The National Museums of Kenya has announced revised admission fees for its heritage facilities, with the new charges taking effect from May 7, 2026.
The changes follow Legal Notice No. 79 of 2025 under the National Museums and Heritage (Admissions Fees) Regulations, 2025. According to the notice, the revised fees will apply across major heritage sites and museums managed by NMK.
Under the new structure, adult Kenyan and East African citizens visiting the Nairobi National Museum will pay Ksh 350, while children will pay Ksh 200.
Visitors from the rest of Africa will pay USD 9 for adults and USD 6 for children. Foreign tourists from outside Africa will pay USD 18 for adults and USD 9 for children.
Snake Park Fees Also Adjusted
The National Museum has also revised charges for the Snake Park.
Kenyan and East African adult visitors will now pay Ksh 350, while children will pay Ksh 200. Residents and visitors from the rest of Africa will pay USD 6 for adults and USD 3 for children. International tourists outside Africa will pay USD 18 for adults and USD 9 for children.
For visitors seeking access to both the Nairobi National Museum and Snake Park, NMK has introduced a combined ticket.
The combined package will cost Ksh 600 for adults and Ksh 300 for children among Kenyan and East African citizens. Visitors from the rest of Africa will pay USD 15 for adults and USD 10 for children, while tourists from outside Africa will pay USD 25 and USD 15 respectively.
Karen Blixen Museum and Fort Jesus Rates Increase
Admission fees at the Karen Blixen Museum and Fort Jesus have also been revised upward.
Kenyan and East African adult visitors will pay Ksh 550, while children will pay Ksh 300. Residents from the rest of Africa will pay USD 9 for adults and USD 6 for children. Foreign tourists outside Africa will pay USD 17 for adults and USD 8 for children.
Meanwhile, a combined ticket for Fort Jesus Museum and Butterfly House has been set at Ksh 650 for adults and Ksh 400 for children among Kenyan and East African citizens.
Residents from the rest of Africa will pay USD 12 for adults and USD 7 for children, while visitors from outside Africa will pay USD 19 and USD 9 respectively.
Broader Push to Support Heritage Conservation
The revised pricing structure comes as the Museum of Kenya seeks to strengthen conservation efforts, improve visitor experiences, and support the maintenance of heritage sites across the country.
The adjustment affects several facilities including Nairobi National Museum, Snake Park, Nairobi Gallery, Fort Jesus, Karen Blixen Museum, Butterfly House, Gede Ruins, Thimlich Ohinga, Kariandusi, Koobi Fora, Kapenguria Museum, and other heritage sites under National Museum of Kenya management.
The institution said the revised fees are part of broader reforms aimed at sustaining Kenya’s cultural and historical heritage while aligning operational costs with growing visitor demand.
