About Kampala
Kampala is the capital of Uganda, home to around 1,680,600 people.
Best time
The dry season for the most comfortable travel
Weather
Largely warm year-round with distinct wet and dry seasons
Experiences
Things to do in Kampala
1
National Theatre
2
Nommo Gallery
3
Uganda Museum
4
Uganda National Mosque
5
Bahai Temple
6
Kasubi tombs
7
Wamala tombs
8
Namirembe Cathedral
Budget travel
Free things to do in Kampala
Uganda National Mosque
Bahai Temple
Namirembe Cathedral
Mostly free or pay-what-you-like — always double-check opening times and any seasonal fees before you go.
Plan your trip
Suggested itinerary
- 1
Day 1
Icons & landmarks
- Visit National Theatre
- Visit Nommo Gallery
- Visit Uganda Museum
- Eat at Great Wall
- 2
Day 2
Culture & neighborhoods
- Visit Uganda National Mosque
- Visit Bahai Temple
- Visit Kasubi tombs
- Eat at Fang Fang
- 3
Day 3
Markets, parks & hidden corners
- Visit Wamala tombs
- Visit Namirembe Cathedral
- Visit Boda boda tour around town
- Eat at Pizza or BBQ night at the Red Chilli Hideaway
Where to eat
Great Wall
Fang Fang
Pizza or BBQ night at the Red Chilli Hideaway
The Roots Restaurant
The Lawns Restaurant & Lounge Bar
Biyani House Uganda
The Bistro
Where to stay
- Already 2
- ABC Plaza
- Lusam Inn Resthouse
- Heights City Annex
- Marie Hotel
Shopping
- Owino market
- Nakasero market
- Exposure Africa Crafts Village
- Garden City
- Uganda Crafts 2000 Ltd.
- Kasumba Square Mall
Nightlife
- Evening out in Kabalagala
- Evening out in Bukoto
- Expat night at Bubbles O’Leary’s
- Clubbing in the Industrial Area
- The Lawns Restaurant & Lounge Bar
- Cafe Javas
Museums & culture
- Nommo Gallery
- Uganda Museum
- Uganda National Mosque
- Bahai Temple
- Namirembe Cathedral
In pictures
Kampala gallery
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