Activities in Adís Abeba
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From US$65Addis Ababa Layover Tour – Customizable City Highlights
From US$74Addis Ababa & Mount Entoto View Point, Museums Palace,Market Tour
From US$75Addis Ababa Authentic Private City Tour
From US$55Addis Ababa City Highlights Tour Free Pickup & Drop-Off
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From US$69.99Full Day Tour of Addis Ababa with Hotel Pickup and Drop-off
From US$100Day Trip From Addis Ababa See Historical Monastery,Stunning Nature,Animals,Birds
From US$110Addis Ababa: Debre Libanos, Blue Nile Gorge, and Cave Tour
From US$75Addis Ababa Authentic Private City Tour
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From US$65Addis Ababa Layover Tour – Customizable City Highlights
Discover the best of Addis Ababa in one unforgettable day! This guided city tour takes you to the National Museum to see Lucy, then up to Mount Entoto for panoramic views and visits to Entoto Mariam Church and the Menelik II Museum. Stop for a delicious lunch featuring traditional Ethiopian dishes, with both vegan and non-vegan options available, to recharge before exploring the city. After lunch, experience local life at Mercato, one of Africa’s largest open-air markets, where you’ll explore vibrant stalls and unique crafts. End your day with Ethiopia’s most beloved tradition a cup of rich, aromatic coffee at Tomoca, the city’s first coffee house. With hotel pickup and drop-off included, this tour is the perfect way to dive into the history, culture, and flavor of Addis Ababa in just one day. Book now to explore like a local!
From US$100Day Trip From Addis Ababa See Historical Monastery,Stunning Nature,Animals,Birds
Day Trip to Debre Libanos Monastery & Portuguese Bridge with Aman Ethiopia Tours Discover the spiritual and historical heart of Ethiopia on a full-day trip to Debre Libanos Monastery and the Portuguese Bridge, expertly organized by Aman Ethiopia Tours. Explore the monastery, founded in the 13th century, and learn about its importance in Ethiopian Orthodox Christianity. Enjoy serene surroundings, stunning views of the Jemma River Gorge, and insights into local traditions. Visit the Portuguese Bridge, a 16th-century architectural marvel, adding a unique historical perspective. With Aman Ethiopia Tours, benefit from comfortable transport, knowledgeable guides, and personalized attention. What makes this tour special is our focus on authentic experiences, connecting travelers with Ethiopia’s spiritual, cultural, and natural heritage in one memorable, well-planned day.
From US$160Full-Day Private City Tour of Addis Ababa
This Viator 'Badge of Excellence' award-winning tour is perfect for layover travelers in Addis Ababa. With expert local tour guide, customize and enjoy the best first-time visitors’ overview to Addis Ababa. Explore top things to do in the city with flexible airport pick up and/or hotel drop off. Use a private air-conditioned vehicle on this door-to-door city tour. Highlights include: - Experience Ethiopian Coffee Ceremony and learn cooking Ethiopian cuisine - Savour home cooked meals for lunch at a local family house - See the fossil remains of Lucy at the National Museum of Ethiopia - Visit Holy Trinity Cathedral or Saint George Cathedral, Addis Ababa’s most notable religious sites - Enjoy stunning city views from Mount Entoto - City sightseeing drive to view notable landmarks - Visit Merkato Market and Ethnological Museum - Taste Tej - Ethiopian Honey Wine Available in English, Spanish, German and French speaking guides, book this tour for a memorable experience in Addis Ababa.
From US$70Addis Ababa Stopover & Layover Tour – Private, Fast & Flexible
Turn your Addis Ababa layover into an unforgettable adventure! On this private guided layover tour, discover the very best of Ethiopia’s capital city in just a few hours. Start at the National Museum of Ethiopia, where you’ll meet “Lucy,” the 3.2-million-year-old fossil that changed the story of human evolution. Continue your journey to Entoto Mountain, the city’s highest peak, for sweeping panoramic views of Addis Ababa and the surrounding highlands. Next, dive into local life at Mercato, the largest open-air market in Africa, where thousands of vendors sell spices, textiles, handicrafts, and more—it’s a feast for the senses! Take a cultural pause with an authentic Ethiopian coffee ceremony, a centuries-old tradition that connects people through the world’s most famous coffee culture. Finally, step inside the historic St. George Cathedral, one of Addis Ababa’s oldest churches, known for its octagonal design l. Whether you have just a few hours, This Tour is must do.
