Condé Nast TravelerSep 13, 2025
12 Best Things to Do in Kampala, Uganda
There are so many reasons to explore Uganda's capital before heading out on safari.
Open-air location on Tank Hill Road.
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- Uganda National MosqueAttractionClimb the minaret for panoramic city views.
- Ndere Cultural CentrePlaceUganda’s most famous dance troupe performs.
- The Rolex GuyRestaurantSpot for Uganda's favorite street food.
- Kasubi TombsSightBurial grounds of four Buganda kings.
- Industrial AreaNeighborhoodArea for stylish nightlife spots.
- Old KampalaNeighborhoodLocation of the Uganda National Mosque.
- MuyengaNeighborhoodLane where The Rolex Guy is located.
- Golden Hill Restaurant & LoungeRestaurantOffers city views from its top floor.
- KololoSuburbKnown for fashionable bars and lounges.
- Casablanca Pub & RestaurantPubExpat favorite bar and club.
- Acacia AvenueNeighborhoodStreet lined with bars and clubs.
- Kabaka’s PalaceAttractionTours end at Idi Amin's torture chambers.
- Owino MarketMarketPacked alleyways with 80,000 sellers.
- East African Craft VillageMarketMarket geared towards tourists.
- The Roots RestaurantRestaurantFeast on matooke and luwombo.
- Lake VictoriaSightAfrica's largest lake.
- Speke Resort MunyonyoParkOffers lakeside views and water sports.
- Lutembe BeachSightWetlands visited by bird watchers.
- Café JavasCaféCozy, artsy haven with hearty breakfasts.
- Endiro CoffeeCaféOpen-air location on Tank Hill Road.
- Tank Hill RoadNeighborhoodLocation of Endiro Coffee.