5-Hour Addis Ababa City Tour with Lucy, Merkato and Mount Entoto

The journey

Trip highlights

• 01 Visit the National Museum of Ethiopia, home to the famous ancient hominid 'Lucy'
• 02 Explore Holy Trinity Cathedral, a significant Ethiopian religious site
• 03 Experience local life at Merkato, one of Africa's largest open-air markets
• 04 Enjoy panoramic views of Addis Ababa from historic Mount Entoto

This half-day city tour offers a perfect introduction to Addis Ababa's key landmarks, providing a glimpse into the city's past, present, and future. Choose between two departure times - a morning departure at 8:30 am or an afternoon departure at 1:30 pm - whichever suits you best. Visit the National Museum of Ethiopia, Holy Trinity Cathedral, Merkato, and Mount Entoto for a well-rounded experience of history, culture, local life, and panoramic city views.

Start the tour with a visit to the National Museum of Ethiopia, home to the famous fossilized remains of 'Lucy', one of the oldest known hominids, dating back 3.2 million years.

From the itinerary

At a glance

What this trip includes

Duration 5 Hours

Tour type Private

Activity level Easy

Accommodation Not included

Transport Included

Wheelchair access No

Cities Addis Ababa, Mount Entoto

Languages English, French, German, Italian, Spanish

Day by day

The itinerary

1

Day 01

National Museum, Holy Trinity Cathedral, Merkato and Mount Entoto

• Start the tour with a visit to the National Museum of Ethiopia, home to the famous fossilized remains of 'Lucy', one of the oldest known hominids, dating back 3.2 million years. Explore exhibits showcasing Ethiopia's rich archaeological, historical, and cultural heritage.
• Proceed to Holy Trinity Cathedral for a spiritual and historical experience. Holy Trinity Cathedral is one of the most important religious sites in Ethiopia. Continue to Merkato for a taste of local life and shopping opportunities. Merkato is one of the largest open-air markets in Africa.
• Conclude the tour with a drive up to Mount Entoto for breathtaking views and a glimpse into Ethiopia's imperial history. Enjoy panoramic views of Addis Ababa from this historic mountain.

The route

Where you'll travel

The fine print

Trip details

What's Included

• All transfers and ground transportation, including fuel and driver allowance
• All entrance fees according to the program
• Bottled drinking water throughout the tour
• Multilingual professional guide

What's Not Included

• Lunch and dinner
• Alcoholic drinks
• Any other expenses not mentioned under the what's included section

What to bring

• Comfortable shoes
• Sunscreen
• A hat
• Camera
• A light jacket

Know before you go

The National Museum of Ethiopia is not open on Mondays. If you book this tour on a Monday, you will not be able to visit the National Museum, but we will show you the Ethnographic Museum instead.

Logistics

Meeting & route

Meeting point

Addis Ababa, Ethiopia

Tour start

Addis Ababa, Ethiopia

Tour ends at the same location as the start point.