Time to Play in Najjera, Kampala: Hours, Facilities and Family Guide
Amusement and family entertainment in Najjera, Kampala
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A children's play and education centre at Najjera in Wakiso District, with a swimming pool, sandpits, swings, toys and indoor and outdoor activities.
What is Time to Play?
Time to Play sits on Owekitiibwa Muliika Close at Najjera in Wakiso District, on the northern edge of Kampala. It is a children's play and education centre with a swimming pool, sandpits for building sandcastles, swings, toys and both indoor and outdoor activities, set in a green space.
It is popular with local families for birthday parties, and the centre offers costume designers and party packages. The mix of water play, sand and swings makes it particularly good for toddlers and pre-schoolers, and the green setting is a contrast to the city's concrete playgrounds.
The centre provides a green play space with water and sand play, and runs birthday parties for local families.
💡 Money-saving tips for families
- Good for toddlers Shallow pool and sandpit
- Book ahead for parties The centre is popular for birthdays
- Bring a change of clothes Sand and water play get messy
Is it right for your child's age?
| Age group | Verdict | What to expect |
|---|---|---|
| 0-2 years | Good | Sandpit and shallow pool with an adult |
| 3-5 years | Great | Swings, sand and toys |
| 6-9 years | Good | Pool and outdoor play |
| 10-12 years | Okay | Near the top of the age range |
| 13+ years | Poor | Too young an offering |
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Key details
- Address
- Owekitiibwa Muliika Close, Najjera, Wakiso District, Kampala
- Opening hours
- Daily, daylight hours (confirm)
- How long to plan
- 1 to 2 hours
- Suitable ages
- All ages (best for toddlers to primary age)
- Setting
- Both
- Booking
- Walk-in; book ahead for birthday parties
- Payment accepted
- Cash and mobile money on site
What to expect when you visit
Pay at the entrance and let the children move between the pool, sandpit, swings and indoor play areas. The green grounds give them space to run.
Allow an hour or two. It is a good toddler option, with shallow water and sand play, and the party packages are popular at weekends.
What if...?
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Is it good for toddlers?
Yes, the shallow pool and sandpit are ideal.
Can we book a birthday party?
Yes, the centre runs party packages.
How much is entry?
Charged per child - confirm on arrival.
Family essentials
- Suitable age bands
- 0–2 years
- 3–5 years
- 6–9 years
- 10–12 years
- 13+ years
- Safety notes
Supervise children in the pool and sandpit, and check the depth of the water before toddlers go in.
Tickets and costs
- Toddler entry (0 if free)
- Free
- Ticket notes
Entry is charged per child; current rates are not published consistently, so confirm on arrival. Birthday party packages are priced separately.
- Parking
- Free
- Free entry rules
- No
- Extra costs (activities, rentals, food)
Swimming pool, sandpit, swings, toys, indoor and outdoor play, birthday parties
- Food and drink per person (estimate)
- Free
- Return transport (estimate, flat)
- Free
- Transport estimate note
- Matatu to Najjera, then a short boda boda ride
Plan your visit
- Combine with
- Kabira Country Club
- Wonder World
- Uganda Museum
- What to bring
- Swimwear
- towel
- change of clothes
- sun hat
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Frequently asked questions
- What are the Time to Play opening hours?
- Daily, daylight hours (confirm).
- How long do you need at Time to Play?
- Plan for 1 to 2 hours.
- What payment methods does Time to Play accept?
- Time to Play accepts Cash and mobile money on site. It does not accept cash.
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