The best shopping malls in Kenya are found in our biggest cities of Nairobi, Mombasa and Kisumu. You will agree with me that shopping malls in Kenya have come a long way.
For those us who have lived in Nairobi, it is easy to associate with Garissa lodge in Eastleigh, one of the first and oldest shopping malls in Kenya.
But way it a shopping mall? I leave that to you to decide.
Since then, there has been arise in the number of shopping malls all over the country, giving consumers a new shopping experience.
Here I am going to take you through the best shopping malls in Kenya, there locations and what is unique about them.
Best Shopping Malls in Kenya
1. Two Rivers shopping mall
Two rivers shopping mall is arguably the largest shopping mall in sub-Saharan Africa and one of the best shopping malls in Kenya.
The mall is named after two rivers that cross the complex. Even though it is located in Kiambu County, it proximity to Nairobi makes it ideal for residence of Nairobi. In fact most Nairobi residents think that it is found within the boundaries of Nairobi.
The mall has banking halls, supermarkets, food and beverage, fashion and beauty store among many other facilities.
A shopping experience at Two Rivers mall is an experience like no other. If you want to experience this, this is a must visit place.
Location: Limuru Road, Nairobi.
Operating Hours:
| Sunday | 9am–9pm |
| Monday | 9am–9pm |
| Tuesday | 9am–9pm |
| Wednesday | 9am–9pm |
| Thursday | 9am–9pm |
| Friday | 9am–9pm |
| Saturday | 9am–9pm |
Contact: 0709 190511
Website: https://tworivers.co.ke
2. Garden City Mall
Garden city is a mall that integrates residential, office and retail space, a first of its kind in Kenya. I often call it a shoppers’ paradise in Kenya.
A few international brands have made this mall their home with a variety of products and services. In addition at its heart, there is a three acre central park comprising a children’s play area and beautiful lawns and gardens. Due to it ample space, Churchill show is often aired here.
If you are a visitor to Nairobi and Kenya, this is a must visit place.
Location: Thika Road, Exit 11
Operating Hours:
| Sunday | 10am–4pm |
| Monday | 9:30am–8pm |
| Tuesday | 9:30am–8pm |
| Wednesday | 9:30am–8pm |
| Thursday | 9:30am–8pm |
| Friday | 9:30am–8pm |
| Saturday | 9:30am–8pm |
Contact: 0724 248657
Website: https://gardencity-nairobi.com/
3. The Village Market
Village market is one of the best shopping malls in Kenya that have been around for a long time. Here you will find a large complex that offers shopping, recreation and entertainment facilities.
There are over 150 outlets offering different services.
Location: Thika Road , Nairobi
Operating Hours:
| Sunday | 10am–10:30pm |
| Monday | 8:30am–10pm |
| Tuesday | 8:30am–10pm |
| Wednesday | 8:30am–10pm |
| Thursday | 8:30am–10pm |
| Friday | 8:30am–10pm |
| Saturday | 8:30am–10pm |
Contact: 0724 248657
Website: https://gardencity-nairobi.com/
4. Westgate Shopping Mall
Thousands of visitors flock to Westgate shopping mall to enjoy its services. There over 100 shops offering various servicers in industries such as entertainment and fashion.
Moreover, you can find other services within this complex shopping mall.
Location: 15 Mwinzi Road, Westlands , Nairobi
Operating Hours:
| Sunday | 8am-12.00am |
| Monday | 8am-12.00am |
| Tuesday | 8am-12.00am |
| Wednesday | 8am-12.00am |
| Thursday | 8am-12.00am |
| Friday | 8am-12.00am |
| Saturday | 8am-12.00am |
Contact: 0715/0780-557775
Website: https://www.westgate.co.ke/
5.The Junction Mall
Over 120 local and international brands have put up shop the Junction Mall. This is one of the famous and best shopping in Kenya.
Shopping at the Junction mall is an attraction of its own and it draws in the rich and the mighty of the land.
Expect all kinds of goods and services at this mall.
Location: Ngong Road, Nairobi
Operating Hours:
| Sunday | 10am-5.00pm |
| Monday | 8am-8.00pm |
| Tuesday | 8am-8.00pm |
| Wednesday | 8am-8.00pm |
| Thursday | 8am-8.00pm |
| Friday | 8am-8.00pm |
| Saturday | 8am-8.00pm |
Contact: 020 3872881
Website: http://www.thejunction.co.ke/
6.Sarit Centre
Sarit centre is located in Westlands suburb of Nairobi. It one of the oldest and most know shopping mall in Nairobi.
