Market on Muindi Mbingu Street is a good source of inexpensive souvenirs.Bargains may be found at street stalls on many of the major thoroughfares, with local traders offering an assortment of goods.

A good selection of native products are available for purchase. Baskets made from sisal are durable and generally well made. Batiks and wax paintings may be found in the larger shops and stalls. With some searching it is possible to find some of very high quality. Tribal beads and bracelets are predominant, and will be presented to you for purchase almost anywhere you go. Check the quality closely and be prepared to bargain before you make a sale. Soapstone from Western Kenya has been carved into an infinite variety of souvenirs, and can be acquired at very affordable prices. Wood carvings are economical and are widely found in every animal shape as well as salad servers and napkin rings. Makonde statues are wood carvings traditionally made from ebony. Watch for fakes made from lighter woods and shoe polish, which can be identified by the lighter weight and scratches showing the true colour of the wood.