Guided Castle Tour
Step inside Kenya’s most storied stone castle. This guided tour leads you through the grand halls, chambers and gardens of Lord Egerton Castle — about 14 km from Nakuru — and tells the remarkable story of the baron who built it for love.
Experience
Explore the historic Lord Egerton Castle on a guided walk through its grand halls and 52 rooms. Your guide shares the story of Maurice Egerton, 4th Baron Egerton, who laid the castle’s foundation in 1938, and leads you from the Grand Entrance Hall to the study rooms and cellar, and up to the towers with their sweeping views over the grounds.
Afterwards, wander the landscaped gardens and hedge-lined pathways, pause at the picnic lawns, and take in the vestige of colonial opulence that has drawn visitors since the castle opened to the public in 2005. Declared a national monument in 1955, it is today cared for by Egerton University.
About This Activity
Free Cancellation
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Health Precautions
Special health and safety measures are in place
Duration 2 Hours
A relaxed guided walk through the castle and its grounds
Free On-Site Parking
Ample parking is available at the castle grounds for self-drive guests
Highlights
- Guided walk through the historic castle and its 52 rooms
- The legendary ‘castle built for love’ story of Lord Maurice Egerton
- The Grand Entrance Hall, study rooms and original cellar
- Sweeping views over the gardens and grounds from the towers
Includes
- Entry to Lord Egerton Castle
- Knowledgeable local guide
- Guided walk through the castle interior
- Access to the castle grounds and gardens
- All entrance fees
- Transport to and from the castle
- Food, drinks and gratuities
Important Info
- All castle entrance fees are included.
- Tours run daily; please confirm the last entry time when booking.
- Comfortable walking shoes are recommended for the grounds.
- The castle is about 14 km from Nakuru town, off the Njoro road.