Hidden Gallery Cafe of Lamu

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Traditional Swahili home transformed into a gallery café

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On a Nostalgic Journey Up the Coast of Kenya, From Mombasa to Lamu

"The Hidden Gallery, located on Harambee, the main shopping street in Lamu Old Town, offers visitors a glimpse into traditional homes. Owner Swabir transformed a 17th-century house into a café and gallery, showcasing the rich cultural heritage of the Swahili coast."

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Hidden Gallery Cafe of Lamu

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I tried to find this place on July 30th, 2025, and couldn't find it. A local man led me to Subira Cafe, where a woman is cooking a fresh lunch for the two of us.

Jesse

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Do yourself a favour and visit. Amazing service and fantastic food and drinks! Stepping into this oasis is like being welcomed into the home of an old friend. Can't recommend more highly.

@cntraveler

42,481 Postcards · 5,683 Cities

On a Nostalgic Journey Up the Coast of Kenya, From Mombasa to Lamu

https://www.cntraveler.com/story/on-a-nostalgic-journey-up-the-coast-of-kenya

Hidden Gallery Cafe of Lamu

Ad H.

Google

I tried to find this place on July 30th, 2025, and couldn't find it. A local man led me to Subira Cafe, where a woman is cooking a fresh lunch for the two of us.

Jesse

Google

Do yourself a favour and visit. Amazing service and fantastic food and drinks! Stepping into this oasis is like being welcomed into the home of an old friend. Can't recommend more highly.

Hidden Gallery Cafe of Lamu

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