It houses various shops selling literally almost anything and everything under one roof. It selling point is that it has always marketed itself as a ‘city within a city”
Sarit Centre is one of Nairobi’s busiest shopping malls in Kenya, with a wide range of shops, restaurants and amenities for all your daily needs.
Location: Parklands Road, Nairobi
Operating Hours:
| Sunday | 10am-5.00pm |
| Monday | 8am-8.00pm |
| Tuesday | 8am-8.00pm |
| Wednesday | 8am-8.00pm |
| Thursday | 8am-8.00pm |
| Friday | 8am-8.00pm |
| Saturday | 8am-8.00pm |
Contact: +254 (0)20 3747408
+254 (0)20 3748662
254 (0)20 3740329
+254 (0)752 848960
Website: https://saritcentre.com/
7.Rosslyn Riviera Mall
Many do not know Rosslyn Riviera Mall. That does not mean that it is not a quality mall.
Nevertheless is you looking for all things clothing, fashion, shoes & handbags, oriental home decor, jewelry, electronics, wireless accessories, video equipment & games and hair salons, then you call try out this shopping mall.
This one of my best shopping malls in Kenya.
Location: Limuru Road, Nairobi.
Operating Hours:
| Sunday | 7am-11.00pm |
| Monday | 7am-11.00pm |
| Tuesday | 7am-11.00pm |
| Wednesday | 7am-11.00pm |
| Thursday | 7am-11.00pm |
| Friday | 7am-11.00pm |
| Saturday | 7am-11.00pm |
Contact: +254 700 362654
Website: http://rosslynrivieramall.co.ke/
8.Galleria Shopping Mall
Galleria Shopping mall offers you a shopping experience like no other. This shopping mall has everything to offer.
With over 600 parking bays, hundreds of restaurants, a play area and other amenities, this is a place you want to shop and relax especially on a Sunday afternoon.
Am a person that loves large spaces and parks. Here at Galleria, the shopping comes out as one of the most enjoyable things to do.
Location Junction of Magadi &, Langata Rd, Nairobi
Operating Hours:
| Sunday | 8am–8pm |
| Monday | 8am–10pm |
| Tuesday | 8am–10pm |
| Wednesday | 8am–10pm |
| Thursday | 8am–10pm |
| Friday | 8am–10pm |
| Saturday | 8am–10pm |
Contact: 020 2363063
Website: http://www.galleria.co.ke/
9. T-Mall
If you want a gateway within the city, the T-mall is one of those places to be hiding during weekends. With entertainment joints, this mall offers visitors not only shopping but also a place to cool their heels.
Location :Langata Rd, Nairobi
Operating Hours:
| Sunday | 8am–8pm |
| Monday | 8am–10pm |
| Tuesday | 8am–10pm |
| Wednesday | 8am–10pm |
| Thursday | 8am–10pm |
| Friday | 8am–10pm |
| Saturday | 8am–10pm |
Contact: 020 2363063
Website: http://www.t-mall.co.ke/
10.The Hub Karen
The Hub Karen is a large shopping, recreation and entertainment mall in Karen, an affluent suburb southwest of Nairobi city Centre.
The mall features retail space, offices, medical facilities and a gym. It accommodates over 85 stores.
Location: Karen, Nairobi
Operating Hours:
| Sunday | 9am–9pm |
| Monday | 9am–9pm |
| Tuesday | 9am–9pm |
| Wednesday | 9am–9pm |
| Thursday | 9am–9pm |
| Friday | 9am–9pm |
| Saturday | 9am–9pm |
Contact: +254 702 120 120
Website: https://www.thehubkaren.com
Other Shopping Malls
These shopping malls may not have made it into my list of top 10. However, they are among the best shopping malls in Kenya today.
Malls such as TRM, Buffalo Mall and Yaya Centre, are well known and serve millions of shoppers every month.
Have a look at the other malls below.
- Yaya Centre
- Maasai Mall
- Cedar Mall
- TRM – Thika Road Mall
- Buffalo Mall
- Nextgen Mall
- Juja City Mall
- Oasis Mall Malindi
- Mega City Mall
- City Mall Nyali
Final thoughts
Malls are shaping our lives every day. Gone are days we would move from shop to shop for our purchases.
Today we do all out shopping under one roof. In addition, more malls offer residential and entertainment services.
And the beauty of it all is that major malls are located far from the city centres.
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