Kabaka’s Palace (Lubiri) Attractions & Things to do

Ends at: Uganda Museum
Pick-up: 08:30AM or 01:00PM / Drop-off: 02:00PM or 06:00PM

Trip Overview:
Kampala is the capital and largest city in Uganda. The city is subdivided into 5 divisions; Central division, Kawempe division (North), Makindye division (South), Nakawa division (East) and Rubaga division (West) respectively. Kampala started as an urban settlement in in 1890 with the arrival of Sir Frederick Lugard on Old Kampala hill, later in 1900 it became Uganda’s capital following the signing of the Buganda agreement and in 1950 the city got its first mayor. This tour is the easiest and safest way to explore Kampala, its people, its history and economic engagements. After this tour, you will become a storyteller! This is a private guided tour ensuring a personalized service and authentic experiences!

Highlights:
Kampala’s historical monuments
Religious Temples
Visit Buganda Kingdom
Gadhafi Mosque
Makerere University
Uganda Museum
The 7 hills of Kampala
Explore local Markets


Duration: 7 to 8 hours.

Its an informative, breathe taking experience that makes theb visitor get a clear insight into the country's culture, heritage, traditions, and history of Buganda kingdom.
Duration: 3 to 4 hours.

The Kampala boda boda / Motorbike Tour is the best way to explore Kampala's capital city as we show you all corners of Kampala city including slums (ghettos), Religious sites, Markets and a chance to test our most popular snack (Rolex). The stunning city of Kampala was originally seated on 7 hills but today sprawls to over 20 hills with plenty of tourist sites for one to visit like Bahai Temple, Kalerwe market, Gaddafi Mosque, Lubiri Palace, Royal mile, King's Lake, Downtown Kampala, and the Catholic Cathedral.
All Our Motorbike / Boda boda drivers have excellent communication skills, driving Experience and Comply with all the road Requirements, with Motorbikes that are thoroughly checked to ensure Maximum Safety.
Duration: 6 hours 50 minutes.

Kampala sightseeing tour is one of the best tours you can take: you’ll leave with a great overview of what the city has to offer. And if you are staying, you’ll have a wonderful base to decide how to spend the rest of your time in the city and what you want to explore next. We designed this 4-hour chauffeured tour where you can visit 3-4 sites that combines the comfort and efficiency of a private driver with the knowledge and personal touch of a private guide, to show you the top Kampala tourist highlights: Kasubi Royal Tombs, Kampala Central Mosque, Uganda Museum, Independence Monument, Namirembe Cathedral, Kabaka’s Palace, Ndere Cultural Centre,St Mary’s Cathedral Rubaga, Bahai House Of Worship with your Kampala private guide.
Duration: 5 hours.

We make sure that our travelers visit places of their choices, maximum security is maintained for travelers and their properties.
Duration: 5 to 16 hours.

We'll hike 304 staircases at Gaddafi mosque, which provides the best view of Kampala while also allowing us to see the seven historical hills where Kampala first began to develop!

At the King’s Palace, we will give you a great history of Buganda's kingdom as well as take a closer look at Idi Amin’s torture chambers! 

Kasubi royals' tombs are a UNESCO site, but they tell you much about Buganda’s culture and traditions.
Duration: 3 hours.

The Kampala boda boda (motorbike) tour offers a unique and immersive way to explore the vibrant capital city of Kampala. With experienced drivers who are well-versed in the city's layout and attractions, participants can expect a comprehensive tour that covers various aspects of Kampala's culture, history, and daily life.

Some of the highlighted tourist sites on the tour include the Bahai Temple, Kalerwe market, Gaddafi Mosque, Kabaka's Palace, Royal Mile, Kabaka's Lake, the cathedrals, Owino market, and downtown Kampala.

Additionally, participants will have the opportunity to indulge in one of Kampala's most popular snacks, the Rolex, adding a delicious culinary element to the tour.

Safety is a top priority, with all motorbikes thoroughly checked to ensure maximum safety and drivers who possess excellent communication skills and driving experience. Moreover, they strictly comply with all road requirements, ensuring a secure and enjoyable experience for all participants.


Duration: 6 hours.

Ends At: Uganda Martyrs Shrine
Pick Up: 08:30AM / Drop Off: 06:00PM

Trip Overview:
Kampala is Uganda's capital - and it is subdivided into 5 divisions; Central, Kawempe(North), Makindye(South), Nakawa(East) and Rubaga (West). Kampala started as an urban settlement in 1890, later in 1900 it became Uganda’s capital following the signing of the Buganda agreement and in 1950 the city got its first mayor. This tour is the easiest and safest way to explore Kampala, its people, its history and economic engagements. After this tour, you will become a storyteller! This is a private guided tour ensuring a personalized service and authentic experiences!

