1 Day Best Of Kampala City Tour Highlights.

What's Included

Meeting and pickup

Itinerary

• 1
  Independence Monument

  The Independence Monument: This historical feature is one of the rewarding sights in Kampala city. Rising magnificently to the height of 6 meters, the monument commemorates the attainment of Independence in 1962. It is situated at the heart of the city of Kampala amidst Grand Imperial Hotel, Sheraton Hotel and Standard Chartered Bank. It was put up by the British colonial administration a year before the celebration of Uganda’s independence in 1962. This historical feature depicts a man unwrapping a child and raising a child to touch the sky. This demonstrates a new born nation set free from bondage of colonialism”. The independence monument was crafted by Gregory Magoba and unveiled by the first Prime Minister of Uganda Apollo Milton Obote (R.I.P).family. The Edward Muteesa II Monument: This is positioned at the Speke road and Nile Avenue Junction in close proximity to the independence monument. This monument was put up to commemorate Sir Edward Mutesa II the first president of the independent Uganda and the 35th King of the Kingdom of Buganda for his work towards the struggle for independence in Uganda. The facilitation for this feature was footed by the Roofing Limited, Bank of Uganda and Mr. Gordon Wavammuno – a local entrepreneur, finally unveiled by the Kabaka of Ronald Muwenda Mutebi in 2007.

  30 minutes • Admission ticket free
• 2
  Gaddafi National Mosque

  The Gaddafi Mosque: The Mosque has interesting features that can attract both local and international tourists one of them are as; It’s the Minaret or the prayer tower for Muslims. The mosque’s amazing interior that couldn’t miss to see. The mosque has a tower that can give you a clear view of Kampala city.

  1 hour • Admission ticket not included
• 3
  Nakasero Market

  Nakasero Market is the oldest and most known for selling fresh fruit here you will get a chance to see most of this country's food staff. After visiting Nakasero Market, the tour takes you to Uganda bus station (matatu station) you will experience the African public transport setting.

  30 minutes • Admission ticket free
• 4
  Kasubi Tombs

  The Kasubi Tombs are a UNESCO World Heritage site and the burial place of four Buganda kings (Kabakas). The rich history and cultural significance make it a unique place to visit on your Kampala city tour. The Tombs of Buganda Kings at Kasubi constitute a site embracing almost 30 hectares of hillside within Kampala district. Most of the site is agricultural, farmed by traditional methods. At its core on the hilltop is the former palace of the Kabakas of Buganda, built in 1882 and converted into the royal burial ground in 1884. Four royal tombs now lie within the Muzibu Azaala Mpanga, the main building, which is circular and surmounted by a dome. It is a major example of an architectural achievement in organic materials, principally wood, thatch, reed, wattle and daub. The site's main significance lies, however, in its intangible values of belief, spirituality, continuity and identity.

  1 hour • Admission ticket included
• 5
  Kabaka's Palace

  Kabaka's Palace (Lubiri or Mengo Palace) is the royal compound of the Kabaka of Buganda, located in Mengo, a suburb of Kampala, the Ugandan capital. Built in 1885, Kabaka's Palace (Lubiri) is the historic official residence of the Buganda king. Following a 1966 military coup, the palace’s subterranean storage tunnels were used to incarcerate political prisoners. Although the palace’s classic facade has been restored, chilling reminders of the Idi Amin dictatorship remain in the grounds. However, the palace is located on top of Mengo hill which gives spectacular view of the city and other beautiful selling point inside and outside the gate that you will enjoy on your visit.

  1 hour • Admission ticket included

Additional info

• Wheelchair accessible
• Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
• Public transportation options are available nearby
• Specialized infant seats are available
• Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
• All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible

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