About Kampala

Apart from being the capital of Uganda, Kampala is the largest city in Uganda. This city has been very fast in development, as it shows in its population. The population has doubled in the last 12 years. Even if it is close to the equator, the city has good climate conditions due to its altitude. The lovely weather and serene nature bring lots of tourists. The city exports coffee, sugar cotton, tea, and numerous other food and metal products. Have the most memorable time of your travel by going to the gorilla safaris in this city. You will be surprised to know that Kabaka Ssuuna 11, once the King of Kampala, had 148 wives and 218 children. Enjoy your time visiting beaches, zoos, and botanical gardens. If you are an adventure lover, you will have lots to do in this city. Go for rafting, enjoy the thrill of bungee jumping, or increase your heartbeat with speed boating.

Public Transport System

Matatu, Pioneer Bus, Special Hire Taxi, Boda Bodas, Coach Buses

Cleanliness and Efficiency

cleanliness: moderate; efficiency: high

Mode & Cost of Transports

  • Matau: This is three wheeler which you can stop at any place just by raising your hand. this is the cheapest mode of transport in Kampala. The Cost would be around 3000 UGX.
  • Pioneer bus: This is a very nice option to get around town. Best thing is how much ever distance you travel, you will be charged only 800UGX.
  • Special Hire Taxi: This is the safest and fastest option if you are travelling in a group of 4 or 5 people. Cost is usually around 10,000 to 40,000 UGX.
  • Bodabodas: These are the most dangerous way of travel. Avoid them.
  • Coach buses: these are one of the fastest ways of travelling as they move around with a speed of 100 kmph. You need to pay just 10,000 UGX for a 10-hour ride.

Basic Items & Cost

Name Price
Water Bottle UGX 1083.00
Cup of Coffee UGX 8363.00
Milk Carton Pack UGX 2806.00
Rice/Kg UGX 4300.00
White Bread UGX 3089.00
Eggs (12) UGX 6821.00
Combo Meal UGX 25000.00
Fine Dining UGX 55000.00
Bottle of Coke or Pepsi UGX 1546.00
Domestic Beer UGX 4000.00
Imported Beer UGX 5500.00
Bottle of Wine UGX 37500.00
Cigarettes (20 Pack) UGX 7394.00
Taxi ( 1 km ) UGX 2000.00
Ticket in local transport (Single way). UGX 2000.00
Rent ( One Bed Room) UGX 970000.00
  • Do visit the National theatre to enjoy live music, drama, and films.
  • Visit colorful craft villages, you get nice baskets, jewelry and various items of the craft.
  • Do visit 2k restaurant, you get the best Uganda food here.
  • Do pay a visit to Wandegeya Market, you get to see a lot here like salons, boutiques, and Rolex. 
  • Visit the Ndere Cultural Center, you will get to know about the complete Uganda culture.
  • Don’t talk to women about their pregnancies. As there is a high death rate of unborn kids, they may get offended. 
  • Don’t show affection in public, holding hands and kissing is prohibited in public.
  • Don’t wear short skirts, it is expected that women wear skirts below their knee length. 
  • Don’t wash or sanitize your hands before you take food,  just in front of the local people. They get offended as they feel you are trying to show them that they are unclean.

Night Life

Kampala is one of the African cities where you can have the best of nightlife experiences. It's not only safe to wander around at nights but its also one of the most happening places in the entire country. In every street corner, you will find either a club, pub or entertainment center. You will find lots of people enjoying the nightlife here because music and dancing are a part of their life. Ugandan music is a blend of happy-pop and happy-reggae and is pleasant either to just listen to or to tap your feet. Music played in clubs and pubs is generally a mix of Ugandan and R&B, and dancing cannot be avoided. Come and enjoy the nightlife here which is broadly divided into three categories. the first category would be Super pubs where you will find lots of white people on the rocks. One can experience the feel of European night clubs if you visit Real clubs. They are highly populated with Ugandans and you can have rocking experience since they will have great drum beats and numbers which you simply cannot resist to dance to. The last type is the African style clubby pubs. These pubs have pool tables and dance floors.

Must See

  • Visit different monuments in the city, they tell you about the local personalities and national achievements.
  • Do visit the Baha'i temple, apart from a religious monument, you will have an opportunity for bird watching.
  • Visit Kasubi Tombs, it is a UNESCO World Heritage Site. 
  • Visit Uganda crafts 2000 limited. You get export quality products of crafts here.

