Thika Road has a lot of hidden and exciting places that offer perfect holiday and recreational getaways. 

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Most of the facilities are unexploited as many people tend to visit posh places and high-end malls such as Garden City and Thika Road Mall.

Below is a list of cheap recreational places along Thika Road that you can consider visiting.

1. Leisure Beach

It is one of the hidden gems located in Ruiru, approximately 2 kilometres from the Thika superhighway. It features a scenic dam which offers pleasant opportunities for water sports such as kayaking, boat racing and swimming adventures. 

There is also a restaurant located within, that offers amazing nyama choma delicacies and other fast foods.

2. Rainbow Ruiru Resort

It is also one of Ruiru's finest gems where you can enjoy sumptuous meals, team building activities and swimming adventures at pocket-friendly prices. It also offers accommodation in state of the art guest rooms which are fully furnished with modern furniture.

3. Shooters Haven

It is located in Garden estate, just a few metres from Thika Road. It is a haven for paintball adventures which generally involves shooting of paintballs with a gun. 

4. Funscapes Arcade (Thika Road Mall)

It is mainly a hotspot for children, located at the Thika Road Mall. You can consider taking your kids to the place to enjoy a variety of arcade and ride games. Entry to the facility is always free.