Kenya Authority
Kenya Authority

Monuments and historic sites in Kenya

Fort Jesus, the Gedi ruins, Lamu old town… Opening hours, tickets, access and the best time to visit each place.

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Fort Jesus in Mombasa: history, opening hours, ticket price and evening show

Fort Jesus in Mombasa: history, opening hours, ticket price and evening show

Fort Jesus is the Portuguese fortress guarding the entrance to Mombasa's old harbour. Built betwe...
Gedi Ruins: the Swahili town in the forest, opening hours and fee

Gedi Ruins: the Swahili town in the forest, opening hours and fee

Gedi (also spelt Gede) is a ruined Swahili town hidden in the Arabuko-Sokoke forest, a few kilome...
Lamu Old Town: UNESCO site, alleys, forts and dhows

Lamu Old Town: UNESCO site, alleys, forts and dhows

Lamu Old Town has been a UNESCO World Heritage Site since 2001: one of the oldest Swahili settlem...
Mombasa Old Town: Swahili lanes, carved doors and markets

Mombasa Old Town: Swahili lanes, carved doors and markets

Mombasa's Old Town is the historic quarter of the island, around the old harbour and Fort Jesus. ...