Tours & Activities in Kampala
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Important Note for Booking with Children:
We welcome families on our free Kampala walking tour, and children are more than welcome to join without a separate booking! To ensure an accurate count of participants, please only include adults in your booking. If you have children aged 12 or under joining you, there's no need to allocate additional credits for them.
Our tours are family-friendly, and children can tag along for free. We appreciate your cooperation in managing your bookings, as this helps us serve you better and accommodate everyone comfortably.
Thank you for choosing us for your upcoming city walking tour! We're excited to show you the best kampala has to offer.
We want to remind you that our tours operate on a tip-based system. Our passionate guides work hard to make your experience memorable, and if you enjoy the tour, tips are greatly appreciated.
Below is the itinerary for the Kampala tour:
- 1. Meeting Point: Uganda National Mosque (Gaddafi National Mosque)
- Start the tour by gathering participants at the iconic Uganda National Mosque located on Old Kampala Hill. This offers a chance to view Kampala from the top of the tower or minaret, allowing you to see the seven hills of Kampala. This segment also serves as the most substantial theoretical part of the tour. Given that Kampala is noisy and crowded, communication can be challenging
- Gaddafi Mosque:
- Explore the Gaddafi Mosque, a prominent architectural landmark.
- Learn about the mosque's history, cultural significance, and architectural features.
- Owino Market:
- Immerse in the lively atmosphere of Owino Market.
- Engage with local vendors, discover traditional crafts, and taste local delicacies.
- African Fabric Shop (Shopping Stop):
- Pass by the African Fabric Shop for a shopping experience.
- Participants can explore and purchase unique African fabrics and textiles.
- Old Taxi Park:
- Navigate through the bustling Old Taxi Park, the city's transportation hub.
- Gain insights into the park's role in daily life and the city's overall transportation system.
- Hindu Temple SSDM:
- Visit the Hindu Temple SSDM, a significant religious site in Kampala.
- Discover the cultural and spiritual aspects of the Hindu community.
- Nakasero Market:
- Explore Nakasero Market, known for its fresh produce and spices.
- Interact with traders to learn about local ingredients and culinary traditions.
- . Monuments Exploration at Constitutional Square:
- Conclude the tour with a visit to Constitutional Square.
- Explore and learn about the monuments, including the Gorilla Monument, Independence Monument, 1st President's Monument, and World War Monument.
- Bagala Craft Market:
- Visit Bagala Craft Market for handmade crafts and souvenirs.
- Support local artisans and gain insights into traditional craftsmanship.
- Optional: Slum Tour:
- For those interested, embark on a meaningful slum tour experience.
- Understand the challenges faced by the local community and witness their resilience.
Important Notes:
- Participants are encouraged to bring water and a bag for their gadgets.
- The combined tour may extend beyond the normal time, so participants should plan accordingly.
- Guides will ensure an authentic and unforgettable experience, focusing on the rich history, culture, and daily life of Kampala.
Book now to discover the vibrant and diverse aspects of Kampala with our knowledgeable local guide, Musah!
Join the most popular walking tours in Kampala every day at 10:00Am or 2:00Pm, done by our competent local guides and Our walking tour is very unique since it gives you a great opportunity to observe Kampala on a local perspective and from a clear point of view. So we visit the top unique places in Kampala and our tour covers places which don't require entrance fees as listed below.
1.Makerere university
2.Katanga slums.
3.East African craft Market
4.World war memorial monument
5. Independence monument
6.Sir Edward Muteesa Monument
7.Nakasero food and spice Market
8. Hindu temple
9. Old taxi park
10. Fabric shops (African Fabric)
11.Owino daily market
12 Nakivubo Stadium.
PLEASE NOTE 📝
Kampala isn’t very touristic like European cities where they host big groups !! So to earn a living as city tour guide is very challenging !
• And “PRO” means We pay back to guru walks every booking !
• Am also licensed by Uganda tourism board “UTB “ I pay a Licence every year .
Our tour takes 3hrs and 30 minutes and we decided to start charging “20 USD” per person !!
We have been happily giving free tours for over 5 years .
So for now we started charging to enable us paying for our bills.
I hope that’s understandable ! See you soon .
Kampala City walking experience
This tour makes you familiar with the city as you learn about the history, culture, and way of living of the people in Kampala city. It takes you through corners that even the locals don't know also gets you the opportunity to interact with the locals as well as tasting the local dishes.
The tour starts at the Uganda post office, then walk to the market (the oldest and largest), monuments, Gaddafi mosque for the 360-degree view of Kampala, and finally the king's palace to see the torture chambers of Idi Amin.
Highlights:
- Independence monument
- First president's monument
- World war monument
- Oldest market
- Taxi park
- SDM temple
- The first gorilla to be habituated
- Fabric market
- Biggest local market(owiino market)
- Gaddafi Mosque(360-degree view of Kampala city
Awww I am so happy that you chose to explore Uganda. I'm Jacenta born and raised in Kampala Uganda. Kampala is a very busy, congested, tricky yet very beautiful city. It can be overwhelming to explore it on your own as a foreigner so I would love to be the one to show you around and share with you its history and beauty.
1. We will meet up at the city square (don't worry I will show you how fast and cheaply you will get there) we do an introduction and briefing.
2. We will walk a few minutes to the independence monument where I will share with you about its history and take insta good photos.
3. Cross to the opposite route, walk for a few minutes to Nakasero market where we will taste a variety of fruits and our most famous street snack [keeping it a surprise] don't forget to come with cash for this spot.
4. Next we walk to Owino market which is mostly a clothing market. This is perfect for buying souvenirs like the African fabrics so don't forget to come with cash also for this spot. African fabrics are not expensive or cheap so come with a meaningful amount but not over $20 for this spot.
