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Explore with us the hidden treasures of Addis Ababa, like Bahita Mariam Church with the tomb of Addis Ababa's founders or the hustle and bustle of Africa's biggest open-air market. Let us say a greeting to our grandmother Lucy at the National Museum and take a break at Zoma museum with its permaculture garden and artistic clay-clad houses. Take part in a cooking and tasting session of traditional Ethiopian food and continue this fragrance and taste experience with a traditional coffee ceremony. Finally come with us to Mount Entoto at the entrance of Addis Ababa and explore with us the history of Ethiopia's capital. From here you will also enjoy the beautiful sunset over the skyline of Addis Ababa. This unique adventure is suitable for all types and ages of travelers. We will pick you from your hotel, or any place you prefer, and drop you again there after a day packed with cultural experiences, insider knowledge, and memorable encounters with local traditions.
Price: $75.00
Duration: 8 hours
Experience Addis Ababa like a local on this unique city tour. What sets our tour apart is the perfect blend of history, culture, and authentic experiences. Explore iconic sites such as St. George’s Cathedral, enjoy stunning views from Entoto Mountain, and dive into the vibrant energy of Merkato—the largest open-air market in Africa. Your expert local guide shares real stories, hidden gems, and insights you won’t find in guidebooks. The tour ends with a relaxing stop at Tomoca Coffee in the historic Old Train Station, where you taste Ethiopia’s finest coffee. With comfortable transport, flexible timings, and personalized attention, this tour offers a truly memorable and immersive introduction to Ethiopia’s capital.
Price: $55.00
Duration: 4-5 hours
I will work with you to ensure that you are getting the Addis Ababa Tour that you want. This can include the many historical churches and historic sites throughout the city, our many museums, National museum /Lucy home/, and different monument within the city, coffee ceremony , cultural food experiences, and a trip through Merkato to see that largest open market in Africa! We are experts on arranging & Organized tours Affordable price, Since Tours are customizable! Before making....for more information talk by
Price: $99.00
Duration: 3-8 hours
The Danakil Depression is in the Afar region of northern Ethiopia, is one of the hottest and lowest place on the planet. A searing hot, brutal desert landscape dotted with stunning geological formations, salt lakes, acid springs, volcanoes, salt canyon and salt flats. Danakil Depression (or Afar Depression) exhibits some uncommon wonders: lava that burns blue, bright yellow hot springs, and lakes of bubbling mud.
Price: $400.00
Duration: 72 hours
The tour I provide in Addis Ababa is truly exceptional, offering an authentic and insightful experience that only a local can deliver. Born and raised in Addis, I bring a deep personal connection to the city, sharing its rich history and culture with passion and authenticity. With a BA degree in History and a Master's in Indigenous Knowledge, I offer a unique perspective on Ethiopia's heritage, weaving in both historical context and cultural significance at every stop. As a certified tour guide, I ensure a well-rounded, informative, and memorable experience, guiding visitors through the city's landmarks with expertise and a personal touch, making each tour not just a visit, but a meaningful journey through Ethiopia's past and present.
Price: $67.50
Duration: 1-6 hours
Gain fascinating insights from Addis Ababa (New Flower). Experience several landmarks, old buildings, statues, lion figures and explanatory museums, and learn about some of the Museum collections . This tour also includes hiking on Entoto hills, Meracto - largest open-air market in Africa, explore the secrets with purchase experts. coffee stop at the best coffee shop in Addis Ababa. At the end, guests are free to enjoy some the traditional night life. • Experience the historical side of Addis Ababa including its museum, church, and historical buildings • Start the day with National Museum of Ethiopia • Visit Lucy, the oldest human fossil • Drive to the top of Entoto Mountains to see amazing views of Addis Ababa • Walk to the massive open-air Mercato
Price: $78.00
Duration: 6 hours
Skip the tourist traps and Taste the Flavors of Ethiopia with Local Food Tour if you're looking for a customizable Tours we will arrange for you in Addis Ababa, combines authentic insight into local culinary culture It is mainly a vegetarian dish, It has vegetables such as cabbage, potatoes, beans, lentils, chickpeas and it is a stew made from ground chickpeas, & you will try the organic fresh fruit juices such as mango, avocado, papaya, banana, and sugarcane juice with lemon, ginger, all organic (Doro wot) local chicken stew is the result of a blend of spices including pepper, cayenne pepper, garlic, ginger and various spices…Doro wat is berbere, caramelized onions, and hard-boiled eggs once you enjoy the food tour Then, you will be taken to the National Museum of Ethiopia for visiting the long age history of Ethiopia and the oldest human ancestor, We will take you to Piazza area, to try one of the best coffee shop Tomoca is the oldest coffee shop in Ethiopia (since 1953).
