Getting there
HOW TO GET TO KABAKA'S PALACE, UGANDA
BY CAR OR TAXI TO KABAKA’S PALACE, UGANDA
From Kampala City Center:
- Kabaka’s Palace is located on Mengo Hill, about 3 kilometers from the city center. You can take a taxi or a private car. The journey typically takes around 10-15 minutes, depending on traffic.
- Head West from the city center towards Lubaga Road, then turn onto Balintuma Road, which leads directly to the palace.
BY BODA-BODA TO KABAKA’S PALACE, UGANDA
- Boda bodas are a popular and convenient way to travel around Kampala. They can navigate through traffic more easily than cars.
BY PUBLIC TRANSPORT TO KABAKA’S PALACE, UGANDA
Matatus (Minibuses):
- These are the most common form of public transport in Kampala. You can take a matatu heading towards Mengo or Lubaga and ask to be dropped off near Kabaka’s Palace.
WALKING TO KABAKA’S PALACE, UGANDA
From Nearby Areas:
- If you are staying in a nearby area, walking to the palace is an option. The palace is located in a safe and accessible part of the city.
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Accommodation
KABAKA'S PALACE ACCOMMODATION AND WHERE TO STAY NEAR KABAKA'S PALACE, UGANDA
APARTMENTS NEAR KABAKA'S PALACE, UGANDA
Bukoto Heights Apartments
481-482 Moyo Close, Bukoto, Kampala
Golf Course Apartments
5 Makindu Close, Kololo, Kampala
Kabira Country Club
63 Old Kira Road, Bukoto, Kampala
Speke Apartments
19-21 Wampewo Avenue, Kololo, Kampala
Summit View Apartments Kololo
21/23 Kololo Hill Lane, Kololo, Kampala
The Seventeen
17 Kololo Hill Lane, Kololo, Kampala
BACKPACKERS NEAR KABAKA'S PALACE, UGANDA
Bushpig Backpackers
31 John Babiha Road, Kololo, Kampala
Red Chilli Hideaway Ltd
13-23 Bukasa Hill View Road, Butabika
BOUTIQUE HOTELS NEAR KABAKA'S PALACE, UGANDA
Arcadia Suites Hotel
54a Kira Road, Kampala
Best Western Plus The Athena Hotel
21 Faraday Road, Bugolobi, Kampala
Casa Solada Hotel
Martin's Close, Munyonyo, Kampala
Forest Cottages
17-18 Old Kira Road, Naguru, Kampala.
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64 & 66 Kyadondo Mobutu Road, Makindye,
Le Petit Village Hotel
1273 Ggaba Road, Nsambya, Kampala
The Emin Pasha Hotel & Spa
27 Akii Bua Road, Kampala
Villa Kololo
31 Acacia Avenue, Kololo, Kampala
HOTELS NEAR KABAKA'S PALACE, UGANDA
Protea Hotel By Marriott Kampala Skyz
1 Water Lane Road, Naguru, Kampala
Golden Tulip Canaan Kampala Hotel
1213 Kafu Road, Nakasero, Kampala
Protea Hotel By Marriott Kampala
4 Elgon Terrace, Kololo, Kampala
The Hub Hotel Restaurant & Spa
108 Luthuli Avenue, Bugolobi, Kampala
4 Points By Sheraton Kampala
1 Elgon Terrace, Kololo, Kampala
Metropole Hotel Kampala
51-53 Windsor Crescent, Kololo, Kampala
Hilton Garden Inn Kampala
72 Kira Road, Kampala
Yushili Hotel & Restaurant
31 Acacia Avenue, Kololo, Kampala
Speke Resort Munyonyo
Munyonyo, Kampala
Sheraton Kampala Hotel
Ternan Avenue, Nakasero,
Kampala
Pearl Of Africa Hotel
10 Lugard Road, Nakasero,
Kampala
Silver Springs Hotel
76a/D Port Bell Road, Bugolobi,
Kampala
Onomo Hotel Kampala
18a Akii Bua Road, Nakasero,
Kampala
Aquarius Kigo Resort
Kigo Prison Road, Next To
Mirembe Villas Kigo,
Kampala Serena Hotel
Kintu Road, Nakasero, Kampala
Kololo Courts Hotel
3 Dundas Road, Lower Kololo,
Kampala
Explorers Hub Hotel
4 Lower Kololo Terrace Road,
Kololo, Kampala
Fairway Hotel & Spa
1 Kafu Road, Nakasero,
Kampala
Golf Course Hotel
64-88 Yusuf Lule Road, Kampala
Nanjing Hotel
62b1 Lugogo-Bypass Road,
5th Floor, Lugogo Plaza,
Kololo, Kampala
Safari Inn Uganda
