Nairobi Railway Museum

The Nairobi Railway Museum is a fascinating stop for train enthusiasts and history lovers, located near the city's central railway station. It displays a collection of vintage steam locomotives, diesel engines, and carriages, including the famous 'Lunatic Express' that helped build the Uganda Railway. Visitors can climb aboard some of the restored trains and explore exhibits on railway construction, colonial-era travel, and the role of the railway in Kenya's development. The museum's outdoor yard is filled with towering locomotives, offering a hands-on experience of a bygone era.

Don't miss

• Climb aboard the historic 'Lunatic Express' locomotive and imagine the challenging journey across East Africa.
• Explore the restored colonial-era carriages, including the Governor's carriage with its original fittings.
• View the collection of vintage steam engines and diesel locomotives in the outdoor yard.

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