Walking Tour of Addis Abeba - Discover Addis the Authentic way

5.0 (29 reviews) Addis Ababa, Ethiopia
Duration6h 30m
Free cancellationFull refund up to 24 hours before
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TicketMobile or paper ticket accepted
LanguagesEnglish
Group sizeUp to 10 travelers
Pickup offeredSee the meeting and pickup details below

Overview

We believe offering this kind of tour will enable tourists who cannot afford expensive tours, explore the city in the best possible way. Walking tour will help tourists to experience the authentic and hidden culture of the Ethiopian people.

Guests will see things that they will see if they are driving or other means. It is open for guests to improvise it based on their interest and time

What's included

  • Coffee and/or Tea
  • Lunch

What to expect

  1. Mercato Market
    1h 30m · Admission ticket not included
    Merkato - the biggest open-air market in Africa, is melting point and it best describes the life of Addis Ababa. We believe city tell so many things about the nature of every cities.

    Merkato, our guides have long time experience and will take deep into the actual/authentic part of the market: the Spice market, false Banana food preparations, the old metal and plastic recycling area, incense market, Coffee and other cereals zone. It is full of activities and definitely the best way of exploring the city.
  2. National Museum of Ethiopia
    1h · Admission ticket included
    As we mentioned in our many tours, the National Museum is a perfect introduction to the general history, culture and nature of Ethiopia.

    This is also where the famous human skeleton, Lucy - the most complete human ancestor is displayed.

    After the National Museum, we will be walking down to the central part of Addis Ababa - Piassa and see the King Menelik II Statue at the heart of the city marking the "Zero Kilometer"
  3. 40m · Admission ticket included
    In between our walking/driving tour, we will stop to one of the oldest Coffee Shop to taste the famous Ethiopia Coffee.

    Guests can choose to go here, or experience the typical Ethiopian coffee ceremony at a convenient place.
  4. Tiglachin Memorial
    30m · Admission ticket not included
    This is the only standing memory of the 17 years of Socialism in Ethiopia. This is the Ethio-Cuba friendship monument was built to commemorate the Cuban Solders died during the Ethio-Somalian War, and helped Ethiopia to defend its sovereignty
  5. Meskel Square
    45m · Admission ticket included
    This is the largest open-air area inside Addis Ababa, used for different public gatherings like festivals, concerts, protest and many more. The square is newly renovated to facilitate a great easy walking, sightseeing, sitting for any reason. It is the perfect place to find the trendy Street foods. We will finish the walking tour by enjoying the ' Ethiopian Time Square '

Meeting and pickup

Pickup details

We can set up meeting points a day before the tour. Contact us for more information

Additional information

  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Cancellation policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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