Price: $75.00
Duration: 4-7 hours
Booking the 6 days Omo Valley tour with Aman Ethiopia Tours and Travel offers more than a visit—it delivers a respectful, well-guided cultural immersion. What makes this journey different is Aman Ethiopia Tours’ deep local expertise, experienced guides, and strong community connections, ensuring authentic and ethical interactions with the Hamar, Mursi, Karo, and Dassanech tribes. Travelers enjoy comfortable transport, flexible itineraries, and carefully planned visits that align with local traditions and daily life. From Arba Minch to the remote villages of the Omo Valley, the tour balances cultural discovery, safety, and meaningful experiences. With Aman Ethiopia Tours, guests gain genuine insight into Ethiopia’s living cultures while enjoying a smooth, memorable, and responsibly managed adventure.
Price: $1,399.98
Duration: 144 hours
This tours are very unique that will bring a chance of seeing the amazing nature of the Danakil Depression and the priceless historical sights of Lalibela Rock Hewan Churches
Price: $900.00
Duration: 26 hours
This specially designed itineraray is a good fit for people who are interested to combine Adventure, history, culture and fun-loving types of tour. This includes almost all the highlights of Ethiopia: after finishing the tour, our clients will surely say, "We have seen Ethiopian history, culture and nature." It is a group tour so different people will join thus forms plate-form for guests to talk about anything from different perspectives. We are open for client's ideas and opinion before the start of the tour, about slightly changing it to suit everybody's plans and interests. Our motto is to give authentic experience for our guests and they are guaranteed of that on this tour.
Price: $3,410.00
Duration: 312 hours
First, visit the National Museum of Ethiopia, which contains some of the best and most diverse exhibitions. The archeological exhibitions include Lucy (Dinkinesh, 'beautiful' in the local vernacular), a 3.5 million-year-old Australopithecus Afarensis hominoid woman. In 1974, Lucy's fossil revealed that our ancestors walked 2.5 million years earlier than imagined, rewriting our genealogy. The National Museum features several exquisite pre-Axumite artifacts. Next, visit St. George's Cathedral. Near the northern end of Churchill Road. The Cathedral, erected in 1896 in the usual octagonal shape to honor Ethiopia's victory over the Italians in the Battle of Adwa, has Afewerk Tekle's stained-glass windows from the Africa Hall. Drive to Entoto to explore Shiromeda market, one of the main Ethiopian traditional clothing markets. Continue driving to the peak to see Mount Entoto's stunning city view. Final stop. Stop at Tomoka Coffee! Excellent city coffee. Tour Ends
Price: $65.00
Duration: 4-5 hours
This tour brings you into the most seeing places of Addis Ababa including the massive open-air market Mercato. It is a stress-free and easy way to experience every most amazing side of Addis Ababa. On this tour, You will have an amazing walk through the massive Mercato Market. You will experience the melting pot where vendors and consumers alike shoved and jostled, yelling and barking trading calls. Local flavour! After the visit to the market, you will explore some other important buildings and monuments of Addis Ababa. You will observe the Tiglachin Monument, the old train station, and the African headquarter building.
Price: $98.18
Duration: 4 hours
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
Price: $70.00
Duration: 6 hours
Experience the best of Addis Ababa on a comprehensive full-day tour that begins with a convenient pickup from your hotel or the airport. Visit the National Museum, home to the famous 3 million-year-old fossils of Lucy, and immerse yourself in the vibrant atmosphere of Merkato, the largest open-air market in Africa. Enjoy breathtaking panoramic views of Ethiopia’s capital from Enoto, and indulge in the rich flavors of traditional Ethiopian coffee and cuisine, making for a memorable exploration of the city’s cultural and historical highlights.
Price: $75.00
Duration: 7-8 hours
The Danakil Depression is one of the hottest, lowest, and driest places on the planet. In the northernmost pocket of Ethiopia, it is home to salt lakes, lava lakes, volcanoes and neon acid springs. The remoteness of the Danakil combined with its extreme climate and striking visuals make it among the most remarkable destinations on the planet.
Price: $1,299.00
Duration: 192 hours
To Explore The Remarkable City Of Addis Ababa Uniquely To Get A Lovely Experiencing Of Ethiopian Foods To Get A Memorable 1 Day Experiences Of Addis With The Local People To See The Daily Life Of Ethiopian Foods To Make Ethiopian Coffee Ceremony
Price: $95.00
Duration: 34 hours
This tour combines all sorts of activities one could ask for in a day. We will allow guests to improvise it based on interests and time so they could explore more. We will guarantee the discovery of all the hidden gems of Addis Ababa. Traditional Coffee ceremony and coffee in a vintage coffee shop, visit some of the old and authentic restaurants to try local dishes. Like we do with our other tours, we prioritize tourists comfort and joy which allows everyone to cheer all what we offer. We will make sure you make the best out of your time in Addis Ababa.
