维多利亚购物中心(Victoria Mall Entebbe)位于恩德培机场路约 4 公里处,是大部分旅行者进入乌干达后的第一个现代化补给站。这里距离恩德培国际机场(EBB)仅 10 到 15 分钟车程,每天早上 8 点准时开门营业直到晚上 22 点,不仅是采购生活物资的超市中心,更是处理换钱、办卡等落地琐事的首选地。
落地乌干达如果没在机场办好电话卡,来维多利亚购物中心补办是明智的选择。商场一楼分布着 MTN 和 Airtel 的官方营业厅,这两家是乌干达信号覆盖最广的运营商。办卡需要出示护照原件并进行现场拍照录入,整个流程大约耗时 20 分钟。建议直接在这里购买流量包,通常 10GB 的流量价格在 30000 到 50000 乌干达先令之间。这里的营业员对游客业务非常熟练,会帮你把网络设置调好后再交回手机。
商场内的 Metropolitan Forex Bureau 换汇点通常比机场柜台的汇率要好一些。如果是拿着美金来换,务必带 2009 年以后发行的大额面值美钞,因为小面值钞票的汇率会低不少。换钱的时候记得数清零钱,乌干达先令的面值很大,几百万先令揣在兜里很常见。由于商场有正规安保人员,在柜台换完钱直接放进包里相对安全,不需要像在路边小店那样提心吊胆。
维多利亚购物中心的核心锚点是家乐福超市(Carrefour Market),它在 2021 年接手了原先的 Shoprite。对于准备前往伊丽莎白女王国家公园或布恩迪森林追踪大猩猩的游客来说,这里是囤积矿泉水、防蚊喷雾和高能量零食的最后一站。超市里的进口商品很多,虽然价格比当地市场贵,但品质有保障。如果你需要购买乌干达特产咖啡豆或茶叶作为伴手礼,家乐福货架上的选择比机场免税店要丰富且便宜得多。
说起这里的餐饮,Cafe Javas(当地人简称 CJs)绝对是招牌。这家店的早餐分量大到惊人,一份经典的乌干达式早餐足以支撑你半天的野外行程。旁边的肯德基(KFC)则是寻求稳妥口味的安全牌。如果你想尝试点不一样的,商场里也有中餐厅和中东料理。在这里吃饭的一大好处是有稳定的免费 Wi-Fi 信号,很多商务人士会带着电脑在 CJs 坐一个下午办公,氛围非常轻松。
维多利亚购物中心紧邻 Best Western Premier Garden Hotel,这也是很多旅行者落地第一晚的住宿地。商场门口的交通很方便,如果你要去附近的恩德培植物园(Entebbe Botanical Garden),步行也就 15 分钟左右,不过午后阳光很毒,建议花 2000 到 5000 乌干达先令打个摩托车(Boda Boda)。商场自带一个大型地面停车场,保安会核查每一辆进入的车辆,安全性在当地算是顶级的。
如果是为了打发赶机前的闲暇时间,商场二楼还有电影院。不过要留意恩德培去往机场的路况,虽然只有 4 公里左右,但遇到修路或特殊活动时,这段路偶尔也会堵车。建议在航班起飞前至少提前 3 小时从商场出发,确保万无一失。
该购物中心距离恩德培国际机场约 4 公里,不堵车的情况下开车 10 分钟左右即可到达。从机场打车前往商场通常收费在 10 到 15 美金之间,建议出发前查看官网或地图确认实时路况。
可以,商场内设有专业的药房(Pharmacy),能够买到防疟疾药物、高效防蚊喷雾以及基本的肠胃药。药剂师通常可以说流利的英语,能根据你的旅游路线给出具体的用药建议。
维多利亚购物中心整体每日 08:00 营业至 22:00。不过内部各别店铺如电影院的最后一场放映通常在 20:00 左右开始,而部分电信营业厅在周日可能会提前关门,建议早去办理核心业务。
商场内没有官方的行李寄存处,但如果你是商场隔壁 Best Western 酒店的住客,可以将行李免费托存在酒店前台。普通游客如果带着大量行李,建议在用餐时选择视线较好的露天位,并时刻看管好私人财物。
Wole Awe As a tourist in Entebbe, your visit to this vibrant city must include a stopover at the mall, the Victoria Mall. It is a hub of sorts. It's well located on the Entebbe - Kampala Expressway with an arts and craft center right opposite it. The Mall is home to KFC, Bata, Carrefour Hypermarket. Got a pack of Chicken Biryani from Carrefour - would recommend this, it was yummy. For coffee lovers, the store offers a modest collection of Ugandan and Kenyan coffee beans at fairly good prices. Though the shops in the Mall are not yet fully occupied, the Cinema and children's play arena are crowd pullers. And of course, the cafe and the outdoor lounge are also a must visit. Let's go there, again.
Mahmoud Tikail It's the largest mall in Entebbe with a good variety of restaurants within There is Carrefour supermarket and cinema A car parking lot is available most of the time and it's Free
EZZELDDEEN Haggaaz (الشيخ عزالدين) Had a visit with my family to cafe javas Victoria mall....really the staff and the entire crew are amazing, cheerful, smile full Had a great dinner......service was excellent and fast
Kyagulanyi Jacob Victoria mall is vibrant mall is a bustling hub of activity and a premier destination for shoppers, diners, and entertainment seekers alike. Nestled within this expansive complex is Cafe Javas, a beloved restaurant known for its cozy ambiance and a diverse menu that spans from hearty breakfasts to delectable dinners. Nearby, KFC serves up its iconic fried chicken, drawing in crowds with the irresistible aroma of its secret recipe. For those craving something different, the Middle East restaurant offers a culinary journey through aromatic spices and traditional dishes, providing a taste of far-off lands. The mall's cinema is a state-of-the-art facility, featuring multiple screens and the latest in audio-visual technology, making it the perfect spot to catch the latest blockbuster or enjoy a classic film. Carrefour supermarket caters to all shopping needs, from fresh produce and groceries to household items and electronics, ensuring convenience for every visitor. The mall is also home to various telecom service centers, providing easy access to mobile services, internet plans, and the latest gadgets. Wide parking spaces are a hallmark of the mall, accommodating a large number of vehicles and ensuring a hassle-free experience for drivers. The green grass areas offer a serene spot for relaxation, perfect for taking a break from shopping or enjoying a quiet moment. Children's playgrounds are thoughtfully designed, providing safe and fun environments for kids to play and explore. To round out the experience, several hotels within the mall complex offer comfortable and luxurious accommodations, making it an ideal destination for both locals and tourists seeking a complete and satisfying experience.
Ronnie Kagulire Absolutely the best mall in Entebbe! This palce has got everything you need from high-end restaurants, to fast food places, supermarket, cinema, forex bureau, kids play area, jewelry shops, craft centers, a hotel, mobile phone shops, salons, pharmaceuticals, boutique, and banks, all with good security, ample parking space and an amazing view of Lake Victoria. It is also pretty close to Entebbe International Airport. I highly recommend it!