Karen Blixen Museum
Museum · Karen, Nairobi

Karen Blixen Museum

Photo: Daniel Case · CC BY-SA 4.0 · Wikimedia Commons

The museum occupies the house where Karen Blixen lived from 1917 to 1931. It displays her furniture, books and personal items. The garden and views of the Ngong Hills stay much as they were in her time.

On day 1 of Safari in the Maasai Mara

Good to know

Tickets
Entry fees apply; confirm current rates on site.
Time needed
One to two hours.
Best time
Weekdays to avoid weekend crowds.
Getting there
Drive or take a taxi about 25 km southwest from central Nairobi.

Itineraries with Karen Blixen Museum

Day 1 of Safari in the Maasai Mara

Nairobi

How Karen Blixen Museum fits into a day.
  1. 11:00David Sheldrick Wildlife TrustNairobi National Park
  2. 13:30Giraffe CentreLangata
  3. 15:30Karen Blixen MuseumKaren
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Karen Blixen Museum questions

How do I reach the Karen Blixen Museum?

It stands in the Karen suburb. Taxis and some matatus serve the area from Nairobi center.

How long should I allow for a visit?

Most people spend one to two hours on the house and grounds.

Are there guided tours?

Staff offer tours of the house; ask at the entrance for times.

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