Duration: Fullday
Departure Point: Addis Ababa
Tour Type: City tour

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A full-day Addis Ababa city tour typically includes the National Museum, the Ethnological Museum, and Holy Trinity Cathedral in the morning, followed by a lunch break and an afternoon visit to the bustling Merkato market and a trip to Mount Entoto for panoramic views. You can also see monuments, cultural restaurants, and the African Union Headquarters.

Highlights:

✔ Visit the National Museum (home of “Lucy,” the 3.2-million-year-old hominid)
✔ Explore Holy Trinity Cathedral, the final resting place of Emperor Haile Selassie
✔ Enjoy panoramic views from Mount Entoto
✔ Experience the vibrant Merkato, Africa’s largest open-air market
✔ Savor a traditional Ethiopian coffee ceremony
✔ Discover Ethiopian art at the Ethnological Museum

✅ Professional English-speaking guide
✅ All entrance fees to museums and attractions
✅ Comfortable private transportation
✅ Bottled water
✅ Traditional Ethiopian coffee ceremony
✅ Hotel pick-up and drop-off

Price Excludes:

❌ Meals (lunch can be arranged at an additional cost)
❌ Personal expenses (souvenirs, additional drinks, etc.)
❌ Tips for the guide and driver

Tour Itinerary:

Morning
National Museum of Ethiopia: Begin your tour by exploring Ethiopia’s rich history, which includes important artifacts and the famous fossil remains of “Lucy”.
Ethnological Museum: Visit the museum, once the private salons of Emperor Haile Selassie, to learn about the country’s diverse ethnic groups and their cultures.
Holy Trinity Cathedral: Discover this significant Ethiopian Orthodox church, known for its stunning architecture and the resting place of Emperor Haile Selassie.

Lunch
Enjoy a flexible lunch at a local restaurant of your choice to recharge for the afternoon.

Afternoon
Merkato Market: Immerse yourself in the vibrant atmosphere of Africa’s largest open-air market, where locals sell everything from spices to traditional crafts.
Mount Entoto: Drive to the summit for breathtaking views of Addis Ababa, the surrounding forests, and the surrounding landscape.
Monuments and Landmarks: See other sites like the Lion of Judah Statue, Red Terror Martyrs’ Memorial Museum, and the African Union Headquarters.

Evening (Optional)
Cultural Dinner: Conclude your day with a farewell dinner at a cultural restaurant, which often includes traditional music and dances from various Ethiopian ethnic groups.