Addis Ababa: Layover Tour with National Museum & Merkato
ID: GYG1171752-1796170
Category:
Country: Ethiopia
Duration:
02:00 hours
Description
Make the most of your layover in Addis Ababa with a private guided tour. Visit the National Museum, Entoto Mountain, Mercato, and St. George Cathedral.
Turn your layover in Addis Ababa into an exciting adventure with a private guided tour of the city's highlights in just a few hours.
Start at the National Museum of Ethiopia, home to “Lucy,” a famous 3.2-million-year-old fossil that changed our understanding of human history.
Next, visit Entoto Mountain, the highest point in the city, where you can enjoy breathtaking views of Addis Ababa and the beautiful highlands around it.
Then, dive into the vibrant atmosphere of Mercato, the largest open-air market in Africa, filled with thousands of vendors offering spices, textiles, handicrafts, and more—a true feast for the senses.
Take a break and experience a traditional Ethiopian coffee ceremony, an important ritual that reflects the country’s rich coffee culture.
Finally, visit the historic St. George Cathedral, one of Addis Ababa’s oldest churches, known for its unique octagonal design.
Highlights
- Discover the highlights of Addis Ababa on a private guided tour
- Visit the National Museum of Ethiopia and see the famous “Lucy” fossil
- Enjoy breathtaking views of the city from the top of Entoto Mountain
- Explore Mercato, the largest open-air market in Africa, and shop for souvenirs
- Experience a traditional Ethiopian coffee ceremony and learn about its culture
Guiding languages
IMPORTANT INFORMATION
The tour is suitable for a layover in Addis Ababa
The tour covers major highlights of the city in a few hours
our staff will pick you up at the airport at bole international airport or in your hotel
INCLUDED
- Visit to the National Museum of Ethiopia
- Visit to Entoto Mountain
- Visit to Mercato market
- Traditional Ethiopian coffee ceremony
- Visit to St. George Cathedral
When should I book?
To guarantee availability book as soon as possible. Early booking is worth consideration especially if you planning the trip during high season like public holidays or weekends.
Cancellations
This excursion you can cancel with no cost up to 24 hours before the start of the trip. If you cancel it after 24 hours or not show up on the excursion you will still be charged the full price of the activity. Being late on pick-up or departure will be considered as not showing up.