Things to do in Kampala 2024 : Kampala city is located in the central region of Uganda and about 37 square kilometers away from Entebbe international airport, the city is the one of the largest cities in Uganda and also the capital of the country.

Having a visit at the city will permit one to experience some of the best kinds of safaris in town even before one gets to go deep into the different destinations in the pearl of Africa.

Kampala city is situated a few miles away from the shores of Lake Victoria, which provides chances to individuals to capture the classic views of the lake. Kampala city is considered as the best place one can visit if they have their big interests in learning and exploring within the historical and cultural tourism of Uganda.

And besides visiting the historical sites there are other more interesting Uganda safari activities to do in Kampala like exploring; religious sites, political installments, bars and discotheques, restaurants, shopping malls, recreation centers and many others.

Things to do in Kampala 2024

Take a Boda Boda Ride: Experience the local mode of transportation by taking a ride on a boda boda (motorcycle taxi). It’s a quick and adventurous way to navigate through the city, despite of the fact one has to be sure that are safe while taking this ride carry along things such as helmet and take boda boda rides from the boda stages in order to be safe from thieves.

Visit the Uganda Museum: Explore Uganda’s cultural heritage and history at the Uganda Museum. It houses a diverse collection of artifacts, ethnographic displays, and traditional musical instruments and a visit to the destination will permit one to understand more about the pearl of africa’s darkest history right from before independence to the date history.

Explore the Kasubi Tombs: The Kasubi tombs are situated in the Northwest part of Kampala city on the Kasubi Hill and they are managed under the UNESCO because it is known as a cultural significance and historical hence making it the best place to visit and get to know about the history of the Kabakas of Buganda.

Go to the Namugongo Martyrs Shrine: Visit this religious site dedicated to the Ugandan martyrs who were executed for their Christian faith. The shrine attracts pilgrims from all over East Africa, especially during the annual Martyrs Day celebration on June 3rd.

Walk through the Owino Market: get yourself shopping in the vibrant atmosphere of Owino Market, where you can find a wide range of goods, including textiles, crafts, spices, and fresh produce.

Relax at the Uganda National Botanical Gardens: Enjoy a peaceful day surrounded by nature at the Botanical Gardens as you get to sight some of the over 1000 bird species in the country at the gardens and also get to learn more about the variety of plant species all around.

Take a Boat Cruise on Lake Victoria: Lake Victoria, one of Africa’s Great Lakes, is close to Kampala. You can take a boat cruise on the lake, enjoy the scenic views, and even visit some of the nearby islands and also get to enjoy other activities such as fishing and also visiting the local areas around the lake.

Visiting the Bahai Temple: The Bahai Temple is the only temple of the Bahai faith in the whole of Africa and it was constructed on Kikaya hill along the outskirts of Kampala city. This Bahai temple helps in increasing the people faith and their levels of humanity as it helps understand better all the religion entails. Bahai faith originated from Persia/ Iran and the surrounding environment inside the temple is so calm and charming while the outside is beautiful and well-manicured gardens. However, individuals planning to visit this temple should note that people are not allowed to take photos while inside the temple due to the fact it is against the faith’s rituals and virtues.  This Bahai temple is always open on a daily basis from 8:00 am to 6:00pm but the main service is always held on Sunday.

Experience the Nightlife: Kampala has a lively nightlife scene with numerous bars, clubs, and restaurants. Popular spots include Kabalagala, Acacia Avenue, and Kololo areas.

Attend Cultural Performances: Check out cultural performances featuring traditional music, dance, and storytelling. The Ndere Centre is a notable venue for such performances.

Try Local Cuisine: Explore Ugandan cuisine by trying local dishes like matoke (cooked green bananas), posho (maize porridge), and rolex (chapati rolled with eggs). Visit local restaurants and street vendors to savor the authentic flavors.

Explore Kabaka’s Lake: Kabaka’s lake is located in Ndeeba and it is famously known and most visited because it is known as the largest man-made lake in Africa, which is 200 feet deep. Get to also know the history surrounding the lake told by the local people.

The Buganda Parliament: The Buganda parliament always holds meetings every month and the king “Kabaka” of Buganda attends only the opening and the closing sessions of the meetings. Visiting this parliament will provide you with chances to learn more about the history of Buganda, its former kings and the Fifty-six different clans.

Apart from the mentioned above, there are so many safari activities to do Kampala city that make your tour worth it and these include; touring around old Kampala, Kibuli mosque, the Kabaka’s palace in Lubiri and Mengo, Uganda Martyrs shrines in Namugongo, Namirembe Cathedral, Rubaga Cathedral,