The Karen Blixen Museum is one of Nairobi’s most popular attractions, but the former farmhouse’s off-the-beaten-track location makes it tough for independent travelers to cover on their own. Enjoy door-to-door transfers from central Nairobi during this small-group tour. Learn about the iconic Danish author and visit the restored colonial-era house and gardens in a group capped at just 15 people.
Highlights
3 hours
Offered in English
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
3 hours
Offered in English
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
What's Included
Bottled water
Entry/Admission - Karen Blixen Museum
Entrance fee
Gratuities
Lunch
Meeting Points
Departure
Best Western Plus Meridian Hotel
Our driver guide will pick you at your hotel lobby
Return
Important Information
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Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
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Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Cancellation policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
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For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the experience’s start time.
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Cut-off times are based on the experience’s local time.
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If you cancel less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
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This experience requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund.
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Any changes made less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time will not be accepted.
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The Karen Blixen Museum is one of Nairobi’s most popular attractions, but the former farmhouse’s off-the-beaten-track location makes it tough for independent travelers to cover on their own. Enjoy door-to-door transfers from central Nairobi during this small-group tour. Learn about the iconic Danish author and visit the restored colonial-era house and gardens in a group capped at just 15 people.
Highlights
3 hours
Offered in English
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
3 hours
Offered in English
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
What's Included
Bottled water
Entry/Admission - Karen Blixen Museum
Entrance fee
Gratuities
Lunch
Meeting Points
Departure
Best Western Plus Meridian Hotel
Our driver guide will pick you at your hotel lobby
Return
Itinerary
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Karen Blixen Museum
A day tour of the Karen Blixen Museum offers a captivating glimpse into Kenya's colonial past and the life of renowned Danish author Karen Blixen, best known for her memoir Out of Africa. Situated in the serene suburb of Karen, approximately 10 kilometers from Nairobi's city center, the museum occupies the former farmhouse where Blixen resided from 1914 to 1931 . The house, built in 1910, features original furnishings, a restored kitchen with period utensils, and artifacts from Blixen's coffee farming days . Guided tours provide insightful narratives about her life, the challenges she faced, and her interactions with the local Kikuyu community . While the 1985 film adaptation of her memoir, Out of Africa, was not filmed on-site, the museum's ambiance and exhibits offer a tangible connection to the era . Visitors can also explore the expansive gardens, enjoy panoramic views of the Ngong Hills, and browse the museum shop for unique souvenirs .
