Namugongo Martyrs' Shrine
Shrine honouring the Uganda Martyrs, drawing hundreds of thousands of pilgrims each year.
Highlights
- Catholic and Anglican shrines
- Martyrs' Day pilgrimage on 3 June
- Museum
- Kampala and Lake Victoria nearby
Best time to visit
Late May to early June for Martyrs' Day; other months are quieter.
Suggested time
1 day
Etiquette & entry
Modest dress.
Getting there & notes
About 30 minutes to 1 hour from Kampala.
Nearest airport
Entebbe (EBB)
Location
Kampala, Uganda
Details are a general guide only. Entry rules, festival dates, permits, visas and travel advisories change; DAABAR will confirm current requirements when you enquire.