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
Makerere University Guest House

Makerere University Guest House

3 out of 5
University Road, Wandegeya, Kampala, Central Region
Stay at this 3-star guesthouse in Kampala. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Popular attractions Uganda National Museum and Kasubi Tombs are ...
7.6/10 Good! (8 reviews)
"The Guest house needs total renovation."

Reviewed on 14 Aug 2025

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Makerere University Guest House
Kampala Serena Hotel

Kampala Serena Hotel

5 out of 5
Kintu Road, Kampala
The price is AU$279 per night from 6 Nov to 7 Nov
AU$279
6 Nov - 7 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! (216 reviews)
"We loved everything about the hotel, but the surroundings were less than desirable"

Reviewed on 30 Sept 2025

Kampala Serena Hotel
ONOMO Hotel Kampala

ONOMO Hotel Kampala

3 out of 5
18a Akii Bua Rd, Kampala, Central Region
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is AU$172 per night from 7 Oct to 8 Oct
AU$172
7 Oct - 8 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$220 per night from 17 Oct to 18 Oct
AU$220
17 Oct - 18 Oct
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! (150 reviews)
"Very nice oasis in the middle of a very chaotic city. Thoroughly enjoyed the stay."

Reviewed on 26 Aug 2025

Hilton Garden Inn Kampala
Koki Hotel

Koki Hotel

4.5 out of 5
Plot 4, The Square, Kampala, Central Region
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is AU$108 per night from 7 Oct to 8 Oct
AU$108
7 Oct - 8 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4.5-star luxury B&B in Kampala. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular attractions ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (76 reviews)
"Good"

Reviewed on 3 Sept 2025

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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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