Ethiopia · City Tours

1-Day Addis Ababa City Tour with Merkato, Trinity Cathedral and Lucy

1 Day Round trip from Addis Mercato Easy pace

The journey

Trip highlights

01 Explore Merkato, the largest open-air market in Africa
02 Visit Holy Trinity Cathedral, the largest Orthodox church in Ethiopia
03 See the thrones and tombs of the emperor and members of the royal family
04 Discover the National Museum, home to Lucy and remarkable royal artefacts

Explore the cultural and commercial hub of Ethiopia, bordering the Great Rift Valley. Visit the neo-baroque architectural landmark that serves as the burial place of the 20th-century emperor Haile Selassie. Enjoy souvenir shopping at the largest open-air market in Africa, or discover Ethiopian art and crafts at one of the city's most important museums.

The museum is home to the fossilized humanoid Lucy, as well as an amazing collection of artefacts, royal items, and art.

From the itinerary

At a glance

What this trip includes

Duration 1 Day

Tour type Private

Activity level Easy

Accommodation Not included

Transport Included

Wheelchair access Not applicable

City Addis Ababa

Languages English

Day by day

The itinerary

Day 01

Addis Ababa's Landmark Market, Cathedral and Museum

Explore Addis Ababa, starting with a visit to Merkato, the largest open-air market in Africa.
Continue to Holy Trinity Cathedral and witness the largest Orthodox church in Ethiopia. The cathedral contains the thrones and the tombs of the emperor and some of the royal family.
Visit the National Museum, one of the most important sub-Saharan museums in Africa. The museum is home to the fossilized humanoid Lucy, as well as an amazing collection of artefacts, royal items, and art.
Overnight at a hotel of your choice.