Mombasa Sports Club in Mnazi Moja, Mombasa Island, Mombasa: Hours, Facilities and Family Guide
Parks, beaches and nature in Mnazi Moja, Mombasa Island, Mombasa
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A members' sports club founded in 1896 on Mombasa Island, with cricket and rugby grounds and a clubhouse; public entry is not the norm.
What is Mombasa Sports Club?
Mombasa Sports Club is a private members' club founded in 1896, on Mnazi Moja Road off Moi Avenue on Mombasa Island. It is one of Kenya's oldest sports clubs, with cricket and rugby grounds, tennis and squash courts, and a clubhouse.
It is not a public park: access is for members and their signed-in guests, plus ticketed match days. Families visiting Mombasa should check in advance rather than turning up expecting a public playground.
💡 Money-saving tips for families
- Confirm access first Entry is by membership or invitation | Match days
Is it right for your child's age?
| Age group | Verdict | What to expect |
|---|---|---|
| 0-2 years | Okay | Clubhouse and grounds with a member | 3-5 years |
Key details
- Address
- Mombasa Sports Club, Mnazi Moja Road, off Moi Avenue, Mombasa Island, Mombasa
- Opening hours
- Daily 6am – 10pm (members and guests)
- How long to plan
- 2 to 4 hours
- Suitable ages
- All ages
- Setting
- Outdoor
What to expect when you visit
Expect a colonial-era clubhouse, grass sports grounds and courts in the middle of Mombasa town. Entry is through membership or a member's invitation, and match days are sometimes ticketed.
Do not plan a family outing here without confirming access; the grounds are not a public park.
Family essentials
- Facilities
- Toilets
- Safety notes
Hard cricket balls, rugby play and moving vehicles in the car park are the main risks. Keep children off the playing areas unless play is stopped.
Tickets and costs
- Ticket notes
Membership and guest fees are not published here; a ticketed rugby day was reported at about KSh 2,000 per person including a barbecue.
- Free entry rules
- No
- Extra costs (activities, rentals, food)
Ticketed match days, clubhouse dining
Plan your visit
- Best time to visit
- Match days
- Busiest times
- Rugby and cricket fixtures
- How to get there
On Mnazi Moja Road, off Moi Avenue, on Mombasa Island.
- By car
- Short drive from the centre of Mombasa town
- Uber / Bolt estimate
- Taxi or ride-hail to Mnazi Moja Road
- Public transport
Matatu into Mombasa town, then a short walk
- Combine with
Fort Jesus | Mombasa Butterfly House
- What to bring
Sun hat | Water | Membership card or guest confirmation
What to pack
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Family day bag checklist
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Frequently asked questions
- What are the Mombasa Sports Club opening hours?
- Daily 6am – 10pm (members and guests). Busiest: Rugby and cricket fixtures.
- How long do you need at Mombasa Sports Club?
- Plan for 2 to 4 hours.
- What is the best time to visit Mombasa Sports Club?
- Match days. It is busiest Rugby and cricket fixtures.
- How do you get to Mombasa Sports Club?
- Short drive from the centre of Mombasa town. Ride-hailing: Taxi or ride-hail to Mnazi Moja Road. Public transport: Matatu into Mombasa town, then a short walk On Mnazi Moja Road, off Moi Avenue, on Mombasa Island.
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