Nairobi: Guided City Highlights Tour And Museum of Illusions Excursion

Begin your tour with a convenient pickup from your hotel in Nairobi. Meet your guide and head to the city center to begin your walking tour at KICC. Ascend the iconic Kenyatta International Conference Centre (KICC) for a breathtaking 360-degree view of the Nairobi skyline. Explore bustling markets like the City Market or Maasai Market, where you can interact with local vendors and see a variety of handicrafts, fresh produce, and fabrics. See a mix of historic and modern buildings, including the Jamia Mosque, McMillan Memorial Library, the National Archives, and the Parliament Buildings. Stroll down bustling streets like Kenyatta Avenue, observe the famous "matatus" and get a genuine feel for the city's energy. Proceed to the Nairobi Museum of Illusions. Inside the museum itself, look out for these specific highlights: - The Vortex Tunnel: A spinning sensory illusion that makes a stationary bridge feel like it is rotating wildly. - The Infinity Room: Step into a mirrored room of endless reflections and lights. - The Ames Room: Watch people appear to magically shrink or grow as they move from one corner to the other. - The "Matatu" Reversed Room: A fun nod to local culture, this room features furniture upside down, referencing Nairobi's vibrant minibus culture. - Local Art Installations: Look for the "Following Eyes" installation by Lulu Kitololo and Brian Omolo's mural depicting the Nairobi skyline. It is the first Museum of Illusions in East Africa and the third on the continent. All 60+ exhibits are interactive and include explanations of the psychology and physics behind the tricks. Exhibits are labeled bilingually (English and Kiswahili) End your tour with a drop-off back at your hotel.