Highlights
Kampala’s historical monuments
Temples (Indian and Baha’i)
Buganda kingdom
Gadhafi Mosque
Kasubi Tombs
Makerere University
Uganda National Museum – closed
Visit the Martyrs Shrine
The Martyrs Museum
Taste a local meal
Spot the 7 hills of Kampala
Souvenir shopping


Duration: 9 to 10 hours.

Enjoy a unique and informative experience through Buganda Kingdom’s rich cultural heritage giving you a chance to know more about the hidden history of the Buganda kingdom the oldest Kingdom in Uganda dating back to the 13th Century and headed by traditional kings, called “Kabaka”.

While on this Tour, you will experience an authentic, traditional culture with a Ugandan social life through traditional artefacts, craft making, spiritual healing, storytelling and traditional food tasting. With a range of cultural sites in Kampala and the Buganda Kingdom at large, one can book this Best Cultural tour of Kampala to visit sites like Buganda King’s palace, Royal Mile, Torture Chambers, Kabaka’s Lake, Kasubi tombs, Wamala Tombs, Totems of Buganda and end the Tour with a visit to the Craft Market for Souvenir Shopping
Duration: 10 hours.

The Kampala tour makes you know more about Uganda the pearl of Africa at large and get the everlasting memories.It will be the evidence to people that you visited Uganda.The informative and experienced guides will make your tour un forgettable.
Duration: 2 to 5 hours.

Discover the vibrant culture and history Kampala city on our a motor bike tours. Visit the iconic sites like to enjoy local snacks and experience like before.

Our clients are also given a chance to visit their places of preferences;

Places of visit are Gaddafi mosque, Kabaka's Palace, Owino Market, Ola Tax Park, independence monument, local food, slam area, Uganda museum , Baha’i temple,

The tour will be experienced on motorbikes or walking
Duration: 5 to 8 hours.

This tour will bring you to the main sites of Kampala City to create a memorable experience and adventure for our guests on this full-day walking tour.
Duration: 6 to 7 hours.

The boda boda is Uganda's most common and popular mode of travel. There's no better way to truly visit and get around the capital, than by taking a thrilling boda ride. Explore five of Uganda's most iconic attractions and discover Uganda's history and culture. The tour also provides an opportunity to taste both local street food and a generous spread of Ugandan staple foods for lunch.
Duration: 6 hours.

“Entebbe” translates as “seat” where Buganda Chiefs used to execute legal cases – It was once a British colonial administrative centre (1893). Situated on the shores of Lake Victoria, Entebbe is nature based and offers numerous beaches, history and wildlife sites.
Take it down to Kampala: Spend your calm night at Gazelle Guest House, waking up to explore the city’s iconic landmarks. Kampala is the capital and largest city in Uganda, subdivided into 5 divisions; Central division, Kawempe (North), Makindye (South), Nakawa (East) and Rubaga (West) with the seven hills.

Highlights:
Uganda Reptile Village
Kigungu historical site
Shoebill sights at Mabamba
Uganda Wildlife Education Centre
Entebbe Botanical Gardens
Tour Nakiwogo Market
Buganda Cultural trail
Visit the Baha’i Temple
Buganda Palace and pictorial
Traverse Old Kampala
Explore Local Markets
Historical Monuments
Uganda National Museum
Uganda Martyrs Shrine
Gadhafi National Mosque


Duration: 2 days.

Murchison falls Tour, With Budongo forest in the south, Rift Valley escarpments, open amidst scattered trees in the northern part of the park, Murchison falls, Uganda’s largest park, protects a chunk of untamed African savannah bisected by the mighty River Nile. Within the park are mighty falls forming splendid roars as the water thrusts through a narrow gorge.
Duration: 5 days.

Enjoy a comfortable drive around Uganda's capital city and visit four of Kampala’s most iconic attractions. Explore the history, architecture and culture of our capital with our driving tour of the city's most celebrated Attractions. Guests may choose any four of: The Lubiri Palace, the Gadhafi Mosque, the royal tombs at Kasubi, the Baha’i temple, the martyr’s Shrine at Namugongo, the National Museum, the Rubaga and Namirembe Cathedrals, the martyr’s shrine at Munyonyo.
Duration: 7 hours.

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!

Duration: 7 hours.

Enjoy an afternoon and evening of learning and engaging with Uganda's rich history and culture through stories, song and dance. This experience starts you off with a historical tour of the major cultural sites in Kampala, explaining the history, traditions and stories of Buganda and Uganda. The highlight of the tour is the 2 hour traditional dance show that comes with a tasty barbecue and soft drinks. Great for solo travelers, and even better for families
Duration: 7 hours.

