7-Hour Kampala Guided Walking Tour: Explore Cultural Sites and Idi Amin's Torture Chambers
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Embark on a 7-hour guided walking tour in Kampala, Uganda. Explore cultural sites, visit Idi Amin's torture chambers, and learn about the Buganda Kingdom's traditions. Enjoy a stress-free and fun experience with a small group.
Duration: 7 hours
Cancellation: 1 day learn more
Highlights
  • Kasubi Tombs - This is the burial ground for Buganda kingdom and it’s situated on one the Seven hills where originally Kampala started to develop! It’s a UNESCO world heritage site ! And you get the opportunity to learn History of Buganda king dom.

  • Gaddafi National Mosque - The biggest mosque in Uganda and East Africa with a great view of Kampala ! We shall hike the minaret of 304 staircases and enjoy the view of Kampala! And the interior is very beautiful .

  • Kabaka’s Palace - The official palace of Buganda King we shall be able to learn History of Buganda King dom and see the King’s remain and torture chambers of Idi Amin !

  • World War II Memorial - It was built by the colonial government to commemorate Ugandans who died in world wars.

  • Independence Monument - We shall learn the history of Uganda after the independence the significance of the monument.

  • Bagala Craft - It’s the biggest craft market in kampala and most of the material are made in East Africa !
    So we shall stop and buy souvenirs for those interested.

  • Temple SSDM Shree Sanatan Dharma Mandal - Hindu temple ! It’s very remarkable was built by Indians in 19th century
    during the colonial error!
    Was built by sandstone and the architecture is very Unique!

  • Nakasero Market - The oldest food and spice market.
    Here we get to see different food which is grown in Uganda but also the fruits !

  • Old Taxi Park - The biggest taxi park in Kampala
    We call this the organized chaos of Kampala here you get to know how you can move through the country using Public transport.

  • Owino Market - The biggest market in Kampala
    Selling second hand clothes which are sent from Europe but also other things like food, vegetables and
    Local herbs etc.

What's Included
  • Admission fees included
Additional Information

we will go on a slow pace, without stress, we will have fun, with a small group, it will be a fun experience,
Kasubi tombs is a UNESCO site it’s the burial ground for Buganda Kingdom it give you a great opportunity to learn about the culture and traditions of Buganda kingdom! Having been situated on the hill it also has a great view of Kampala!
And Gaddafi mosque is very beautiful with a unique architecture and the view from the Minaret is very stunning!
And from the Kings palace you get to see the torture chambers of Idi Amin !
Exploring Markets , monuments and temples is very rewarding since you learn History of the country!

Location
Makerere University Main Gate
The tour guide will be standing outside Makerere university main gate!
Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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Spacolino
Aug 5, 2023
Unique experience - Wow just wow. This guy is a legend. Very detailed and fun tour through all varaitions of Kampala! True local Ugandan experience! Would recommend while in Kampala for sure. Worth the money and time.
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