Things to Do in Mombasa

Mombasa is Kenya's oldest city and principal port, with a history spanning over 900 years of Arab, Persian, Indian and European influence.

Fort Jesus, built by the Portuguese in 1593, is a UNESCO World Heritage Site and one of the best-preserved colonial fortresses in East Africa.

The city sits on a coral island connected to the mainland by bridges and ferries, giving it a unique geography that shaped its role as a historic trade hub.

Mombasa's Old Town features narrow winding streets, carved wooden doors, and Swahili architecture that influenced the entire East African coast's cultural identity.

The city is home to the tusks of Mombasa—two massive elephant tusks made of metal arches spanning a main thoroughfare, an iconic symbol since 1956.

Swahili cuisine in Mombasa blends African, Arab, and Indian flavours, with dishes like urojo (mixed street food) and coastal seafood reflecting centuries of trade routes.