scene here tends to cater to the city’s visitors. Nairobi offers a lot of international ambiance at many of the venues but also provides a lot of opportunities to experience the rich Kenyan heritage. Nightlife in Nairobi begins later than most other places in Africa. The typical routine here is to visit a local bar or restaurants for a meal and drinks before heading out to one of the top nightclubs or venues.

The Westlands is the suburbs of Nairobi and the location of many of the best clubs in town. If you’re a fan of live music, you won’t want to miss the K1 Club, a top jazz club and hang out. SkyLux Lounge is one of the largest venues in Nairobi, with a capacity of close to 1,000 people and a hangout for local celebrities. Black Diamond is another major nightlife venue for dancing to top international hits.