Full Day Tour of Addis Ababa with Hotel Pickup and Drop-off

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Addis Ababa, Ethiopia

6 to 7 hours (approximately)
Pickup offered
Offered in: English

Experience the best of Addis Ababa on this comprehensive full-day tour. Your journey includes visits to the National Museum, home to the famous remains of Lucy; the Ethnographic Museum, offering rich insight into Ethiopia's diverse cultures; the bustling Merkato, one of Africa's largest open-air markets; and the historic St. George Cathedral. You'll also take in sweeping panoramic views of the city from the summit of Mount Entoto.

Please Note: Tours beginning in the afternoon do not include a lunch stop. Guests are kindly asked to have lunch before their scheduled pickup time.

What's Included

Blue Badge guide
All entrance fee except Entoto View point
Hotel drop-off
Round-trip shared transfer
Hotel pickup
Transport by air-conditioned minivan or sedan
Alcoholic drinks (available to purchase)
Food and drinks
Mount Entoto

Meeting and pickup

Pickup points
You can choose a pickup location at checkout (multiple pickup locations are available).
Pickup details:

We can pick up our guests at the Airport, apartment, and any other places travelers want to be picked up...

OR
Meeting point
Addis Ababa

We can collect all customers from the airport or Hotel apartment and from residential area

End point
This activity ends back at the meeting point.

Itinerary

Duration: 6 to 7 hours (approximately)
  • 1
    National Museum of Ethiopia

    You will start your city tour of Addis Ababa with the National Museum of Ethiopia. This is one of the best museums in quality and diversity of the exhibits. Archeological exhibits include the 3.5 million-year-old fossil of Lucy (or Dinkinesh – ‘thou art wonderful’- in the native language), a hominoid woman of the specious of Australopithecus Afarensis. The discovery of Lucy’s fossil in 1974 forced a complete rethink of human genealogy, providing that our ancestors were walking 2.5 million years earlier than had been supposed. The National Museum also contains many wonderful artifacts dating back to pre-Axumite civilization. Please note that the National Museum Will be closed on Monday.

    1 hour • Admission ticket included
  • Yekatit 12 Martyrs Square (Pass by)

    Yekatit 12 Martyrs Square Monument is located near the Addis Ababa University and the Lion Zoo. This place has a significant historical background.

    Admission ticket free
  • Chiromeda Market (Pass by)

    Before Moving up to mount entoto we will pass by Chiromeda market. The market has a variety of traditional clothing like Dress, Shawl, Scarf, Bed Cover, Napkins, Mens Shirt, etc... all locally hand made product are being sold here. Stooping here is optional.

    Admission ticket free
  • Meyazia 27 Square Monument (Pass by)

    Myazia 27 Square Monument or Dillachin ( Victory Monument ) The historic monument depicts a Lion of Judah and a circle of relief figures and monumental panels celebrating the liberation of Ethiopia.

    Admission ticket free
  • 2
    Mount Entoto

    we will drive uphill to Entoto, which once was Emperor Minilik II’s permanent camp. Driving the hill there is a considerable drop in altitude and the air is filled with the scent of the Eucalyptus trees which cover the area. From the top, there is a panoramic view of the capital and surrounding countryside. Please note that entrance fee to the Entoto park is not included, If you wish to enter the park the cost will be 20 USD/Person

    1 hour • Admission ticket not included
  • 3
    Ethnological Museum

    We continue our tour of Addis Ababa with visit to the Ethnographic Museum which is found inside the compound of the Addis Ababa University. This museum is very different to the National Museum, but equally absorbing, this museum exhibit, a varied array of artifacts and daily objects related to most ethnic groups living in Ethiopia.

    1 hour • Admission ticket included
  • 4
    Addis Ababa Restaurant | Piassa |

    Lunch at Addis Ababa Restaurant Addis Ababa Restaurant, the first restaurant established in the city over 120 years ago, was a marriage gift to Ethiopian princes from the emperor. This historic venue offers a variety of dining options, making it a great place for lunch. Every Wednesday and Friday, the restaurant features a delicious vegan buffet, but guests can also choose from an extensive menu. Don't miss the opportunity to try the traditional honey wine, known as Tej.

    40 minutes • Admission ticket free
  • 5
    St. George's Cathedral

    Our visit continues with St. George Cathedral, one of the oldest cathedral in Addis Ababa and the most colorful church. Due to renovations the St. George cathedral is closed for sometime, We will take our client for alternatives to the B’atta Le Mariam Church Bata Mariam Church, also known as the Church of St. Mary of Zion, is a prominent Ethiopian Orthodox Tewahedo church located in Addis Ababa. Renowned for its striking architecture and intricate murals, the church serves as a significant place of worship and cultural heritage. It features a unique circular design and is adorned with beautiful stained glass windows that depict biblical scenes. The church is a key site for religious ceremonies and festivals, attracting both pilgrims and visitors alike. Its serene atmosphere and historical significance make it a must-visit destination for those exploring the rich spiritual and cultural landscape of Ethiopia.

    1 hour • Admission ticket included
  • 6
    Mercato Market

    After lunch, city tour of Addis Ababa continues with the visit to Merkato, the largest open-air market in Africa, where almost every possible commodity is on sale.

    40 minutes • Admission ticket included
  • 7
    Tiglachin Memorial

    Tiglachin Memorial is a memorial to Ethiopian and Cuban soldiers involved in the Ogaden War. It was built under Mengistu Haile Mariam on Churchill Avenue in Addis Ababa.

    30 minutes • Admission ticket included

Additional info

  • Specialized infant seats are available
  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
  • Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
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