Explore Addis Ababa

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Enjoying fresh juice and smoothies in a café in Addis — Photos: the activity supplier, via Viator

Grave of Sylvia Pankhurst, the famous English suffragette, outside the National Museum of Ethiopia, Addis Ababa — Photos: the activity supplier, via Viator

About this activity

Explore the city with a local guide to show you the sights. Discover the best places to eat, drink and experience genuine Ethiopian culture. Tailor to your tour according to your interests.

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At a glance

Duration: 10 hours
Confirmation: Instant confirmation
Ticket: Mobile or paper ticket accepted
Group: Your group only
People per booking: 1–10
Guide: English, French
Operated by: Venture Ethiopia

Ages: Children (8–17 years) · Adults (18–99 years)

What is included

Included

Included: Private transportation
Included: Tea and coffee: A trip to the famous Tomoca coffee shop
Included: Lunch: Choice of western or traditional Ethiopian food

Not included

Not included: Alcoholic Beverages
Not included: Gratuities

Itinerary

Addis Ababa

4 hours

Despite being a relatively new capital, Addis Ababa has a wealth of interesting museums and historic sights to visit. Make the most of your time in the city by taking one of our guided tours to see some of the highlights of what Addis has to offer.
National Museum of Ethiopia

2 hours Admission included

The oldest museum in Ethiopia, its most famous exhibit is "Lucy", the 3.5 million year old skeleton whose discovery in 1974 demonstrated that bipedal hominids evolved much earlier than previously thought. The museum also holds many other palaeontological and archaeological artefacts, as well as ethnographic and modern art displays.
Holy Trinity Cathedral

one hour Admission included

Built to commemorate Ethiopia's emancipation from the Italian occupation, the cathedral is an important focal point for the Ethiopian Orthodox church. As a place of worship, it is considered second only to the Church of Our Lady Zion in Axum (where the original Ark of the Covenant is believed to be held).
Mount Entoto

one hour Admission included

The site where Menelik II established his capital, Entoto mountain offers excellent views across the Addis Ababa and its surroundings, and a breath of (relatively) fresh air after the hustle and bustle of the city. Visit Menelik II's palace, the church of St. Mary and the Entoto museum.
Shiro Meda Market

30 min Admission included

A chance to shop at the traditional market of Shero Meda
Mercato Market

one hour Admission included

The Mercato is reputedly the largest market in Africa, and is the commercial hub of Addis Ababa. A close-knit grid of streets crammed with stalls, kiosks and shops, you can buy virtually anything here, but be prepared to negotiate!

Meeting point and pickup

You can be picked up from your accommodation or go straight to the meeting point.

Meeting point

Customers can meet us at our office which is within the compound of the Taitu Hotel, or we can pick up customers from any hotel within 6km of the Taitu Hotel.

End point

Customers can meet us at our office which is within the compound of the Taitu Hotel, or we can pick up customers from any hotel within 6km of the Taitu Hotel.

Pickup points

Addissinia Hotel
Friendship International Hotel
Hill Spring Hotel
Harmony Hotel
BON Plaza Hotel Addis Ababa
Ark Hotel Addis
Finfine Restaurant And Hotel
Magnolia Hotel
Grand Eliana Hotel Conference & Spa
Hyatt Regency Addis Ababa
SunSpot Hotel
Adot-Tina Hotel

and 109 more pickup points

Customers can meet us at our office which is within the compound of the Taitu Hotel, or we can pick up customers from any hotel within 6km of the Taitu Hotel.