Explores the Heart of Addis Ababa city tour

4.8 (28 reviews) Addis Ababa, Ethiopia
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Duration6h 20m
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LanguagesEnglish
Group sizeUp to 25 travelers
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Overview

After breakfast, depart at 8:30 AM with your driver-guide to explore Addis Ababa. Visit Mercato, Africa’s largest open-air market, followed by the National Museum to see Lucy and other ancient fossils. Discover Ethiopia’s diverse cultures at the Ethnological Museum, then enjoy Entoto Park and its panoramic city views. Visit Shiro Meda Market for traditional textiles and finish with an authentic Ethiopian coffee ceremony at Tomoca Coffee before airport or hotel drop-off.
• Explore Mercato, Africa’s largest open-air market
• Discover Lucy and ancient fossils at the National Museum
• Experience Ethiopia’s cultures at the Ethnological Museum
• Enjoy scenic trails and city views at Entoto Park
• Shop traditional Ethiopian textiles at Shiro Meda Market
• Experience an authentic Ethiopian coffee ceremony at Tomoca

What's included

  • Bottle water
  • professional Tour guide
  • Ethiopian coffee
  • private transportation
  • All entrances fees
  • Airport pick up or Hotel pick up and drop off
  • Tips
  • Lunch

What to expect

  1. Mercato Market
    2h · Admission ticket included
    Morning: We will be pick up from your hotel or airport by our driver-guide at 8:30 after breakfast.
    Explore the largest open-air market in Africa, Mercato, on a guided tour.

    Start your tour at Mercato, the largest open-air market in Africa. Covering several square miles, the market employs an estimated 13,000 people in 7,100 business entities. Most of the sessions are for wholesale, including scrap metal recycling, furniture, home electronics, spices, and food items.
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  2. National Museum of Ethiopia
    2h · Admission ticket included
    National Museum: we will vsist National Museum, where you will have the opportunity to explore the incredible collection of human ancestors. Marvel at the ancient hominid fossils, including Lucy, a 3.2 million-year-old specimen, Selam, a 3.3 million-year-old fossil, and Ardi, a 4.4 million-year-old fossil. Additionally, you will have the chance to observe Stone Age tools, providing a glimpse into the early history of mankind.
  3. Entoto Natural Park
    2h · Admission ticket included
    Continues visiting tour at Entoto Park, a beautiful natural reserve on the hills of Entoto Mountain, offering stunning views of Addis Ababa. Enjoy a peaceful hike through the lush trails and explore historical sites, such as the former palace of Emperor Menelik II. After the hike, relax with a traditional Ethiopian coffee at one of the park’s scenic coffee spots, soaking in the surroundings.
    Viewpoint: On the way back, stop at Entoto Park viewpoint for a panoramic view of Addis Ababa city over sunset. Here end of your tour and drop off at hotel or airport.
  4. 20m · Admission ticket included
    Wind down with a traditional Ethiopian coffee ceremony at Tomoca coffee. Ethiopia is the birthplace of coffee, and this ritual is more than just a drink it’s a moment of connection and hospitality. Watch as green beans are roasted, ground, and brewed right before you, then enjoy the rich flavor and aroma of freshly prepared Ethiopian coffee, served with a small snack.

Meeting and pickup

Meeting point

Go to street in bole international airport and turn to in the left in circle area and you look the guide in front of the hotel!

End point

Go to street in bole international airport and turn to in the left in circle area and you look the guide in front of the hotel!

Pickup details

Dear customer,
we will pick you at bole international airport with banner by your name. once, you from the airport you will meet your guide, then, transfer to your hotel.

Additional information

  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
  • 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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