Built in the late 80s and early 90s, Yaya centre is one of Kenya’s oldest and most successful malls.
This expansive mall has weathered dynamic changes, constantly evolving to match the current trends.
Yaya Centre is strategically located in Westlands along Argwings Kodhek Road. Yaya is family-friendly, with a lot of activities for everyone.
The mall is open Mon to Sat from 08:00 am – 9:00 pm and on Sundays from 09:00 am – 6:00 pm.
Below is a list of fun activities you can engage in while visiting this mall
1. Try out foreign dishes at Artfood and Cinnamon restaurants
Yaya centre is the place to be for all food lovers, and if you like to sample new dishes, your first stop should be at Artfood.
The Italian restaurant serves traditional meals like pasta, which will have you questioning your cooking skills, risotto and original pizza recipes, quite nothing like you’ve tasted before.
If you are a lover of spice, you should definitely visit the Cinnamon restaurant for Indian spicy and savoury dishes like Biryani, chicken tikka, chicken masala, and chicken makhani, the list is endless.
2. Have dessert at Cold Stone Creamery
Wondering where to indulge in your cravings as a sweet tooth? Cold Stone Creamery has got you covered with its wide range of Ice cream flavours to choose from, both basic and premium ones.
Craving cake? They serve that as well, just how you like it, moist and in different flavours.
Milkshakes and smoothies are on the menu, all you have to do is order and enjoy since all these desserts are the perfect combination to give you a sugar rush.
3. Shop at Chandarana Supermarket
Yaya Center offers convenience in shopping as it contains a wide range of products under one roof.
Chandarana Supermarket is located within the mall for all your mundane household products.
At the FoodPlus chain store, buy all kinds of groceries, especially those that are hardly found in local markets.
If you have those late-night emergencies where you need supplies from their store, they offer delivery services to customers at a small fee.
4. Shop for locally made attire at One Way
The mall is also home to One Way, which deals in Kenyan-made attire for all patriotic individuals keen on promoting domestic products.
Their main aim is to reduce reliance on foreign products and make use of what we have already.
They deal in locally designed clothes, accessories such as beaded products, scarves, and bags with African print and most of their products are organic.
The attires are for men, women and children alike.
5. Get a makeover at Aristocuts salon
Are you in need of a full-body makeover? If so, then this majestic mall will cater to all your beauty needs.
There are several high-end salons and executive barbershops, such as Aristocuts.
This salon and spa is unisex and offers several services, such as haircuts and facials. You can also unwind at the spa by getting a massage to eliminate fatigue and boost your spirits.
Craving a good body scrub that will leave your skin looking supple? They have you covered in that.
6. But gifts at Rupa’s gift centre and at Enkata Watches
Are you looking to gift a loved one and are in search of gift ideas? Yaya has several gift shops with a wide range of gifts to suit your needs depending on the occasion and budgetary needs.
Rupa’s Jewellers And Engravers offers several gift choices to choose from.
Some of their fast-selling products include watches and souvenirs.
Enkata Watches also offers several gift options for your loved ones, such as watches.
7. Attend interactive events and shows
Yaya Center is famous for its well-curated events and activities that are used to showcase Kenyan work.
One of the events that have been hosted at the mall includes the Sunday Rooftop Maasai Market.
The main purpose of the event is to showcase beautiful Kenyan embroidery and beadwork.
Other regular events include the Yaya Soko, which is an open-air market where different made-in-Kenya products are sold.
The mall is also keen on having promo sales regularly. The Yaya monthly sales are definitely events worth attending when in need of saving money.
The sales are meant to showcase products from Yaya’s leading outlets.
8. Play games in the Kid’s area
All your kid’s needs are also satisfied at Yaya with the regular rooftop Kid’s events.
Some of the leisure activities, well-curated for kids include bouncing castles.
The kiddie experience is further enhanced through exhilarating rides from the well-manned and safe quad bikes.
The activities are available every day from 9 am to 6:30 pm.
