Kampala Walking Tour (3 Hours) with Optional Gaddafi Mosque Visit
Kampala Walking Tour (3 Hours) with Optional Gaddafi Mosque Visit
Gain an intimate overview of vibrant Kampala on an exciting walking tour led by a local, ideal for first-time visitors to the Ugandan capital. Visit a combination of top attractions and hidden gems, such as Nakasero Market, The independence monument and the iconic Old Taxi Park.Learn about the important events in Kampala's history with the insights of a local;Taste fresh in-season fruit in local markets and try curious street food like rolex and grasshoppers;Engage with the vibrant people of the city and attempt to out-haggle a local vendor — if you dare;Smell the wonderful aromas of the spice and herbs markets;Enjoy a more personalized experience with small group size.
Book This ExperienceA glimpse of the journey
Your Itinerary
A curated journey through the experience
Bagala Craft
Meeting point (Entrance of craft market) Guide will be holding a black umbrella with the Words "Walking Tour Starts Here"
15 minutesWorld War Monument
First and Second World Wars Memorial monument
10 minutesIndependence Monument
History of Uganda's independence and the monument that embodies the event
10 minutesAmber House Ltd
Statue of Leadership
10 minutesUganda Post Office
Uganda's first post office building. Also a great place to buy and send post cards
10 minutesCafé Javas
Coffee/Water and Toilet Break
10 minutesNakasero Market
Largest fresh produce market in the city. Great for tasting in-season fruit
20 minutesTemple SSDM Shree Sanatan Dharma Mandal
History of Uganda's Indian population and also most popular perch for the city's pigeon population
20 minutesKampala Old Taxi Park
Organised Chaos - Kampala's oldest public commuter taxi rank. Also home to a variety of street food vendors
20 minutesOwino Market/Kampala
Oldest and largest flea market in Kampala. Loaded with spices, herbs and trinkets
30 minutesGaddafi National Mosque
This is an optional stop; travellers may choose whether or not to include this paid attraction, while booking, for an extra 20$
1 hourIncluded
- Local guide
- Use of helmet
- Short Motorbike taxi ride at the end (optional)
- Admission Fees to Gadaffi National Mosque if option is selected when booking
- Entry/Admission - Kampala Old Taxi Park
- Entry/Admission - Uganda Post Office
- Entry/Admission - Gaddafi National Mosque
Not Included
- Food and drinks
- The listed price does not include any parking fees for guests arriving by a waiting private car. City council charges 2000 UGX per hour.
Good to Know
- Not wheelchair accessible
- Children must be accompanied by an adult
- Wear light comfortable clothing and closed walking shoes
- Tour route goes through some crowded public venues. Valuables should be kept to a minimum. Clothing should have deep or lockable pockets.
- Near public transportation
- Travelers should have a moderate physical fitness level
- Face masks must be worn in all public places (markets, buildings) and per government guidelines, expect to wash/sanitise hands and temperature checks at all public entrances
- Face masks required for travelers in public areas
- Face masks required for guides in public areas
- Guides required to regularly wash hands
- Guests are expected to bring own face masks.
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 25 travelers
- Confirmation will be received at time of booking
Tickets & Cancellation
You can present either a paper or an electronic voucher for this activity.
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours in advance of the start time of the experience.