Railways Park in Haile Selassie Avenue, City Centre, Nairobi: Hours, Facilities and Family Guide
Amusement and family entertainment in Haile Selassie Avenue, City Centre, Nairobi
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A small open space on Haile Selassie Avenue beside the railway golf grounds, listed as an amusement park but better suited to a short city-centre stop.
What is Railways Park?
Railways Park is a small green space on Haile Selassie Avenue in central Nairobi, beside the Kenya Railways Golf Club and the railway grounds. Local listings file it as an amusement park with children's rides.
What you find today is modest: paths, shade and open ground used by nearby workers and families. Do not expect a full amusement park, and treat it as a short stop rather than a day out.
💡 Money-saving tips for families
- Short stop Pair it with the railway museum rather than making a trip | Keep cash small
Key details
- Address
- Railways Park, Haile Selassie Avenue, Nairobi, Nairobi
- How long to plan
- 30 minutes to 1 hour
- Suitable ages
- All ages
- Setting
- Outdoor
- Booking
- Walk-in
What to expect when you visit
Expect a compact public space rather than a fenced attraction: some shade, open ground and city noise from the surrounding roads. Look for any rides before promising them to children.
It works best as a leg-stretch between nearby sights, not as a destination. Carry water, watch traffic on the adjacent avenue and avoid the area after dark.
Family essentials
- Safety notes
It is an open city-centre space beside busy roads: watch traffic, keep children close and avoid visiting after dark.
Plan your visit
- Best time to visit
- Weekday mornings
- How to get there
On Haile Selassie Avenue, next to the Kenya Railways Golf Club, near the city centre.
- By car
- Central; park on surrounding streets or use a nearby paid car park.
- Uber / Bolt estimate
- Ask for Haile Selassie Avenue near the Railways golf club.
- Public transport
Matatu to the CBD, then walk
- Combine with
Lunar Leisure Park | Nairobi Railway Museum
- What to bring
Water | Sun hat
What to pack
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Frequently asked questions
- How long do you need at Railways Park?
- Plan for 30 minutes to 1 hour.
- What is the best time to visit Railways Park?
- Weekday mornings.
- How do you get to Railways Park?
- Central; park on surrounding streets or use a nearby paid car park. Ride-hailing: Ask for Haile Selassie Avenue near the Railways golf club. Public transport: Matatu to the CBD, then walk On Haile Selassie Avenue, next to the Kenya Railways Golf Club, near the city centre.
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