Makerere Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

Popular places to visit

Ndere Cultural Centre

Ndere Cultural Centre

You can spend an afternoon browsing the exhibits at Ndere Cultural Centre during your trip to Kampala. While you're in the area, wander around the gardens.

Ndere Cultural Centre

Makerere University

Enjoy the student vibe when you visit Makerere University during your trip to Kampala. Amble around the area's gardens or visit its shops.

Makerere University

The Acacia Mall

During your trip to Central Kampala, you can browse for the perfect souvenirs at The Acacia Mall. While you're in the area, wander around the gardens.

The Acacia Mall

Rubaga Cathedral

Rubaga Cathedral is just one of the places to see in Kampala, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Amble around the area's gardens or visit its shops.

Rubaga Cathedral

Embassy of the United States

Embassy of the United States is just one of the places to see in Kampala, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels?

Embassy of the United States

Speke Resort and Conference Centre

After visiting Speke Resort and Conference Centre, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Kampala. While you're in the area, wander around the gardens.

Speke Resort and Conference Centre

Our pick of the best Makerere Hotel Deals

Hotel Jfrigh

Hotel Jfrigh

3 out of 5
Makerere Kikoni, Nanfubambi Road, Kampala
Stay at this 3-star business-friendly hotel in Kampala. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Popular attractions Kasubi Tombs and Destreet Art ...
8/10 Very Good! (4 reviews)
"Nothing"

Reviewed on 6 Dec 2023

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Hotel Jfrigh
Kampala Serena Hotel

Kampala Serena Hotel

5 out of 5
Kintu Road, Kampala
The price is AU$268 per night from 22 Nov to 23 Nov
AU$268
22 Nov - 23 Nov
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 5-star luxury hotel in Kampala. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a full-service spa. Popular attractions Uganda Golf Course and Independence Monument ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (221 reviews)

Reviewed on 9 Oct 2025

Kampala Serena Hotel
ONOMO Hotel Kampala

ONOMO Hotel Kampala

3 out of 5
18a Akii Bua Rd, Kampala, Central Region
The price is AU$189 per night from 25 Oct to 26 Oct
AU$189
25 Oct - 26 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3-star spa hotel in Kampala. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a full-service spa. Popular attractions Uganda Golf Course and Uganda National Museum ...
9/10 Wonderful! (67 reviews)
"Extremely noisy on Fri/Sat/Sun nights! Booming music, the windows even shake; this is not a place for restful retreat. But it does the job for a quick in-city stay."

Reviewed on 19 Aug 2025

ONOMO Hotel Kampala
Hilton Garden Inn Kampala

Hilton Garden Inn Kampala

4 out of 5
Plot 72 Kira Road, Kampala
The price is AU$224 per night from 1 Nov to 2 Nov
AU$224
1 Nov - 2 Nov
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star golf hotel in Kampala. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and 2 restaurants. Popular attractions Uganda National Museum and The Acacia Mall are ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (151 reviews)
"Very good"

Reviewed on 18 Oct 2025

Hilton Garden Inn Kampala
Fairway Hotel & Spa

Fairway Hotel & Spa

4 out of 5
Plot 1-2 Kafu Road, Kampala
Stay at this 4-star spa hotel in Kampala. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a full-service spa. Popular attractions Uganda Golf Course and Independence Monument ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (185 reviews)
Great great overall
"I would have given a perfect score if it was not for a small glitch , I was waken up by some guests discussing accross my door at 1 am , while this is to be on the guest one has to admit the room is rather easily disturbed by external noise which makes it a bit of an issue when you need some very ..."

Reviewed on 1 June 2025

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Fairway Hotel & Spa
Golden Tulip Canaan Kampala

Golden Tulip Canaan Kampala

4 out of 5
12b Kafu Road, Kampala
The price is AU$339 per night from 24 Oct to 25 Oct
AU$339
24 Oct - 25 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star spa hotel in Kampala. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a full-service spa. Popular attractions Uganda Golf Course and Uganda National Museum ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (94 reviews)
An enjoyable experience
"I had a great time at the hotel, a perfect place for those on business trips."

Reviewed on 26 Sept 2025

Golden Tulip Canaan Kampala
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Other neighbourhoods around Makerere

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Kyebando

While visiting Kyebando, you might make a stop by sights like The Acacia Mall and Uganda National Museum.

Kyebando
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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.

Nakasero
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Kololo

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

Kololo
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Bukoto

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

Bukoto
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Naguru

Naguru might not have many top sights, but The Acacia Mall and Uganda National Museum are two attractions nearby that you can check out.

Naguru
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Ntinda

When in Ntinda, you can plan a visit to The Acacia Mall and Uganda National Museum, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.

Ntinda

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