5. We will walk to the new taxi park where our matatus or taxis park. Here I will share powerful tips on how to use our public transport in the most convenient, safe and cheap way. Game changing for my budget travelers.
6. We will go for a lunch break and bathrooms if you are interested then go to the Gadaffi mosque (National mosque of Uganda)
The last time I went there, locals were paying ugx 10k ($2.83) and foreigners pay ugx 20k ($5.66). This amount comes along with a private guide. This being a free tour, I may or not enter with you but the most interesting part at the mosque is going to the top of the canal and have a clear view of the whole Kampala city. Here you will be able to see all spots we have been to in our tour earlier (I just love it so much) This is where the tour will end from.
Whether I enter the mosque or not, I will give you some guidance on how fast and cheaply you can return to your hotel or to the meeting point.
I honestly can't wait to see you and take photos, make friends with you, and above all give you the best experience in the Pearl of Africa.
Useful information:
Please note that this is a Free Tour in which you pay-as-you-want at the end of the tour but there are places or activities in which is necessary to pay in advance as for example at Nakasero and Owino markets (these activities are not included in the price)
Join our exciting walking tour around the vibrant Kampala city and get an intimate overview which is solely led by a local female guide.
The tour includes visiting the top attractions and hidden gems such as monuments, the chaotic Owino market, the iconic old taxi park, tasting fresh in-season fruits in Nakasero market, and the famous Rolex on the streets of Kampala as we share our history and culture with you.
Enjoy a more personalised and memorable lifetime experience with us as we take you around Kampala starting with visiting the monuments( Muteesa ll monument, independence monument, world war monument), Markets (Nakasero market, Fabric market, and Owino market), Religious sites( Hindu temple, optional Gaddafi Mosque)
Book with us, you won't regret it.
Kampala is a very interesting city and home to the happiest and friendliest people in the world.
It has some highs and lows. Join me as we explore the must-see places; the food, (we eat Rolexes) the streets, the markets, and the historical sites.
Come and walk with me.
You will never forget this tour.
The political and cultural history of Uganda. My travelers will be able to tour the kasubi royal tombs, the Gadaffi mosque, the Idi Amin torture chamber, the largest man-made lake in the world (the king's lake), and the king's palace.
I kindly ask travelers to visit the capital of Uganda (Kampala) with me while we have fun. Trust me, you won't regret your time.
Thank you!
Hi everyone! My name is Lydia. I would like to introduce my tour.
I take you through the local food preparation of Green bananas commonly known as (matooke) and the dish commonly known as (Luwombo) in my kiganda culture.
Secondly, I would love to share with my guests the process of making bark cloth from the back of an African fig tree as we walk through the king's palace on Mmengo hill.
It's an interesting experience of harvesting and making barkcloth as you get to look at beautiful paintings done on the tree skin.
The kabaka's palace has several attractions which you shouldn't miss to see if you tour with me. From the canon of Idd Amin in the compound to the torture chambers of Idd Amin down on the palace grounds.
We shall get a chance of walking through the royal mile which takes you to the parliament of Buganda kingdom.
The parliament of Buganda is also another spot that you shouldn't miss to visit as you learn the political history and cultures of the Buganda kingdom.
You will be able to experience the traditional dances of the Buganda Kingdom
The tour begins at the Buganda parliament, then we walk into the royal mile and end in the kabaka's palace where we shall be experiencing the local food preparation, dances, and barkcloth making.
I will be waiting for your bookings!
Kampala is a multi-hill city that has a rich history about Uganda. It is a city with diverse tribes and religions. It best describes the true Ugandan way of life. Kampala is the best first sight in Uganda.
The tour begins at the meeting point of the Uganda National Mosque with your guide. ( The visitor will be required to pay entrance fees to the site, dress in the Islamic dress code, and take a 45-minute tour to see the interior view of the mosque.) Also climb the minaret to have a view of the city of Kampala at its tip .
This will give you the best clue as to how and where we are going to move.
Our next visit will be to King Mengo's Palace to hear the story of the rich history of Buganda and Uganda in general. ( A visitor will be required to pay site entrance fees to take a one-hour tour to view Idi Amin's torture chambers.)
We will head to the city center and walk through Owino Market to experience the organized chaos.
From there we move to the cloth market and stop at a local restaurant to taste local Ugandan food or rolex while enjoying the view of the old taxi park.
Walk through the old tax park to the Hindu temple. ( The temple will not require entrance fees.)
From there to the food market (Nakasero) we will go to the Independence Monument and Sir Edward 2 Monument to learn about the history of Ugandan independence.
Continue to African Village, the artisanal souvenir market where the tour will end.
The tourist will thank the guide for providing the service.
The tour will last 3 hours.
Our tour is unique in that it is free and led exclusively by local female guides. It's an amazing opportunity to see the city and support young guides who are passionate about sharing their history and culture and changing lives in refugee communities. Our city tours include: 1. Independence Monument 2. Sir Edward Muteesa Monument 3. War Memorial 4. The Stride Monument (Chogm 2007) 5. The Sir Apollo Kagwa Sculpture 6. The Craft Market African Village 7.National Theater 8.Nakasero Market 9.Gaddafi Mosque 10.Kampala Nightlife 11.Rolex Experience 12.1000 Cups - Taste of Ugandan Coffee Our tours are mainly on foot so please be prepared to explore the city on foot. We also use secure weddings (local motorcycles where necessary). Our tours are free, so snacks are not provided, but we do stop on the side of the road to sample local delicacies like Rolexes, which are very affordable.