Top 7 Tourist Attractions in Mombasa, Kenya

Located on the eastern shores of Kenya by the warm Indian Ocean, Mombasa is a large city featuring a diverse marine life, first-class accommodation choices and an amicable atmosphere, all encouraging international travellers to visit this destination with their family or friends. Here are some of the most famous attractions of the city you can pay a visit to!

Fort Jesus

Fort Jesus was built in the 16^th century to secure the safety of Portuguese settled on the eastern coast of Africa. Over the next couple of years, there were terrible attacks by foreigners. Today, the fort acts as a major historical landmark. Its museum comprises artefacts and relics from Fort Jesus, Gede, Manda, Ungwana and other sites.

Haller Park

An apt place for animal lovers, Haller Park is home to amazing creatures like giraffes, Cape buffalos, zebras, hippos, cranes, pelicans and storks. The park allows giraffe feeding as well. Haller Park had a famous interspecies friendship (between tortoise and hippo) that became a sensation in the online world.

Mombasa Go-Kart

Mombasa is a fabulous motorsport arena for thrill seekers. At the venue, visitors above the age of ten years can race at full speed on a concrete track of nearly 500 meters long and 5 meters wide. Helmets are mandatory and provided at no additional cost. Participants can check their lap times displayed on a monitor in the pit area.

Mombasa Marine Park

A marine park and national reserve of Kenya, Mombasa Marine Park is a protected area where travellers can admire the abundant marine life, crystal clear waters and spectacular coral reef. Diving and snorkelling is practiced extensively here. The reef houses several species of aquatic animals that are all treat for the eyes.

Mamba Village Centre

The Mamba Village Centre is East Africa’s largest crocodile farm. Individuals who wish to learn about the amphibian –its life cycle and behaviour – should consider exploring this spot. During the feeding time, people can enjoy the sight of crocodiles fighting for tasty morsels. Orchids and aquatic plants are the specialty of Mamba Village Centre.

Old Town

Situated on the southeast side of Mombasa Island, the Old Town is occupied by a mix of locals, Asian, Arab, Portuguese and British settlers. The carved and beautiful old buildings, stylish balconies and coral walls showcase designs that have been affected by Portuguese and Islamic Arab traders. Souvenirs are available in the local shops of the Old Town.

Mombasa Tusks

Mombasa Tusks were created to honour Queen Elizabeth’s visit in 1952. These aluminium structures welcome the guests in the heart of the town where most of the banks, shops, and markets are located. Photographers must keep their cameras ready to take a picture of Mombasa Tusks as they are absolutely unique.