Addis Ababa Highlights: Budget-Friendly City Tour

Discover Addis Ababa’s top landmarks, from Enoto’s views to Lucy’s fossil, on a budget-friendly guided tour. Book now for an unforgettable experience.

Duration: 8 hours
Cancellation: 1 day learn more
Highlights
  • National Museum of Ethiopia - Enat Ethiopia Tours guide and driver will pick you up at Bole International Airport or your hotel and take you directly to The National Museum in Addis Ababa.

National Museum

duration 2hrs

The National Museum houses numerous archaeological and historical artifacts, including the renowned hominid fossil “Lucy,” locally called “Dinknesh,” meaning “wonderful.” This museum offers an excellent introduction to Ethiopia’s history.

  • Menelik II Square - Stop at Patriots Square

The official name of the square where the monument is located is Miazia 27, marking the day of the country’s liberation and the arrival of the Emperor with his patriotic troops in Addis Ababa. Emperor Haile Selassie I inaugurated the Freedom Monument in 1944.

  • Mount Entoto - Mount Entoto and Lunch Break

Duration 30 minutes

With an altitude of 3200 meters, Mount Entoto is the highest peak in the Addis Ababa region. It was the site of the first palace of Menelik II, the founder of Addis Ababa, and offers stunning views of the surrounding forests and the capital below.

  • Mercato Market - Mercato Market

duration 2-3hrs

The largest open-air market in Africa. Here, you will get a fascinating glimpse of the vast range of goods from all parts of the country and engage in the Ethiopian tradition of negotiating prices or bartering.

  • Yekatit 12 Martyrs Square - Stop at Yekatit 12 Monument

This obelisk commemorates the politically motivated mass killing of Ethiopians by Italians in 1937.

  • Meskel Square - Stop at Meskel Square

Meskel Square is a public square in Addis Ababa, Ethiopia. It is often a site for public gatherings, demonstrations, and festivals, notably the Meskel Festival, from which it takes its name.

  • Ethnological Museum - Ethnological Museum

Duration 1hr

Located on the main campus of Addis Ababa University and founded by the Institute of Ethiopian Studies, the museum aims to preserve the country’s historical and cultural heritage. It has comprehensive collections that describe almost all the tribal groups in Ethiopia. Here, you will gain an overview of the history, culture, and traditions of the Ethiopian people.

  • Trinity Cathedral Addis Ababa - Trinity Cathedral / St. George Cathedral

Duration 40 minutes

A beautiful church with a baroque style of European architecture unique to both Ethiopia and Africa, dedicated to the Holy Trinity. Many renowned Ethiopians are buried in the church grounds, and the tombs of Emperor Haile Selassie and his wife are inside the church.

  • Lion of Judah - Stop at Lion of Judah statue

The monument to the Lion of Judah is a statue symbolizing Ethiopian Emperors and Ethiopia, located in Addis Ababa.

What's Included
  • Private transportation
  • Bottled water
  • All Entry And Admission as per the program
  • In-vehicle air conditioning
  • All fees and/or taxes
  • Tea and coffee
  • Professional Tour Guide
What's Not Included
  • Lunch
  • Tip for the guide and driver
  • personal needed
Additional Information

Experience many of Addis Ababa’s highlights on one comprehensive and affordable tours. After a convenient hotel or airport pickup, catch amazing views of Ethiopia’s capital city from atop Enoto. Explore important landmarks like 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 a convenient hotel pickup and drop-off, Ethiopian Traditional coffee and many more

