Central Kampala Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

A congested parking lot with numerous buses and cars, a Coca-Cola billboard, and a crowded street scene.
A busy market with numerous stalls and people.
A man sitting on a motorcycle parked on a paved area with a metal railing in the background.
A rhinoceros in a dense green forest.

Stay near popular Central Kampala attractions

The Acacia Mall

8.8/10 (207 reviews)
During your trip to Kampala, you can browse for the perfect souvenirs at The Acacia Mall. While you're in the area, wander around the gardens.
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Activities

Point of view of Kampala city at a focal point.

Female Guided Walking Tours Kampala (3 Hours)

NZ$49
per adult
Female Guided Walking Tours Kampala (3 Hours)
Kampala Half Day Walking Fashion and Style Tour with Guide

Kampala Half Day Walking Fashion and Style Tour with Guide

NZ$27
per adult
Kampala Half Day Walking Fashion and Style Tour with Guide
Kampala: Art Workshop with an Expert

Kampala: Art Workshop with an Expert

NZ$82
per adult
Kampala: Art Workshop with an Expert
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Our pick of the best Central Kampala Hotel Deals

Kampala Serena Hotel

Kampala Serena Hotel

5 out of 5
Kintu Road Kampala
The price is NZ$382 per night from 1 Oct to 2 Oct
NZ$382
1 Oct - 2 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury hotel in Kampala. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a full-service spa. Popular attractions Uganda Golf Course and Independence Monument ...
Kampala Serena Hotel
Koki Hotel

Koki Hotel

4.5 out of 5
Plot 4, The Square Kampala Central Region
The price is NZ$103 per night from 1 Oct to 2 Oct
NZ$103
1 Oct - 2 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury B&B in Kampala. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular attractions ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (99 reviews)
"Very nice hotel with wonderful staff and centrally located. Breakfast had great choices and the room was spacious and clean. Stella was very helpful with suggestions."

Reviewed on 18 Aug 2026

Koki Hotel
ONOMO Hotel Kampala

ONOMO Hotel Kampala

3 out of 5
18a Akii Bua Rd Kampala Central Region
The price is NZ$196 per night from 6 Oct to 7 Oct
NZ$196
6 Oct - 7 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this spa hotel in Kampala. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a full-service spa. Popular attractions Uganda Golf Course and Uganda National Museum are ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (133 reviews)
"I liked it"

Reviewed on 27 Sept 2026

ONOMO Hotel Kampala
Four Points by Sheraton Kampala

Four Points by Sheraton Kampala

3.5 out of 5
Plot No. 1 Elgon Terrace Kololo Kampala Central Region
The price is NZ$324 per night from 3 Oct to 4 Oct
NZ$324
3 Oct - 4 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Kampala. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and 3 restaurants. Popular attractions Uganda Golf Course and Uganda National ...
Four Points by Sheraton Kampala
Sheraton Kampala Hotel

Sheraton Kampala Hotel

4 out of 5
Ternan Avenue Kampala
The price is NZ$408 per night from 29 Sept to 30 Sept
NZ$408
29 Sept - 30 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this spa hotel in Kampala. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular attractions ...
Sheraton Kampala Hotel
Fairway Hotel & Spa

Fairway Hotel & Spa

4 out of 5
Plot 1-2 Kafu Road Kampala
The price is NZ$234 per night from 29 Sept to 30 Sept
NZ$234
29 Sept - 30 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this spa hotel in Kampala. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a full-service spa. Popular attractions Uganda Golf Course and Independence Monument are ...
Fairway Hotel & Spa
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Our guide on where to stay in Central Kampala

Find the best Central Kampala areas for the activities you enjoy most.
A cityscape at dusk with a prominent hill in the foreground and a clear sky.

Kololo

While Kololo isn't home to many top sights, Uganda Golf Course and The Acacia Mall are some notable places to visit nearby.

A swimming pool with a view of a lush garden and a tree.
Photo by Olivia-Petra Coman
Open Photo by Olivia-Petra Coman

Ntinda

When in Ntinda, you can plan a visit to Ndere Cultural Centre and The Acacia Mall, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.

A busy market with numerous stalls and people.
Photo by Travelholic Path
Open Photo by Travelholic Path

Nakasero

Nakasero might not have many top sights, but Uganda Golf Course and The Parliament of the Republic of Uganda are two attractions nearby that you can check out.

Muyenga

While there might not be top attractions in Muyenga, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Uganda Golf Course and The Acacia Mall.

A large, beige building with arched windows and a staircase leading up to a balcony.

Bukoto

You might appreciate the forests and restaurants in Bukoto, and if you're interested in seeing more of the area, Kisementi and The Acacia Mall are just a few notable stops.

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