Many tourists come for mostly the animals but I think culture has so much to offer. Discover the Ganda culture, traditions and norms.We shall discover the relationship between the crown and the people of buganda kingdom, how the kingdom is set up politically and the relationship between Uganda the nation and the kingdom.We shall discover the social structure of the kingdom of buganda by discovering the different clans and their roles in the kingdom. We shall discover the period of adjustment, the state and the kingdom clashed, we'll see Id Amins torture chambers hidden in mengo palace. We shall see the"kabaka's lake "a man made lake commissioned by kabaka mwanga.
We shall witness the beauty of buganda architecture in places like the tombs at kasubi and wamala.We shall discover aspects of the traditional beliefs and religion of baganda, places like the tombs and at katereke ditch where we shall walk inside the shrines with bare feet and see some rituals performed.

Duration: 6 to 12 hours.

This tour is unique because it will help you appreciate the diverse Ugandan culture. The Kasubi tombs tour and Lubiri tour will help you appreciate Buganda culture. The ndere culture tour will help you enjoy traditional dances picked from the 52 tribes of Uganda.
Duration: 10 hours.

Experience the vibrant and diverse capital of Uganda with this immersive 1-day Kampala city tour. Explore the highlights of the city and gain a deeper understanding of Uganda's rich cultural heritage and history. Begin your journey by visiting the King's palace, where you can learn about the traditional customs and royal history of Uganda. Marvel at the architectural splendor of the iconic Gaddafi Mosque and enjoy panoramic views of the cityscape. Discover the striking Bahai Temple, a symbol of religious diversity in Uganda. Explore the historic Kasubi Tombs, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, and delve into the fascinating stories of Ugandan royalty. Immerse yourself in the bustling atmosphere of the local taxi parks, observing the vibrant transportation modes that define Kampala's unique character. This 1-day city tour offers an unforgettable glimpse into the cultural, religious, and historical fabric of Uganda's capital.
Duration: 2 days.

Kampala is a melting pot of cultures, with over 50 different ethnic groups represented in the city. This private city tour offers the opportunity to explore this cultural diversity through visits to landmarks such as the Uganda Museum, cultural centers, religious sites, and vibrant markets like Owino Market.

This private tour provide opportunities to interact with locals, learn about their customs and traditions, and experience the warmth and hospitality of Ugandan culture firsthand.
Duration: 5 to 6 hours.

Kampala has plenty of things to do such as touring the Uganda museum which is the oldest museum found in East Africa, the heritage Center's like the kabaka’s palace, Kasubi tombs which are the burial grounds of Buganda kings, kabaka’s lake which is the old man-made lake in Africa, art galleries and craft markets along Buganda road, browsing the stalls of the chaotic Owino market not forgetting the local foods and yummy Rolex!, wandering the leafy streets of the affluent Nakasero market. Wonderfully made religious centers, the Rubaga and Namirembe cathedrals, and the Ghaddafi mosque which has a 90 angle view of the Kampala city and the only Bahai temple on continent. Well, all different cultures of more than 49 ethnic groups we have in Uganda can be experienced at Ndere troupe Centre.
Duration: 12 hours.

well this tour gives you a clear understanding of kampala since you explore all the hidden gems of Kampala ! The King’s palace give you a great introduction of Buganda kingdom and learn it’s culture and traditions !
Originally Kampala Started from the Seven hills so you will be able to observe the Historical Land marks which were built on the hills !
The view from Gaddafi mosque
After hiking 304 staircases is very stunning and greatly rewarding !
And exploring the markets, temples monuments and down town allows
You to understand Kampala from a broader perspective!!
From the independence monument you learn the history of Uganda after the independence!

Duration: 6 hours.

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Our expert guides will share the stores and secrets of Kampala, revealing the city's hidden gems and local favorites. You'll experience the warm hospitality of the Ugandan people, and take home unforgettable memories of this incredible city.
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Duration: 4-5 hours
Guide: Knowledgeable and friendly local guide
Meeting Point: Cariboo Restaurant, any time from 8am to 5pm
Duration: 5 hours.

Enjoy a comfortable drive around Uganda's capital city and visit four of Kampala’s most iconic attractions. Explore the history, architecture and culture of our capital with our driving tour of the city's most celebrated Attractions. Guests may choose any four of: The Lubiri Palace, the Gadhafi Mosque, the royal tombs at Kasubi, the Baha’i temple, the martyr’s Shrine at Namugongo, the National Museum, the Rubaga and Namirembe Cathedrals, the martyr’s shrine at Namugongo
Duration: 8 hours.