Central Park is a public green and recreation space located on the western edge of Nairobi Central Business District (CBD), next to Uhuru Park. Its central location makes it one of the easiest recreational destinations in Nairobi to reach using public transport.
The park lies between the CBD and the wider Uhuru Highway area, close to major city landmarks and within walking distance of numerous matatu and bus termini.
Commuters travelling from different parts of Nairobi can use the Nairobi Matatu Routes and Numbers database to identify connections into the CBD. Visitors arriving from other parts of Kenya can also consult the Kenya Domestic Flights: Airports, Airstrips & Flight Routes Guide.
Where Is Central Park Nairobi Located?
Central Park is located immediately west of Nairobi CBD, adjacent to Uhuru Park.
Destination: Central Park Nairobi
City: Nairobi
Area: Nairobi CBD
Nearby roads: Kenyatta Avenue and Processional Way
Nearby park: Uhuru Park
Direction from central CBD: West
Its position beside the city centre means commuters arriving at many Nairobi CBD termini can reach the park on foot.
What Is Central Park Nairobi?
Central Park is one of Nairobi’s established public green spaces.
Together with neighbouring Uhuru Park, it provides an important recreational area beside the densely developed Nairobi CBD.
The park contains landscaped areas, pedestrian spaces and monuments and provides an accessible outdoor space for people working, travelling through or visiting central Nairobi.
How to Get to Central Park From Nairobi CBD
If you are already within Nairobi CBD, walking is generally the simplest way to reach Central Park.
Head towards Kenyatta Avenue and the western side of the CBD.
The general movement is:
Nairobi CBD → Kenyatta Avenue → Central Park
The precise walking route depends on your starting point within the city centre.
Which Matatu Goes to Central Park Nairobi?
There is no need to look for a single dedicated Central Park matatu route.
Instead, use a matatu or bus travelling to Nairobi CBD and walk from its terminus to the park.
This gives Central Park connections to virtually every major Nairobi public transport corridor.
Use the Nairobi Matatu Routes and Numbers database to identify the route connecting your neighbourhood with the CBD.
Where to Alight for Central Park
The most convenient alighting point depends on the route you use to enter Nairobi CBD.
Passengers should generally aim for a CBD terminus that provides convenient pedestrian access towards Kenyatta Avenue and the western side of the city centre.
The Nairobi Bus Stations & Termini: Complete Guide to Matatu Stages and Destinations can help identify where different Nairobi matatu routes terminate.
From the CBD, continue to Central Park on foot.
Getting to Central Park From Thika Road
Passengers travelling from Kasarani, Roysambu, Zimmerman, Githurai and other Thika Road areas can take Nairobi CBD-bound public transport.
The general journey is:
Thika Road → Nairobi CBD → walk to Central Park
The final section can normally be covered on foot from the city centre.
Getting to Central Park From Eastlands
From Umoja, Buruburu, Donholm, Kayole, Makadara and surrounding Eastlands neighbourhoods, take a matatu or bus towards Nairobi CBD.
The general journey is:
Eastlands → Nairobi CBD → Central Park
Once you reach the city centre, walk towards Kenyatta Avenue and Central Park.
Getting to Central Park From Westlands
Passengers travelling from Westlands can use CBD-bound public transport.
The general journey is:
Westlands → Nairobi CBD → Central Park
Depending on where the vehicle drops passengers, the remaining distance to the park can be covered on foot.
Getting to Central Park From Ngong Road
From Kilimani, Adams Arcade, Junction and other Ngong Road areas, take a Nairobi CBD-bound matatu or bus.
The general journey is:
Ngong Road → Nairobi CBD → Central Park
Passengers arriving from this side of Nairobi may enter the CBD relatively close to the western city-centre area.
Getting to Central Park From Lang’ata and Ongata Rongai
Passengers travelling from Lang’ata, Nairobi West and Ongata Rongai can use Nairobi-bound public transport along the Lang’ata Road corridor.
For Rongai connections, see the Route 125 Nairobi–Ongata Rongai guide.
The general journey is:
Ongata Rongai/Lang’ata → Nairobi CBD → Central Park
Getting to Central Park From Mombasa Road
From South B, South C, Imara Daima, Embakasi and areas connected to Mombasa Road, take public transport towards Nairobi CBD.
The general journey is:
Mombasa Road → Nairobi CBD → Central Park
After alighting, continue towards the western side of the CBD on foot.
Central Park and Uhuru Park
Central Park sits beside Uhuru Park, making the two destinations easy to combine during one visit.
Both parks provide green recreational space immediately beside Nairobi CBD and can be reached without taking another matatu after arriving in central Nairobi.
Their proximity also means commuters should distinguish between the two when arranging a meeting point or destination.
Nearby Nairobi CBD Landmarks
Central Park’s location places it close to several prominent central Nairobi landmarks and streets, including:
- Kenyatta Avenue
- Uhuru Park
- Uhuru Highway
- Parliament area
- City centre commercial district
The concentration of CBD landmarks makes Central Park accessible from several directions on foot.
Visiting Central Park Nairobi
Visitors should check current access arrangements before travelling, particularly when public events, maintenance work or security restrictions affect the surrounding area.
For commuters, the principal advantage is location: reaching Nairobi CBD effectively gets you most of the way to Central Park.
During busy periods, pedestrians should use designated crossings and pedestrian facilities when moving around major CBD roads.
Central Park Nairobi Public Transport Guide
Destination: Central Park Nairobi
City: Nairobi
Area: Nairobi CBD
Nearby road: Kenyatta Avenue
Nearby park: Uhuru Park
Best public transport strategy: Travel to Nairobi CBD and walk
From Thika Road: CBD-bound matatu → Central Park
From Eastlands: CBD-bound matatu → Central Park
From Westlands: CBD-bound matatu → Central Park
From Lang’ata/Rongai: Nairobi-bound matatu → Central Park
From Ngong Road: CBD-bound matatu → Central Park
For other connections, use the Nairobi Matatu Routes and Numbers database.
More Nairobi Sports and Recreation Venues
Central Park is part of the Nairobi Sports and Recreation Venues database connecting the city’s parks, stadiums, forests, wildlife attractions and other recreation destinations with Nairobi’s public transport network.
The previous destination in this series is Uhuru Park.
The next destination is August 7th Memorial Park, another major public landmark within Nairobi CBD.
Information last verified: September 2026.