Experiences

  • Take a Kampala walking tour. You get to see different monuments, have good food, and meet the locals.
  • Go for a 3-day safari tour. You can have a lovely time on this safari.
  • Go for a cycling tour in lake victoria island. You get a chance to tour the countryside.
  • Go for Mabamba swamp bird watching.
  • You can take a cooking tour, where you get to learn popular Uganda dishes and have lunch with the Uganda family.
  • Explore the crater lakes region of Uganda. You get a chance to see wildlife in their natural habitat.

Activities

Shopping

Meat Packers
Flea Markets and Bazaars
Kampala, kampala, Central
Distance From City Center
2.1 km
Kalerwe Market
Flea Markets and Bazaars
Gayaza Road, Kampala, Central
Distance From City Center
2.6 km
Craft Africa
Handicrafts and Souviners
Buganda Road, Kampala, Central 256
Distance From City Center
2 km
exposure africa
Handicrafts and Souviners
Buganda, Kampala, Central
Distance From City Center
2 km
Uganda Crafts 2000 Limited
Handicrafts and Souviners
Uganda Crafts, Bombo Road, Kampala, Uganda, Kampala central, UGANDA
Distance From City Center
3.4 km
The Acacia Mall
Shopping Malls
John Babiha (Acacia) Avenue, Kampala
Distance From City Center
2.1 km
Nommo Art Gallery
Handicrafts and Souviners
Nommo Gallery, Victoria Avenue, Kampala, Uganda, Kampala central,
Distance From City Center
4.1 km
Speaking Roses
Handicrafts and Souviners
851 Rubaga Road, Kampala, Uganda, Kampala central, UGANDA
Distance From City Center
5.8 km
Pioneer Mall
Shopping Malls
City Square, Kampala, Uganda
Distance From City Center
4.7 km
MTN Forest Mall
Shopping Malls
Lugogo By-pass, Kampala, Central
Distance From City Center
5.2 km
Quality Shopping Village
Flea Markets and Bazaars
Quality Shopping Village Namugongo, Naalya-Namugongo Road, Kampala, Uganda, Nakawa, UGANDA
Distance From City Center
10 km
Haruna Shopping Mall
Shopping Malls
Old Kiira, Kampala, Central
Distance From City Center
5.3 km
Nakumatt
Shopping Malls
Kampala Northern By-pass, Kampala, Central
Distance From City Center
5.3 km
Ham shopping mall
Shopping Malls
Makerere, Makerere, kampala, Central 256
Distance From City Center
4 km
Banana Boat Beautiful African Crafts
Handicrafts and Souviners
Lugogo, Kampala, Central Region
Distance From City Center
2 km
Nomo Gallery
Handicrafts and Souviners
Victoria Ave, Kampala, Central Region
Distance From City Center
1.8 km
Majestic Plaza
Handicrafts and Souviners
Street, Kampala, Central
Distance From City Center
0.5 km
  • Woodcarvings Soapstone and leather items
  • Keychains
  • Uganda crested crane magnet
  • Ashtrays
  • Refrigerator magnets embossed with African images
  • Uganda Tote bag
  • Tribal weapons and drums
  • Uganda flag travel mug
  • Postcards
  • Uganda Flag map T-shirt

Official Language

English

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Currency

Uganda Shilling (UGX)

Population

1.51 (Millions)

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Weather

Light Rain 25.7°C

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TimeZone

12:47 PM (GMT +03:00)

 

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Ambulance

112

 

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Police

 

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Type G
Type G ( 230 V 50 Hz)
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Airport Name / IATA Code

Entebbe International Airport - EBB

Best time to visit

January, February, June, July, August, and December - The weather is nice and sultry with the lowest temperature being around 63℉ and the warmest being a usual 90℉.

Moderate time to visit

September, October, and November- The scenery of the savannah reserves is greener – it's low season, resulting in lower rates.

Worst time to visit

March, April, and May - There is heavy rainfall in this season and many places are closed due to heavy downpour.

Taxi

Start Tariff: UGX 5000.00

1 Km. Tariff: UGX 2000.00

1 Hour Waiting Tariff: UGX 12500.00

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