Price: $70.00
Duration: 2-8 hours
Experience many of ADD ,A half day ,after a convenient Hotel or Airport pick .catch amazing view of Ethiopia's capital city from Mount Entoto Park,Explore the import landmarks like church's in the 15th century church and Rastafarian pilgrimage site St. George Cathedral. Visit the National Museum, where the 3 million-year-old fossil of Lucy is kept, and Merkato, the giant open-air market. Explore Ethiopia’s capital city Addis Ababa on a budget-friendly excursion Visit important religious and cultural sites and capture memorable photos See the fossil of Lucy, one of the oldest human ancestors ever discovered Make the most of limited time with convenient hotel pickup and drop-off
Price: $70.00
Duration: 4-5 hours
Key Info for Visitors
- Currency: ETB
- Languages: Amharic (official), English, Oromo, Tigrinya
- Climate: Subtropical highland
- Timezone: Africa/Addis_Ababa
- Population: Approximately 3.6 million people
- Best Time to Visit: best time to visit is during the dry months from October to March.
- Visa Requirements Visitors to Addis Ababa generally require a visa to enter Ethiopia. Citizens from some countries have visa-free access or can obtain a visa on arrival. Many travelers, including those from the US, EU, and UK, can apply for an e-visa online before arrival. Typical requirements include a valid passport, completed application, and payment of visa fees. It is advisable to check the latest regulations before travel.
About Addis Ababa
Addis Ababa, the vibrant capital of Ethiopia, stands out as a unique destination blending rich history, diverse cultures, and modern urban life. Known as the political and economic hub of the country, it is also the diplomatic center of Africa, hosting the African Union headquarters. The city’s elevated location at over 2,300 meters above sea level gives it a mild climate year-round, making it comfortable for visitors. Tourists are drawn to Addis Ababa for its fascinating museums, lively markets, and warm hospitality. The city offers a gateway to Ethiopia’s ancient heritage, including archaeological sites and religious landmarks. Its bustling streets are alive with colorful markets, traditional music, and delicious cuisine. Visitors can explore historic churches, museums showcasing Ethiopia’s past, and vibrant neighborhoods that reflect the country’s ethnic diversity. Addis Ababa’s blend of tradition and modernity, combined with its role as a cultural crossroads, makes it a compelling destination for travelers seeking an authentic African experience.
Addis Ababa Tours & Experiences
- Top Attractions: Highlights of Ethiopia
- Duration Range: 2 to 10 hours
- Group Size: Intimate Groups
- Difficulty Level: Easy to Moderate
- Recommended For: The best time to visit is during the dry months from October to March. Pack layers due to cool evenings and moderate daytime temperatures. Respect local customs, especially in religious sites, by dressing modestly. Stay hydrated and use bottled water. Carry some local currency for small purchases, but credit cards are accepted in many places. Be cautious with personal belongings in crowded areas.
Average Tour Price: $80
Lowest Price Tour: $45
Highest Price Tour: $180
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Important Tour Information
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Top Attractions
1. National Museum of Ethiopia – Home to the famous fossil "Lucy" and extensive collections of Ethiopian art and history. 2. Holy Trinity Cathedral – A stunning Ethiopian Orthodox church with beautiful stained glass and royal tombs. 3. Merkato Market – One of Africa’s largest open-air markets, offering a lively shopping experience with local crafts and spices. 4. Ethnological Museum – Located in Haile Selassie’s former palace, it provides deep insights into Ethiopia’s diverse cultures. 5. Mount Entoto – Offers panoramic views of the city and is a site of historical and religious significance.
Popular Activities
Visitors can enjoy city tours exploring museums and historic sites, shopping in bustling markets, and tasting traditional Ethiopian coffee in local cafes. Outdoor enthusiasts can hike Mount Entoto for scenic views or visit nearby natural parks. Cultural experiences include attending traditional music and dance performances and participating in coffee ceremonies. Addis Ababa also offers vibrant nightlife with restaurants, bars, and cultural shows.
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Local Food & Cuisine
Addis Ababa’s cuisine is centered around injera, a sourdough flatbread served with various spicy stews called wats. Signature dishes include doro wat (spicy chicken stew), kitfo (minced raw beef), and tibs (sautéed meat). Dining customs often involve communal eating and using injera to scoop food. Noteworthy restaurants include Kategna Restaurant and 2000 Habesha Cultural Restaurant, both offering authentic Ethiopian flavors and cultural ambiance.
Getting Around
Addis Ababa is served by Bole International Airport, connecting it to major global cities. Within the city, transportation options include minibuses, taxis, and ride-hailing services. The city is developing light rail transit for easier commuting. Visitors should negotiate taxi fares beforehand or use app-based services. Transportation costs are generally affordable.
Travel Tips
The best time to visit is during the dry months from October to March. Pack layers due to cool evenings and moderate daytime temperatures. Respect local customs, especially in religious sites, by dressing modestly. Stay hydrated and use bottled water. Carry some local currency for small purchases, but credit cards are accepted in many places. Be cautious with personal belongings in crowded areas.
Culture & Customs
Addis Ababa is culturally diverse, with strong Ethiopian Orthodox Christian traditions. Social customs emphasize respect, hospitality, and community. Coffee ceremonies are important social rituals. Major festivals include Timkat (Epiphany) and Meskel (Finding of the True Cross). Visitors should greet with a handshake and use the right hand for giving or receiving items. Modesty in dress and behavior is appreciated.
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