Hire a Taxicab Driver for a City Tour in Kampala
One of the interesting places to see on a tour in Uganda is Kampala. This is the capital city and it has a wealth of pretty allures. Make sure to explore it before you leave. To have the best experience at a cheap cost, don’t hesitate to hire a taxicab driver.
He will mainly transport you around the corners of this breathtaking city in the central part of the country. The driver will come for you at your residence in Kampala or he can pick you up in Entebbe town, at the Airport or any other nearby area. Take a step and confirm in advance.
You get a quote that includes the car, fuel, and driver commission. We usually give our clients a chance to cater for entry fees wherever it is needed at the various tourist attractions visited. Moreover, breakfast and lunch are on you.
You can ask the driver of the best restaurant in Kampala where you can stop for some minutes and have something to eat. After, the tour we take you back to your residence or drop you off at the Entebbe Airport for your return flight. Below are the major attractions you visit on a day tour in Kampala city.
Places to see
Uganda museum
This is the country’s main museum. You find all the history about Uganda and various ancient art pieces here. It is open for visitors daily from Monday to Friday. The museum is located in Kamwokya near the British embassy and the offices of the Uganda Wildlife Authority. Entry to this place is at a cost and once inside, you are given a local guide who will take you around while feeding you with different information.
Kasubi tombs
Located in Kasubi, this cultural site belongs to the Buganda kingdom. It is the main burial place for the Kings of the Buganda kingdom. It is seated on a large piece of land with several structures constructed using local building materials like grass, timber and more. Entrance to this place is also at a cost.
Bahai temple
Seated on Kikaya hill along Gayaza road, the Bahai temple is a place of worship for the Bahai faith. It is the only found on the African continent. The temple was opened was opened in 1962 and it is still existing up to now. It receives a lot of visitors daily who go there to get more information about the Bahai faith. From this temple, you as well enjoy breathtaking views of Kampala city. Its entrance is free of charge.
Namugongo martyrs shrines
Another thing to see in Kampala are the Uganda martyrs shrines in Namugongo. This religious site is unique and attracts a crowd of Catholic and Anglican believers who converge here on 3rd June every year to honor the martyrs who were killed by Kabaka Mwanga II. If you need more information about the Uganda martyrs, this is the right place to visit.
Gaddafi mosque
This religious structure belongs to the Moslem believers and it was built by the president of Libya, currently the late Muammar Gadhafi. This is the largest mosque in East Africa and it is located at the Old Kampala hill. The mosque impresses visitors with its unique structures and breathtaking views of the city.
Local markets
If you love local markets, Kampala has some for you. These include Nakasero market, Owino, Kalerwe and Nakawa market. These markets vend local agricultural products, second hand clothes, shoes and local food. If you need to taste Uganda’s local food, there is a lot for you in these markets especially Nakasero and Kalerwe. The experience is worth it.
For a city tour in Kampala, don’t wait to arrange with us. The reservation agent will draft for you a plan to follow for the day depending on what you need to see. You can decide to start with the Uganda museum, connect to the shrines in Namugongo. From there, continue to the temple and end with the Kasubi tombs, Gadhafi mosque and the markets.
Just out of Kampala, there is another interesting thing to see and this is the Uganda equator. It is about 85 kilometers from the city center and a drive requires not less one hour. When you reach here, you take some photos while posing at the line, visit the craft shops and enjoy some coffee.