Top 5 Things To Do When You Hire A Car In Kampala City

Kampala city is not only Uganda’s capital but also a top tourist spot used as a base for exploring Uganda. The city has tight security, good communication and a transport network making it easy for travelers to explore any part of the capital whether on self-drive or with a driver. The best way to explore the city is if you hire a car in Kampala city from a trusted car rental agency, you wont have to worry about getting squeezed with a bunch of strangers, losing your luggage or arriving late at your preferred destination in a private rental car.

Are planning to tour Kampala city this season and still wondering what to do during the holiday?, below are 5 interesting things to do when you hire a car in Kampala city with a driver or on self-drive adventure.

1- Visit cultural sites – One of the most interesting things to do when in Kampala city is touring some of the most popular cultural sites to learn more about Buganda’s traditions and history. Most of the tourist attractions in Kampala can be easily accessed found within the city center and outskirts and these include Kasubi tombs, Kabaka’s lake, Namugongo martyrs shrine, Kabaka’s palace, Ndere cultural center, Bahai temple, Uganda musuem among others. The entrance fees range from US$ 5 to 15 per person with most open from 7 am to 7 pm.

2- Shopping– Another interesting thing you can do when you car hire Kampala with a driver or on self drive trip is shopping especially if you are going upcountry on a safari or business trip. There are a variety of shopping malls and local markets where you can buy all the stuff you want including eatables, crafts, sourvenirs among other things you might need during the trip. Top shopping malls and markets in Uganda include Shoprite, Garden City, Acacia Mall, Forest Mall, Owino Market among others.

3- Hangout at the nightclubs – Kampala is a city that never sleeps and rightly so given the late-night parties on every corner of top streets in Kampala city. Go mingle and interact with locals while dancing and listening to some of the best local and international music. Enjoy a local brew or international liquor as you dance the night away at some of the top nightclubs in Kampala including Govnur, Silk, Beverly Hills Bar, Casablanca, Illusion, Ambiance, Soho, Capital One among others. Entrance at nightclubs is free but some clubs charge between US$ 5 to 10 for entering.

4- Visit local dish restaurants – Another way to experience Uganda’s culture is by trying out their cuisine through local and international standard restaurants. There are a variety of night and day restaurants on almost every street in Kampala so they shouldn’t be hard to find in a rental car. Top local dishes to try out include Matooke, Pilawu, G-nuts, fish stew, Rolex, Posho & beans, Luwombo, Cassava among others all for only US$ 1 to 5 per plate.

5- Watch sports – Kampala has a majority of sports ground spread across all corners of the city where you can go and catch up with Uganda sports entertainment. There are various sports played during the week and weekend mostly during day time and these include Uganda football leagues, rugby, basket ball, netball and volleyball among others all with easy-to-access stadiums or fields. Top sports arenas in Uganda include Mandela National Stadium, Kyadondo Rugby Grounds, MTN Arena Lugogo, YMCA Wandegeya among others.

So if you are planning to explore Kampala city and wondering what you will be doing throughout the holiday, we hope you can choose from the above 5 for inspiration. To book a rental car in Kampala city for self drive or driver-guided tour, simply get in touch with us by sending an email to booking@4x4carrentaluganda.co.ug or call / WhatsApp on +256786897000 to talk or chat with our reservations personnel.