Location
Addis Ababa
Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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Exploration688174
Jul 25, 2024
Fantastic! Highly recommend. - Our guide picked us up at our hotel in a nice van with a driver. The guide was friendly and professional. He is impressively knowledgeable about the city, the country and could speak to us about the history and politics of the region and of different parts of Africa. We learned a lot. We got to stop for a coffee experience along the road which was fantastic. We stopped at a market and got to see traditional garments and talk with the folks who made them. Our experience was wonderful!
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N9337akjohns
Jul 17, 2024
City tour with engaging guide - I took the “highlights of downtown” city tour and loved every minute. My guide , Ashu , was engaging and knowledgeable, making the city’s history and landmarks come alive…
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Nigatum2024
Jul 17, 2024
Great Experience - My experience with Enat Tours and Ashu was exceptional from the moment I was picked up at Bole International Airport for my city tour of Addis Ababa. Ashu's profound knowledge of Ethiopian history was evident as he passionately shared insights throughout the day, making it feel like I was tuned into a captivating TV documentary. Spending the day with Ashu and the driver was truly unforgettable; it left me wishing I could have extended my time with them in Ethiopia. I'm immensely grateful for the enriching experience and highly recommend Enat Tours to anyone planning to visit Ethiopia. Thank you for an outstanding day.
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Napmare
Jul 8, 2024
Amazing tour - Amazing experience with Eyob, he was knowledgeable of the history and details of the city. He takes pride in sharing his culture with the world. I would recommend him to friends and family.
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Habtum2024
Jun 17, 2024
Magical trip - My experience with Enat Tours and guide Ashu in Addis Ababa was nothing short of magical. Ashu's knowledge and enthusiasm made every moment of the city tour memorable. We visited iconic sites like the National Museum, Entoto Park with its breathtaking views, vibrant local markets, the historic Trinity Church, and indulged in delicious Ethiopian traditional food. Ashu's passion for sharing Ethiopia's rich history and culture was evident throughout the tour. I highly recommend Enat Tours and Ashu for anyone looking to explore Addis Ababa with a knowledgeable and friendly guide
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Getasetegns
Jun 13, 2024
Wonderful city tours - I had a wonderful Addis tour with Ashu, his knowledge about addis and Ethiopia is incredible Amazing behind his patient and humbled bahivor! Such a smart guy ,sad that i was only in Ethiopia for a day as it was unplanned layover..but gald to meet Ashu and know about Ethiopia ,definetly i will come back Ethiopia and will do a longer trip with Ashu next time . Highly reccommended for anyone who was to travle in Ethiopia group or solo
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Fasils314
Jun 12, 2024
Cozy Experience with Ashu - our tour was undoubtedly Lucy, the prehistoric ancestor. Ashu's insights into human evolution transformed a mere skeleton into a symbol of our shared heritage. Walking through the hallowed halls of the church, his reverence for the architecture and history transported us to another era. But it wasn't just about the grandeur of monuments; Ashu led us through the bustling local market, where the pulse of everyday life thrummed with energy. His intimate knowledge of the vendors and their wares added depth to our cultural immersion.
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319toddc
Jun 5, 2024
Addis day tour with Ashenefe did not disappoint. - After an unexpected 24 hour layover in Addis, I decided to make the best of by taking a day tour with Enat Ethiopia. My tour guide Ashenefe was a peaceful soul who I felt like i'd known for years. Affable, knowledgeable, and passionate about Ethiopia, Ashenefe guided me through a journey of past and present-day Ethiopia without sugar coating the very real issues this country still faces. Overall, a great tour. Highly recommend Enat Ethiopia Tours and Ashenefe.
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954ephgo
May 29, 2024
Highlight of Addis Ababa - Memorable experience with ake Rasta in Addis, what a magical experience I ever had in Addis with rasta ,he’s genuinely an incredible person with his unique talents about the gam of Ethiopia and culture,I wouldn’t have done without Rasta the tour in Addis,I can’t recommend for anyone his services and tour company Enat Tours
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992dcw
Jul 14, 2024
A unique experience in Addis Ababa. - This was the first time for me to visit Addis Ababa. Everything there is new to me. Local food was Ok, but I couldn’t take too much for their traditional food was so unique. The local guide was very nice and friendly, but the sightseeing spots around the city were not so attractive. In conclusion, it was a unique experience in the city of Addis Ababa.Maybe, it will be better to visit other spots.
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