Wandegeya, Kampala

#53 among attractions in Kampala

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Wandegeya is a neighborhood within the city of Kampala, Uganda's capital and largest metropolitan area. The name is derived from the weaver birds, which used to inhabit the area prior to the 1990s. ()

Coordinates: 0°20'0"N, 32°34'32"E

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Wandegeya – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Nearby attractions include: Uganda Museum, Uganda National Mosque, Watoto Church, Nommo Gallery.

0.5 miE
Specialty museum, Museum
Uganda Museum, Kampala
14 min walk • The Uganda Museum, nestled in the vibrant city of Kampala, stands as a testament to Uganda's rich cultural heritage and history. Established in 1908, it is the oldest and largest museum in Uganda, offering visitors a comprehensive look into the country's past...
1.3 miS
Mosque
Uganda National Mosque, Kampala
34 min walk • The Uganda National Mosque is a towering landmark and a significant place of worship located in the heart of Kampala, the bustling capital city of Uganda. This magnificent mosque holds the distinction of being one of the largest mosques in Sub-Saharan Africa, with a...
1 miS
Church
Watoto Church, Kampala
26 min walk • Nestled in the heart of Kampala, Uganda, Watoto Church stands as a beacon of faith and community spirit in the bustling city. This vibrant church is not just a place of worship but a hub of social and spiritual development for many Ugandans.
1 miS
Concerts and shows, Theater
Nommo Gallery, Kampala
25 min walk • Nestled in the heart of Kampala, Uganda, the Nommo Gallery stands as a beacon of the city's vibrant artistic community and cultural heritage. Established in 1964, this esteemed venue is not only a gallery but also incorporates elements of a theatre, where the fusion of...
0.7 miS
Library
National Library of Uganda, Kampala
19 min walk • Nestled in the heart of Kampala, the National Library of Uganda stands as a beacon of knowledge and a cornerstone of intellectual resource for the nation. Established to foster an enlightened and informed Ugandan society, this library provides a vast collection of...
0.7 miW
Library
Makerere University Library, Kampala
19 min walk • Nestled within the bustling city of Kampala, Makerere University Library stands as a beacon of academic excellence and scholarly resourcefulness. As the heart of one of the oldest and most prestigious universities in Africa, this academic library is integral to the...
1.2 miE
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Kololo
32 min walk • Kololo is a hill in Kampala, the largest city and capital of Uganda. The name also applies to the upscale residential and commercial neighbourhood that sits on that hill.
1.5 miSW
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Namirembe Hill, Kampala
40 min walk • Namirembe is a hill in Kampala, Uganda's capital and largest city. It is also a common name given to girls in several Baganda clans. Namirembe comes from the Luganda word "mirembe" meaning peace. Namirembe loosely translates into Full of Peace. Legend has it that this hill was a gathering place for celebrating peace or war victories.
1.2 miSW
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Naakulabye, Kampala
32 min walk • Naakulabye, also Nakulabye, is a neighborhood within the city of Kampala, the capital and largest city in Uganda.
1.3 miNE
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Mulago
33 min walk • Mulago is a hill in north-central Kampala, the capital city of Uganda. The hill rises 4,134 feet above sea level. The name also applies to the neighborhoods that sit on this hill.
1 miNE
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Kamwookya
25 min walk • Kamwookya, sometimes spelled as Kamwokya, is a location within the city of Kampala, Uganda's capital and largest metropolitan area.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Which popular attractions are close to Wandegeya?

Nearby attractions include Makerere University School of Health Sciences, Kampala (8 min walk), Makerere Kikoni, Kampala (11 min walk), Uganda Museum, Kampala (14 min walk), Makerere University Library, Kampala (19 min walk).

How to get to Wandegeya by public transport?

The nearest stations to Wandegeya:

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Mulago Hospital (5 min walk)
Nilestar bus park (24 min walk)