Addis Ababa: City Tour with Historical Museums and Markets

Discover the history, culture, art, and music of Ethiopia on a guided city tour of Addis Ababa. Visit the Ethnographic Museum, the National Museum of Ethiopia, and St. George Church.
Discover the highlights of Addis Ababa on a guided city tour. Visit the Entoto Panoramic Viewpoint, the Ethnographic Museum, and the National Museum of Ethiopia. See the St. George Church and the Mercato, the largest open-air market in Africa.

Start your tour with a drive to the Entoto Panoramic Viewpoint. Located 3,200 meters above sea level, enjoy the cold breeze from the eucalyptus trees and take in the panoramic views of Addis Ababa.

Visit the Ethnographic Museum, located in the former palace of Emperor Haile Selassie. Learn about the history, culture, art, and music of Ethiopia and understand the different tribes of the country.

Continue to the National Museum of Ethiopia to see the oldest human and animal ancestors fossils, including Lucy and a 3.3 million-year-old human ancestor.

Next, visit the St. George Church, the most historic church in Addis Ababa. See the best paintings and mosaics of the world-famous Ethiopian painter Aforqe Tekle inside the church.

Stop for a coffee break at Tomocca Coffee Shop or attend a traditional coffee ceremony at Tesffa Coffee.

Visit the Mercato, the largest open-air market in Africa. Explore the hundreds of different sections of the market and see the colorful and vibrant part of the city.

Throughout the drive, see the most famous landmarks and monuments including Mesqel Square, the Victory Monument, the Martyrs Monument, and the Menelik II Equestrian Monument.

To guarantee availability book as soon as possible. Early booking is worth consideration especially if you planning the trip during high season like public holidays or weekends.

This excursion you can cancel with no cost up to 24 hours before the start of the trip. If you cancel it after 24 hours or not show up on the excursion you will still be charged the full price of the activity. Being late on pick-up or departure will be considered as not showing up.