12-Hour Addis Ababa City Tour with Entoto Hill and Merkato

The journey

Trip highlights

• 01 Offer your prayers at the Orthodox Cathedral of the Holy Trinity
• 02 Explore the National Museum and the Ethnographic Museum
• 03 Enjoy beautiful views from Entoto Hill
• 04 Shop at Merkato, believed to be the biggest marketplace in Africa

Embark on a beautiful journey through the historical places of Addis Ababa, including the Holy Trinity Cathedral, the National Museum, and the Ethnographic Museum with its impressive collection of folklore instruments. Shop at Merkato, believed to be the biggest marketplace in Africa, and enjoy stunning views from Entoto Hill. This 12-hour tour offers a well-rounded introduction to the city's history, culture, and daily life.

02:00 PM - Experience beautiful views after climbing Entoto Hill, located 3200 m above sea level.

From the itinerary

At a glance

What this trip includes

Duration 12 Hours

Tour type Private

Activity level Moderate

Accommodation Not included

Transport Included

Wheelchair access Yes

Cities Addis Ababa, Mount Entoto

Languages Arabic, English, French

Day by day

The itinerary

1

Day 01

Addis Ababa Highlights and Entoto Hill

• 09:00 AM - Get picked up from your hotel and begin your journey with a visit to the Orthodox Cathedral of the Holy Trinity, the most important church in Ethiopia.

• 10:00 AM - Explore the National Museum and discover rock sculptures and inscriptions from the time of Queen Saba.

• 11:30 AM - Discover the Ethnographic Museum and enjoy its impressive collection of folklore instruments.

• Enjoy a relaxed lunch break at a restaurant serving Ethiopian dishes, local beer, or honey wine.

• 02:00 PM - Experience beautiful views after climbing Entoto Hill, located 3200 m above sea level.

• 03:30 PM - Shop in Merkato, believed to be the biggest marketplace in Africa.

• 05:30 PM - Get dropped off at your chosen hotel or at the airport.

The route

Where you'll travel

The fine print

Trip details

What's Included

• Guide fee
• Entrance fees
• Transportation
• Food and beverages

What's Not Included

• Alcohol drinks
• Souvenirs

What to bring

• Different clothing depending on the weather

Know before you go

• You are going to have an unforgettable time.
• The Orthodox Cathedral of the Holy Trinity is the most important church in Ethiopia. There is a mausoleum of the last emperor of Ethiopia, Haile Selasje, and his wife is also buried there.
• The National Museum is said to be one of the most important museums in the whole of Sub-Saharan Africa. It houses 2-3 million-year-old bones of our ancestor Lucy, one of the most famous exhibits in the collection. Visitors are also drawn to its rich collection of imperial and church insignia, costumes, and weapons. The oldest exhibits are rock sculptures and inscriptions from the time of Queen Saba, found near Aksum and in present-day Eritrea.
• The Ethnographic Museum is located within the university. It was founded and managed by Polish scientists, including Professor Stanisław Chojnacki. The most interesting part of the exhibition is its collection of crosses and icons. The museum is especially worth visiting for anyone interested in folklore instruments, as the collection is impressive.
• At Entoto Hill, there is a new park with an observation deck offering panoramic views of Addis Ababa. Before Menelik II moved the capital to Addis Ababa, the capital city of Ethiopia was located here. The king's palace remains to this day. The local museum exhibits crowns belonging to kings and the church, as well as costumes and insignia.
• Addis Ababa, the largest city and capital of Ethiopia, means "new flower" in Amharic. It is located in the centre of the country at 2400 m above sea level, making it one of the highest capital cities in the world.
• During this day trip, you will see all the most important places in Addis Ababa. If possible, we can include some other attractions in the capital city of Ethiopia.

Logistics

Meeting & route

Meeting point

Addis Ababa, Ethiopia

Tour start

Addis Ababa, Ethiopia

Tour ends at the same location as the start point.