In Nairobi, you’re never a good shopper until you make several stopovers at the leading shopping malls in the city.
The best malls in Nairobi are not just therapeutic to your shopping needs, there’s fun, enjoyment and some are top destinations for those seeking to spend free time with their loved ones.
On any visit, the retail attractions at the malls will always make you desire to have more money given the unending desire to spend not just more time but cash.
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Two Rivers Mall
Two Rivers Mall is simply magnificent! The mall is located Located in the Gigiri, Runda and Muthaiga neighborhood on a 65,000sqm space along Limuru road.
It is set up on a monumental Sh25.1 billion development owned by Centum Group, an entity which has billionaire Chris Kirubi as its main stakeholder.
At Two Rivers Mall, there are several restaurants to choose from, add to its medium density residential homes, a three-star and a five-star hotel among other amenities.
Most Kenyans make trips to Two Rivers Mall as family and friends to relax on weekends and holidays given you’d take kids along to the magic planet and also a water park outside the mall,
The magic planet for kids and the water park outside the mall, the Carrefour hypermarket, an amazing food court with a lot of restaurant and cuisines will make your visit here more enjoyable.
Thika Road Mall (TRM)
Thika Road Mall is located at Roysambu area along Thika Road, around 10km away from Nairobi CBD.
TRM is a business hub with two popular coffee shops and is served by at least 7 leading banks for its clientele and it houses an outlet for the world' leading hamburger chain, King Burger.
Java coffee shop is on Thika Road Mall’s ground floor while The ArtCaffe Coffee and Bakery is on the second floor.
On a good day, make a stop at the Thika Road Mall and don't miss the Burger King restaurant on the second floor to enjoy a variety of delicious meals or just taste their burgers.
Occasionally, there are events such as the Grand African Fashion Fusion gala at TRM which is ever a flurry of fun and lots of entertainment.
Westgate Shopping Mall
One of Nairobi's popular places, Westgate Mall, is located along Mwanzi Road in Westlands, Nairobi.
A visit to the joint is assured an enjoyable and convenient shopping and relaxing experience.
Westgate has a variety of stores and eating places with its top floor having a cinema that screens the best Bollywood movies.
The Hub Karen
The Hub Karen is a premier shopping mall resting in the beautiful leafy suburbs of Karen, Nairobi.
It is arguably the biggest shopping Mall in the city hosting both local and international retailers with a number of small businesses offering unique and affordable supplies.
For a family visit, an amazing choice of eateries for any meal, several medical and wellness centres, new entrants Carrefour supermarket, would definitely add you to its 200,000 regular visitors.
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Junction Mall
The Junction Mall is situated on Ngong Road.
It is a great home for Kenyan Merchandise in a number of its shops, boutiques, restaurants, and the cast for cosmetics, fresh vegetables and fruit shops.
Occasionally, Junction Mall hosts the Masai market where you can get all types of Kenyan merchandise with a chance to bargain for good prices.
Garden City
Garden City Mall is located past Roasters along Thika Super Highway.
Its mention is never complete without a mention of a movie night out.
It hosts Century Imax, the largest Cinema chain operating in Nairobi offering 3D movie experiences.
Garden City prides in being Kenya’s Mall that integrated residential, retail and office space given its over 400 apartments, duplexes & family villas that are nearly fully sold out.
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Galleria Mall
Galleria Mall is well positioned at the junction of Lang’ata Road and Magadi Road in Nairobi.
Unlike in other malls, Galleria has a pavilion of small vendors selling local handicrafts and souvenirs.
Its food courts house the likes of KFC, JAVA, ArtCafe and the all-time amazing Planet Yoghurt!
After losing dominance to the emerging mall, it still earned a plus given it no longer gets huge crowds that are at time a turn-off.
Southfield Mall
Southfield Mall opened its doors this year riding on the AirGate Center (Taj Mall) woes to turn around the retail business in the expansive Embakasi area.
It is located just next to the recently restocked Nakumatt Embakasi next to Nairobi City Cabanas.
Southfield Mall houses Choppies Supermarket, KFC, Java House and several other restaurants such as the Afritamtam.
Nairobi Hospital has one of its outpatient centers at the Mall that already fronts health and beauty service providers right from its entrance.
NextGen Mall
NextGen Mall is on Mombasa Road next to Eka Hotel.
A visit to the Mall will not end without checking in at the Burger King joint or at Peppercorn restaurant for authentic Indian flavours.
NextGen is easily accessible from the Nairobi City Center, Jomo Kenyatta International Airport, the Nairobi National Park and has the reputable Ole Sereni just a few minutes drive away.
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Sarit Center
Sarit Center is very popular among Nairobi residents.
It is situated along Pio Gama Pinto Road in Westlands and the brands at the shopping center will surprise you on your visit.
It is one of the oldest Malls in Nairobi where you’d easily get served at the French Hypermarket Carrefour.
Carrefour’s entry into the Kenyan retail space, being perhaps the most dynamic, fast-moving and exciting retailers breath life back to Sarit Center.
Yaya Centre
Yaya Center is simply a cab or matatu away from town.
It is located along Argwings Kodhek Road in Nairobi's Kilimani area.
Yaya has a variety of stores for clothing, food, snacks to name and even Indian groceries.
At the mall, there are many coffee shops in the basement and a nice food plaza on the second floor.
