New charges cover museums, monuments and heritage destinations nationwide under updated 2025 regulations
The National Museums of Kenya has announced a comprehensive revision of admission charges across its network of museums, monuments, and heritage sites, with the updated fee structure set to come into force on May 7, 2026.
The changes were gazetted on Tuesday, April 7, under the National Museums and Heritage (Admissions Fees) Regulations of 2025, and apply to visitors across all categories — citizens, regional visitors, other Africans, and international tourists.
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Nairobi National Museum and Snake Park
Kenyan and East African adult citizens visiting the Nairobi National Museum or the Snake Park will pay Ksh350, up from the previous rate of Ksh300, while children’s tickets rise to Ksh200 from Ksh150. A combined ticket covering both facilities will be priced at Ksh600 for adults and Ksh300 for children.
Visitors from other African countries will be charged Ksh1,170 for adults and Ksh780 for children, while those travelling from outside the continent will pay Ksh2,341 for adults and Ksh1,170 for children, compared to the previous flat non-resident rate of Ksh1,200 for adults and Ksh600 for children.
Karen Blixen Museum and Fort Jesus
The revised rates also apply to two of Kenya’s most visited heritage destinations — the Karen Blixen Museum in Nairobi and the historic Fort Jesus in Mombasa.
Kenyan and East African adult visitors to these sites will pay Ksh550, with children’s admission set at Ksh300. At Fort Jesus, visitors interested in a combined package covering the museum and the Butterfly House will pay Ksh650 for adults and Ksh400 for children.
Lamu’s Coastal Heritage Circuit
In Lamu County, four historic sites — Lamu Fort, Lamu Museum, the Swahili House Museum, and the German Post Office — will each maintain individual entry charges of Ksh200 for adults and Ksh100 for children. Visitors wishing to explore all four sites under a single combined ticket will pay Ksh750 for adults and Ksh400 for children, offering a cost-effective option for those undertaking a fuller cultural tour of the archipelago.
Regional and Smaller Heritage Sites
Several regional heritage facilities have been brought under a standardised pricing tier. Sites in Meru, Malindi, Kabarnet, Kapenguria, Gede Ruins, and Mtwapa Heritage Site will charge Ksh200 for adults and Ksh100 for children.
At the lower end of the pricing structure, a cluster of smaller heritage locations — including Tambach, Kakapel, Pate, Nyeri, Shimoni, Songhor, Fort Ternan, and Siyu Fort — will charge Ksh100 for adults and Ksh50 for children, making them among the most accessible entry points into Kenya’s archaeological and historical heritage.
Admission fees at Hyrax Hill and Rabai will remain unchanged for the time being, with the National Museums of Kenya indicating that revised rates for those sites will be communicated separately.
Operating Hours Remain Unchanged
All museums and heritage sites under the National Museums of Kenya will continue to operate from 8:30am to 5:30pm daily throughout the week, regardless of the fee changes.
The institution stated that the fee adjustments are intended to support ongoing infrastructure improvements and the enhancement of visitor services across its facilities, as it works to preserve and promote Kenya’s natural and cultural heritage for future generations.
