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Things to see in Mombasa (Kenya): 9 places and when to go
Mombasa is a city in Kenya with around 882,000 inhabitants, and this site lists 9 places in and around it, mainly Wildlife (3), Beaches (3), With kids (2). The best known are Fort Jesus, Haller Park and Nyali Beach. The best time to come is January to February and July to September; also possible: March, June, October and December. There are about 12 h 14 of daylight all year round: this close to the equator the days barely change. Here is what there is, when to go, how to get there and what else is nearby.
In a nutshell
- Where
- Kenya · -4.0381, 39.688
- Population
- About 882,000
- Places
- 9 places on this site, in the town and around it.
- What people come for
- Wildlife (3) · Beaches (3) · With kids (2) · Nature (2) · History (1) · Architecture (1)
- Best time
- January to February and July to September.
- Also possible
- March, June, October and December.
- Nearest airport
- MBA Mombasa, 10 km as the crow flies
What to see in Mombasa
The places in and around Mombasa, best known first, each with its own page: what it is, when to go and what is next to it. Distances are from the centre, as the crow flies.
- Fort JesusFort in Mombasa, Kenya2.9 km
- Haller ParkZoological garden at Mombasa4.5 km
- Nyali BeachBeach2.7 km
- Makupa Causeway BridgeBridge in Kenya4.1 km
- Shelly beachBeach6.4 km
- Mkongani North Forest ReserveProtected area49 km
- Parque Nacional de Shimba HillsProtected area41 km
- Voyager Beach ResortBeaches3.1 km
- Wild WatersWith kids1.8 km
When to go to Mombasa
The best time to visit Mombasa is January to February and July to September; also possible: March, June, October and December. This comes from its own places: a month counts as the town's best time when it is the best time for half of what there is to see.
- JanBest time12:13
- FebBest time12:08
- MarPossible12:02
- AprBetter not11:55
- MayBetter not11:49
- JunPossible11:46
- JulBest time11:47
- AugBest time11:52
- SepBest time11:59
- OctPossible12:05
- NovBetter not12:11
- DecPossible12:14
Best timePossibleBetter notHours of daylight
There are about 12 h 14 of daylight all year round: this close to the equator the days barely change. In January, 9 of the 9 places are at their best.
When to go to Kenya in general, with its festivals and peak seasons, is in its country guide.
Getting to Mombasa
The nearest main airport is Moi International Airport (MBA, Mombasa), 10 km as the crow flies. How to get around Kenya (train, car, bus) is in its country guide, and what to sort out before you leave is in its checklist.
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Other towns nearby
- Wundanyi7 places152 km
- Nairobi20 places443 km
- Nyeri7 places505 km
- Meru, Kenya5 places510 km
- Naivasha6 places518 km
- Nanyuki7 places538 km
And all of Kenya, in its country guide.
Frequently asked questions
What is there to see in Mombasa?
The best known: Fort Jesus, Haller Park, Nyali Beach, Makupa Causeway Bridge, Shelly beach. In all, 9 places in the town and around it, all on your trip map from day one.
When is the best time to visit Mombasa?
January to February and July to September; also possible: March, June, October and December. There are about 12 h 14 of daylight all year round: this close to the equator the days barely change.
How do you get to Mombasa?
The nearest main airport is Moi International Airport (MBA), 10 km away. From there, directions opens the route on the map.
How do I add it to my trip?
Create a trip with Mombasa as the destination and these 9 places are on your map, each with its category. The ones you like go into a day's plan with one tap, and Kokai reminds you when you pass nearby.
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