Central Kampala Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

A panoramic view of a cityscape with a mix of modern and traditional buildings, a clear sky, and distant hills.
A densely populated urban area with a mix of residential and commercial buildings, a prominent road running through the center, and distant hills.
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.

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

Kampala: City Guided walking Tour with Kabaka’s Palace

Kampala: City Guided walking Tour with Kabaka’s Palace

NZ$70
per adult
Kampala: City Guided walking Tour with Kabaka’s Palace
Mabamba Swamp 4 Hour Shoebill Birdwatching Tour From Entebbe

Mabamba Swamp 4 Hour Shoebill Birdwatching Tour From Entebbe

NZ$141
per adult
Mabamba Swamp 4 Hour Shoebill Birdwatching Tour From Entebbe
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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$384 per night from 6 Nov to 7 Nov
NZ$384
6 Nov - 7 Nov
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$93 per night from 9 Nov to 10 Nov
NZ$93
9 Nov - 10 Nov
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! (105 reviews)
"Excellent service , but restaurant Manu items and quality of food needs improvement."

Reviewed on 2 Nov 2026

Koki Hotel
ONOMO Hotel Kampala

ONOMO Hotel Kampala

3 out of 5
18a Akii Bua Rd Kampala Central Region
The price is NZ$190 per night from 5 Nov to 6 Nov
NZ$190
5 Nov - 6 Nov
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 ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (141 reviews)
"We came from US, me and my husband stayed we stayed at the hotel for almost 11 days, the staff at the hotel were so nice, everything was great. we love it and coming back next year. The food was awesome the setup of the hotel lobby is beautiful and all the stuff that we came across were the best. ..."

Reviewed on 17 Oct 2026

ONOMO Hotel Kampala
Fairway Hotel & Spa

Fairway Hotel & Spa

4 out of 5
Plot 1-2 Kafu Road Kampala
The price is NZ$259 per night from 6 Nov to 7 Nov
NZ$259
6 Nov - 7 Nov
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 ...
8.4/10 Very good! (202 reviews)
"Beautiful"

Reviewed on 5 Oct 2026

Fairway Hotel & Spa
Sheraton Kampala Hotel

Sheraton Kampala Hotel

4 out of 5
Ternan Avenue Kampala
The price is NZ$396 per night from 13 Nov to 14 Nov
NZ$396
13 Nov - 14 Nov
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
Golden Tulip Canaan Kampala

Golden Tulip Canaan Kampala

4 out of 5
12b Kafu Road Kampala
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is NZ$357 per night from 4 Dec to 5 Dec
NZ$357
4 Dec - 5 Dec
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 ...
9/10 Wonderful! (107 reviews)
"Great place to be on a business trip. Proper amenities, clean, comfortable, very good restaurant on site and strong internet/WiFi. Staff, always polite and friendly."

Reviewed on 25 Aug 2026

Golden Tulip Canaan Kampala
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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.

Makindye

If you're spending some time in Makindye, Speke Resort and Conference Centre and Lake Victoria are top sights worth seeing.

A congested parking lot with numerous buses and cars, a Coca-Cola billboard, and a crowded street scene.
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.

Nakawa

If you're spending some time in Nakawa, Ndere Cultural Centre and Metroplex Shopping Mall are top sights worth seeing.

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.

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.

Central Kampala Travel Guide

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