sue gardens
Sue Gardens is a historic estate on River Drive that dates back to the 1960s, originally built as a private colonial residence before undergoing extensive restoration to become one of Nairobi's premier wedding venues.
sue gardens is an estate destination wedding venue in Nairobi, Kenya, hosting up to 150 guests (Aisle estimate), where a wedding for 80 guests costs about KES 1,020,000 (our estimate), reached from Jomo Kenyatta International Airport (NBO), 45-60 minutes depending on traffic. Best months: February, July, August, September.
About sue gardens
Sue Gardens is a historic estate on River Drive that dates back to the 1960s, originally built as a private colonial residence before undergoing extensive restoration to become one of Nairobi's premier wedding venues.
The property retains its original architectural character while incorporating modern amenities, offering 3.5 acres of manicured grounds and multiple event spaces.
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Perfect for outdoor activities. The surrounding is calm and quiet.
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Money
- A wedding for 80 guests
- About KES 1,020,000, rooms extraAisle estimate
- Price
- KES 150,000 to KES 400,000 venue feeAisle estimate
Getting there
- Nearest airport
- NBO, 60 min by carAisle estimate
Venue highlights
- 1960s colonial estate with full restoration completed in 2018
- 3.5 acres of landscaped gardens with river views
- Capacity for 20-150 guests across indoor and outdoor spaces
- On-site accommodation with 12 guest rooms available
A sample wedding weekend
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- 2:00 PMGuest arrival and check-in at accommodation
- 6:00 PMWelcome dinner and rehearsal
- 7:00 AMBreakfast service begins
- 10:30 AMGuest arrival and garden ceremony setup
- 11:00 AMCeremony begins in garden pavilion
- 12:30 PMCocktail hour in riverside garden
- 1:30 PMReception dinner and dancing indoors
- 10:00 PMEvent concludes
- 9:00 AMBrunch before guest departure
Costs and booking details
- Getting there
- NBO · about 1 h by carAisle estimate
Guests fly into Jomo Kenyatta International Airport.
- Weather window
- July – September
The months the weather is kindest, with February mild too. Weather does not indicate whether a date is available.
- Direct line
- 0722 832619
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Questions about the venue
What is the venue's history?+
Sue Gardens was constructed in 1962 as a private residence during Kenya's post-independence era. The estate underwent comprehensive restoration between 2016-2018, preserving original stonework and architectural details while upgrading infrastructure for events.
Can we host both ceremony and reception here?+
Yes. The estate features a dedicated ceremony garden, a covered pavilion for receptions, and an indoor hall, allowing couples to host all wedding events on-site.
Is accommodation available for guests?+
Yes, the property includes 12 guest rooms on-site, with options for additional nearby accommodations within a 5-10 minute radius.
What catering options are available?+
The venue allows external caterers or can recommend preferred partners. Kitchen facilities are available for caterer use.
What is the weather like during wedding season?+
The riverside location provides natural cooling.
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Sources and booking notes
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