Can you see Kampala in one day?

Yes — a city tour covers the Gaddafi Mosque, the Kasubi Tombs, bustling markets and the cultural sites in a single full day.

What is the best one-day Kampala tour?

A guided city tour taking in the Gaddafi National Mosque, Kasubi Tombs and Owino market gives the best one-day overview.

Is one day enough for Kampala?

One day covers the city itself; Uganda’s wildlife and the Nile need extra days on safari from Kampala.

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Kampala in 1 Day: The Perfect One-Day Itinerary

Only have one day in Kampala? See the city’s highlights. Here is how to spend one perfect day in Uganda’s capital — plus the best-rated tours to book.

At a glance

1Gaddafi Mosque
2Kasubi Tombs
3Markets & city
4Cultural sites

Morning: Gaddafi Mosque

Climb the minaret for city views.

Midday: Kasubi Tombs

The royal Buganda burial site.

Afternoon: markets

Buzzing Owino market and the city.

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from$80/ person

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Kampala in 1 Day: The Perfect One-Day Itinerary

At a glance

Morning: Gaddafi Mosque

Midday: Kasubi Tombs

Afternoon: markets

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