Full day Addis Ababa Private guided city tour
- 7h 3m
- Free cancellation up to 24h before
- Guided in English
- Instant confirmation
Highlights
This tour offers a comprehensive experience of Addis Ababa, including a visit to the National Museum, where you can see the world-famous early human remains of Lucy. Explore the vibrant Merkato, the largest open-air market in the city, and soak in the breathtaking views of Addis Ababa from the Hill of Entoto. Finally, discover the Trinity Church, which is believed to house the tomb of HIM Hile Selassie. Join us on this captivating journey and uncover the rich history and beauty of Addis Ababa.
Inclusions
What's included
- Hotel drop-off
- Round-trip private transfer
- Driver/guide
- All Fees and Taxes
- Hotel pickup
- Coffee and/or Tea
Itinerary
THE NATOINAL MUSEUM It is the repository of an assortment of archeological and cultural artifacts of Ethiopia. Here is the 3.2 million years old, most famous hominids skeleton, discovered in 1974 at a place called Hadar Lucy (Dinknesh) to be seen. This was a discovery which has given rise to the theory that Ethiopia is the cradle of Humankind.
ETHNOGRAPHIC MUSEUM This museum is a home for various types of traditional artifacts that show the lifestyles of different Ethiopian major ethnic groups. It is located in Addis Ababa University.
TRINITY CATHEDRAL This unique and beautiful church with a baroque style of European architecture is dedicated to the Holy Trinity. Here scripts of the imperial families, statues made by Greek sculpture, Old and New Testament in the Bible painted on a glass window, and the coffin of Emperor Haile Selassie-I; the founder of the church, and his wife, to be visited.
MERKATO Merkato is the largest open-air market in Africa. This open market can be confusing, but fascinating glimpse with its vast range of goods and artefacts available from all parts of the country. The Ethiopian traditional trade exchange takes place in the open air and you can purchase anything you desire here.
MOUNT ENTOTO The highest peak in Addis with an altitude of 3200 meters, which was the site for the first palace of Emperor Menelik-II, the founder of Addis Ababa. Were crowned as Emperor there is St. Mary church. From this mountain you can enjoy the panoramic view of Addis Ababa and its surrounding forests.
Cancellation
Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the experience starts, for a full refund.
Know before you go
- Pickup
- Pickup is included for everyone.
- Ticket type
- Mobile or paper ticket accepted
- Operated by
- Highland Eco Trekking Tours Ethiopia
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Children must be accompanied by an adult
How it compares in Addis Ababa
- Its from-price is 13% above the median of the 72 city tours we list in Addis Ababa.
- Its length is typical for the group.
- The operator lists free cancellation on it.
About Addis Ababa
Addis Ababa, Ethiopia's capital, stands high on a plateau among eucalyptus-covered hills, with museums, markets, churches and African Union offices.
At around 2,400 metres, Addis Ababa is one of the highest capitals in the world, laid out on the slopes of the Entoto hills. The National Museum of Ethiopia tells the story of human origins through Lucy, a 3.2-million-year-old partial skeleton found in the country in 1974, while the Ethnological Museum is housed in a former imperial palace. Holy Trinity Cathedral and Saint George Cathedral are important churches, and Meskel Square hosts large gatherings.
Top-ranked sights in Addis Ababa: National Museum of Ethiopia, Mt. Entoto, IES Ethnographic Museum (Addis Ababa University).
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