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Kampala Downtown Free Walking Tour with a Guide

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Kampala Downtown Free Walking Tour with a Guide

Explore Kampala on a free tour that shows the city through local life. Walk from the Old Taxi Park through bustling transport hubs, colorful food markets, and lively trading stalls for an authentic taste of Kampala’s culture and energy.

Old Taxi Park After an early breakfast, you will meet up with your guide at Martin Road, Old Kampala, and you will be guided and briefed about the day’s tour. Move to the old tax park, observe the rhythmic chaos of Kampala’s busiest public transport hub. Watch taxis load and unload passengers in tightly choreographed movement. Enjoy street life photography, conductors calling routes, and vendors weaving through taxis. Nakasero Market Explore Kampala’s largest fresh-produce market full of fruits, vegetables, and spices. Try Ugandan favorites such as pineapple, mango, jackfruit, or passion fruit. Visit the upper shops around the market to see other general goods. Interact with friendly vendors eager to discuss local foods and ingredients. Owino Market Owino market is one of the largest and busiest markets in Kampala, Uganda, located near the downtown area. It was established in 1971 and hosts around 50,000 traders. Explore Uganda’s largest and most energetic market, famous for secondhand clothes, shoes, local fabrics, and more, with your guide leading the way, and navigate through the maze of stalls while engaging with the local vendors. Owino market is vital for affordable goods.

Meeting point

St. Mary's Computer Technologies Ltd, Sarah Mall, Martin Road, Kampala, Uganda

Before you go

Length
About 2h
Languages
English
Usual start times
09:00, 10:00 (Kampala time)
Coming up
120 departures in 3 months, 12 this week

Questions about this tour

How much does this tour cost?

Nothing up front. You book for free and tip your guide at the end. Many travellers tip around €5 to €15 per person, depending on the length and quality of the tour.

How long does it take?

About 2h.

Where does it start?

The meeting point is St. Mary's Computer Technologies Ltd, Sarah Mall, Martin Road, Kampala, Uganda. The map on this page shows the exact spot.

What languages is it in?

Upcoming departures are in English. Pick your language in the calendar to see only those.

When does it run?

120 departures are listed in the next three months, 12 of them in the next 7 days, usually at 09:00 and 10:00. Times are local to Kampala.

Do I need to book?

Booking is a good idea: groups are limited and popular times fill up. Create a free Tripsora account, pick a day and time, and press Book to finish with the tour provider.

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