3 Saddler Lane, Naguru, Kampala
Speke Hotel
7-9 Nile Avenue, Kampala
RESIDENCES NEAR KABAKA'S PALACE, UGANDA
Fontis Residences Hotel
40 Kyadondo Road, Nakasero,
Kampala
SUITES NEAR KABAKA'S PALACE, UGANDA
Meilin International Hotel
15 Mackinnon Road, Nakasero,
Kampala
Boulevard Suites
17 &19 Kampala Road,
5th-7th Floor Kampala
Dolphin Suites
26 Princess Anne Drive,
Bugolobi, Kampala
Kampala Suites
Crane Plaza, Cooper Road,
Kisementi,
Prestige Hotel Suites
9 Lumumba Avenue,
Nakasero, Kampala
Royal Suites
18-20 Binayomba Road,
Bugolobi, Kampala
Rivonia Suites
1a - 7a Mbuya Road,
Mbuya, Kampala
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RESTAURANTS NEAR KABAKA'S PALACE, UGANDA
The Copper Chimney Restaurant
Lugogo Cricket Oval, Opposite Lugogo Mall),
Lugogo, Kampala
Yamasen Japanese Restaurant
Tank Hill Park, Tank Hill Road, Muyenga,
Kampala
Mediterraneo Restaurant
Villa Kololo Hotel, 42 Windsor
Crescent, Kololo, Kampala
The Asian Fusion Restaurant
(Fairway Hotel & Spa), 3 Kafu Road,
Nakasero, Kampala
Italian Acchi Restaurant
Spring Road (Opposite Jazz),
Bugolobi, Kampala
Ishaazi Restaurant & Cafe
1515 Kira Road, Bukoto, Kampala
Nyanja Restaurant
Speke Resort Munyonyo, Wavamunno Road,
Munyonyo, Kampala
Lazio Restaurant
47a Upper Kololo Terrace/
Archer Road, Kololo,
Kampala
Piato Restaurant
20 Lumumba Avenue,
Nakasero, Kampala
Linove Restaurant
53 Naguru Drive, Naguru &
The Drop, Tank Hill
Road, Muyenga & Explorers Hub, 4 Lower
Kololo Terrace, Kololo
Climate and when to visit
CLIMATE AND WHEN TO VISIT KABAKA'S PALACE, UGANDA
CLIMATE AT KABAKA'S PALACE, UGANDA
The climate in Kampala, where the Kabaka's Palace is located, is classified as tropical rainforest. This means the area experiences relatively consistent temperatures and significant rainfall throughout the year.
Temperature:
- Average temperatures range from 20°C (68°F) to 27°C (81°F). The warmest months are typically January and February, while the coolest months are June and July.
Rainfall:
- Kampala has two main rainy seasons: March to May and September to November. The heaviest rainfall usually occurs in April and October.
Humidity:
- The humidity levels are generally high due to the frequent rainfall, contributing to the lush greenery around the tombs.
BEST TIME TO VISIT KABAKA'S PALACE, UGANDA
The best time to visit Kabaka’s Palace in Kampala, Uganda, largely depends on your preferences for weather and crowd levels. Here are some considerations to help you plan your visit:
WEATHER CONSIDERATIONS FOR KABAKA’S PALACE, UGANDA
Dry Seasons:
- The most favorable times to visit are during the dry seasons, which are from December to February and June to August. During these months, the weather is generally sunny and dry, making it ideal for exploring the palace grounds and other outdoor activities.
Rainy Seasons:
- The rainy seasons are from March to May and September to November. While the palace is still open to visitors, heavy rains can make outdoor exploration less enjoyable. However, the gardens and surrounding areas are lush and green during these times.
CROWD LEVELS AT KABAKA’S PALACE, UGANDA
Peak Tourist Season:
- The dry seasons also coincide with the peak tourist season. During these times, you may encounter more visitors, but the palace staff are well-prepared to handle larger groups.
Off-Peak Season:
- Visiting during the rainy seasons can mean fewer tourists, offering a more peaceful and intimate experience. Just be prepared for potential rain showers.