Full Day Addis Ababa City Tour

What's Included

Meeting and pickup

Itinerary

• 1
  National Museum of Ethiopia

  Our team will meet you at Bole International Airport in Addis to take you to your hotel. Then, you will take a city tour of the vibrant capital. You will first start your visit with the Selassie (Trinity) Cathedral - the final resting place of Haile Selassie. Then continue to the nearby National Museum - home of Lucy’s 3.2 million years old remains. After the visit, proceed to the Ethnographical Museum found in the Addis Ababa University campus displaying Ethiopia’s diverse cultures. After lunch, you will head north to Entoto Mountain. On the way, you can stop at Shiro Meda to visit the colorful market of traditional clothes. We will finish the day at Entoto which provides a panoramic view of Addis. Here you will also visit the Entoto Maryam church and museum. Time permitting, we will visit Merkato - said to be Africa’s largest open-air market.

  2 hours • Admission ticket included
• 2
  Entoto Natural Park

  Entoto which provides a panoramic view of Addis. Here you will also visit the Entoto Maryam church and museum. Time permitting, we will visit Merkato - said to be Africa’s largest open-air market.

  2 hours • Admission ticket included
• 3
  Holy Trinity Cathedral

  You will first start your visit with the Selassie (Trinity) Cathedral - the final resting place of Haile Selassie.

  2 hours • Admission ticket free
• 4
  Shiro Meda Market

  Shiro Meda, a bustling marketplace in Addis Ababa, Ethiopia, offers a vibrant blend of local culture and commerce. Known for its rich array of traditional textiles, spices, and handcrafted goods, Shiro Meda provides a unique shopping experience that reflects the heart of Ethiopian craftsmanship and daily life. Visitors are captivated by the lively atmosphere, the colorful displays of fabrics like the famous Ethiopian shawls, and the opportunity to engage with local artisans. This marketplace is not just a place to shop but a cultural hub where one can experience the essence of Ethiopian tradition and community.

  2 hours • Admission ticket free
• 5
  Mercato Market

  Mercato, located in Addis Ababa, Ethiopia, is one of Africa's largest open-air markets and a vibrant hub of commerce and culture. Covering a vast area, Mercato is renowned for its diverse range of goods, including fresh produce, spices, textiles, and traditional crafts. The market's bustling atmosphere reflects the heart of Ethiopian daily life, where local vendors and artisans showcase their products. Visitors to Mercato can experience the rich tapestry of Ethiopian culture through the lively interactions, colorful displays, and the array of unique items available. It's not just a shopping destination but a dynamic cultural experience that highlights the traditions and vibrancy of Addis Ababa.

  1 hour • Admission ticket free

Additional info

• Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
• Not recommended for pregnant travelers
• Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
• Suitable for all physical fitness levels
• The duration of the trip is 8 - 10 hours. The remaining one hour is for transportation purposes.

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