Explore Addis Ababa: Guided City Experience
ID: GYG1187907-1822075
Category:
Country: Ethiopia
Duration:
06:00 hours
Description
Explore Addis Ababa’s highlights: the National Museum with Lucy, historic Entoto Hill, vibrant Merkato Market, and the Ethnological Museum showcasing Ethiopia’s rich cultures and traditions.
National Museum of Ethiopia
The National Museum of Ethiopia is one of the country’s most important cultural institutions, housing a remarkable collection of archaeological, historical, and artistic treasures. It is world-famous for being the home of “Lucy,” the 3.2-million-year-old hominid fossil, offering visitors deep insight into human evolution and Ethiopia’s ancient civilizations.
Entoto Hill
Entoto Hill lies on the northern edge of Addis Ababa and offers breathtaking panoramic views of the city below. It is historically significant as the site where Emperor Menelik II established his first capital, and visitors can explore historic churches, museums, and lush eucalyptus forests while enjoying the cool mountain climate.
Merkato Open-Air Market
Merkato is the largest open-air market in Africa, providing a vibrant and authentic glimpse into daily life in Addis Ababa. The market is a bustling center of trade where spices, grains, metals, textiles, and everyday goods are bought and sold, showcasing the city’s economic heartbeat and cultural diversity.
Ethnological Museum
Located within Addis Ababa University, the Ethnological Museum offers a fascinating journey through Ethiopia’s rich cultural and ethnic diversity. Housed in the former palace of Emperor Haile Selassie, the museum displays traditional artifacts, customs, beliefs, and lifestyles of Ethiopia’s many ethnic groups.
Highlights
- Home of Lucy and Ethiopia’s treasures, showcasing history and art.
- • Entoto Hill: Offers panoramic , historic churche,and lush eucalyptus forests.
- Africa’s largest open-air market, full of spices, crafts, and local life.
- • Ethnological Museum: Displays Ethiopia’s cultures, traditions, and artifacts.
- Capture stunning photos of the park at sunset
Guiding languages
IMPORTANT INFORMATION
The park is popular at sunset for photos and relaxed walks.
Part of Addis Ababa's urban renewal efforts.
Nearby green spaces and cultural attractions enhance the experience.
dear customer we will meet at your hotel or Bole international airport
INCLUDED
- Transportation
- Professional tour guide
- All entrance fees
- government tax
- Coffee
- Bottle of water
- Pick up and drop off
- photo and video fees
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.
