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Fort Jesus Museum
Fort Jesus is located on the southeast corner of Mombasa Island. The opening of a new route linking the East and the West has enabled the vigorous development of international trade and maritime transport. Mombasa is an important supply point and cargo distribution center on the new route, so it has become the target of competition. In 1589, the Ottoman Turks sent an expedition to occupy Mombasa and build the castle. In 1593, the Portuguese captured Mombasa and built a larger castle on the harbour headland to overlook and control the port. Because Portuguese missionaries also traveled with merchant ships, the new castle was named Fort Jesus. Fort Jesus is in the shape of a "big" shape, more than 100 meters long and 80 meters wide. The city wall is built on coral rock, 15 meters high and 2.4 meters thick. The gate is covered with spikes about 10 cm long to prevent the collision of elephants. In 1696, the Sultan of Oman began a siege of the castle, and the Portuguese surrendered after two years and nine months of resistance. In 1958, the ancient castle was turned into a museum, displaying historical pictures and cultural relics of East Africa and the new route. Some cultural relics from China are also included, such as the porcelain plates and vases fired during the Xuande period of the Ming Dynasty. Research shows that Zheng He also reached Mombasa when he went to the West, and these cultural relics are probably left at that time.Mombasa · 2.4 km from downtown
Old Town
Old Town is located on the southeastern edge of Mombasa Island and consists of two neighborhoods: Kibokoni in the south and Makadara in the west. As you walk through the old town, you will see diverse architectural styles, where Arabian and Portuguese urban influences intertwine. Here, you can see intricately carved balconies featuring beautiful Swahili wooden doors. Through these doors and balconies, you can view the narrow streets, open-air markets, and winding paths leading to the harbor. You can find many trinkets in the small shops here. The surrounding area is rich in historical sites, and there is even a historical site of a Chinese money exchange within the city.Mombasa · 1.8 km from downtown
Mombasa Marine Park & Reserve
Located off the coast of Mombasa, Kenya, Mombasa Marine Park & Reserve is a shining marine jewel on the East African coastline. This national park encompasses a vast marine area of 22 sq km, extending north fromMombasa Island, and is renowned for its magnificent coral reefs and rich marine life. The park features sprawling coral reefs, seagrass beds, and mangroves, providing an ideal habitat for a variety of marine life. Visitors can experience various water activities here, such as snorkeling, diving, glass-bottom boat tours, windsurfing, and water skiing, to view colorful tropical fish, sea turtles, starfish, sea urchins, and various corals up close. In addition, the park is a great place to spot dolphins and migratory birds, attracting many nature enthusiasts to explore. Whether for ecotourism or marine conservation, Mombasa Marine Park & Reserve is a natural treasure in Mombasa that should not be missed.Mtwapa · 13.8 km from Mombasa
Haller Park
Halle Park, a resort on the northern coast of Mombasa, has a fish farm, a reptile zoo and a wildlife sanctuary where visitors can participate in feeding the animals.Bamburi · 2 km from downtown
Pembe Za Ndovu – Elephant Tusks
Mombasa · 2 km from downtown
Mama Ngina Waterfront
Mombasa · 4 km from downtown
Nyali Cinemax
Mombasa · 2 km from downtown
Wild Waters
Mombasa · 4 km from downtown
Pirates Public Beach
Mombasa · 7.8 km from downtown
Moonshine Beach Bar
Mombasa · 6.1 km from downtown
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What travelers say about Mombasa
Queen motherOctober 10, 2026
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Fort Jesus in Mombasa, Kenya, is a historic fortress built by the Portuguese in 1593. Exploring its ancient walls and architecture was a fascinating journey into Kenya’s rich history and cultural heritage.
Fort Jesus Museum
TaraaaaaNovember 12, 2021
4.0
A mystical place where you will discover unexpected surprises from antiques, historical buildings and many more.
Old Town
非你不渴March 23, 2020
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Mombasa Marine National Park is located on the coast of Mombasa. There are many marine creatures living in the park, such as crabs, sea urchins, starfish, etc. There are also beaches and coral reef parks, which are suitable for diving.
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Welsh LadyAugust 8, 2026
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What an amazing place, fed the giraffes and watched the hippos and crocodiles get fed, awesome experience, can't wait to visit again..
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_TI***euOctober 4, 2026
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A walk along Mama Ngina Waterfront didn't leave much of an impression on me. If you're nearby and have some time to spare, you can stop by for a half-hour stroll along the ocean. But there's no real point in making a special trip to Mama Ngina Waterfront.
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