From US$5002 Nights and 3 Days of Lava and Hot Spring Tour in Danakil
Discover the Danakil Depression’s breathtaking extremes with our exclusive tour. Experience vivid geothermal wonders like the colorful Dallol craters and vast salt flats of Lake Asale, led by expert local guides who bring the landscape to life. We offer personalized adventures tailored to your interests, ensuring a unique and unforgettable journey. Enjoy comfort and safety as you explore one of Earth’s most extraordinary and remote environments. Don’t miss out on this rare opportunity—book now for an adventure of a lifetime!
From US$69.99Full Day Tour of Addis Ababa with Hotel Pickup and Drop-off
Full day city tour of Addis Ababa which include the National Museum, Ethnographic Museum, Merkato, St. George Cathedral and the view of Addis Ababa from Mount Entoto. Tour starting in the afternoon does not have lunch stop, Clients must have their lunch prior to the tour pickup.
From US$75Addis Ababa Authentic Private City Tour
Come to discover the authentic magic of Addis Ababa by visiting the most historical, local, nature and cultural highlights on a full-day city tour with private guide and driver. From seeing the grave of Emperor Haile Selassie, drinking a coffee in the oldest roasters company, exploring the narrow streets and stalls of the largest open market in Africa, having lunch in the oldest hotel built by Empress Taytu Betul, seeing the worldwide known "Lucy", walking in the former bedroom of Haile Selassie, to hiking an eucalyptus forrest at 3400 meters altitude and admire the full scenery of the city, this tour is definitely a must! Tour includes entrance fees, pick up and drop off at the airport/hotel. Discount can be offered for group or family tour.
From US$55Addis Ababa City Highlights Tour Free Pickup & Drop-Off
Experience Addis Ababa like a local on this unique city tour. What sets our tour apart is the perfect blend of history, culture, and authentic experiences. Explore iconic sites such as St. George’s Cathedral, enjoy stunning views from Entoto Mountain, and dive into the vibrant energy of Merkato—the largest open-air market in Africa. Your expert local guide shares real stories, hidden gems, and insights you won’t find in guidebooks. The tour ends with a relaxing stop at Tomoca Coffee in the historic Old Train Station, where you taste Ethiopia’s finest coffee. With comfortable transport, flexible timings, and personalized attention, this tour offers a truly memorable and immersive introduction to Ethiopia’s capital.
From US$74Addis Ababa & Mount Entoto View Point, Museums Palace,Market Tour
At 3,200 meters in elevation, Entoto Hill is sort of the roof of Addis Ababa. Driving up the steep road, you’ll pass homes and small villages, highland growth, and as you gain elevation you’ll start to get great views of Addis Ababa (on a clear day). Menelik II built his palace on the Entoto Hill and used it as his headquarters during the founding of Addis Ababa. Towards the top of Entoto Hill is Entoto Maryam Cathedral, or St. Mary’s it’s worth a stop cathedral including the museum as well. then onwards to the National Museum of Ethiopia. on the way back from Entoto Hill, stop by the Shiro Meda Local market sells Ethiopian textiles in all their forms, best local markets to shop handwoven cotton clothes It is also famous for buying small gift items like bed covers, Table Clothes, scarves, T-shirts, necklaces, earrings, Visit important religious and cultural sites and enjoy a delicious meal at Addis Ababa restaurant Flexible itinerary takes you to top sights tailored to your interests
From US$250.52Day-Trip Church of Adadi Mariam from Addis Ababa
It is about 8-hours guided day tour from Addis Ababa by drive with private vehicle. The tour includes: - - Scenic stops at best viewpoints to see the Great East African Rift Valley - Visiting the unique rock church of Adadi Mariam (13th Century AD) - Exploring the ancient grave site of Tiya (UNESCO World Heritage from 14th Century AD) - Learning Ethiopian history as you see the huge carved grave stones of Tiya - - Visiting villages of locals for cultural experience to learn how to make Enjera (Ethiopian bread) - Experiencing traditional Ethiopian Coffee Ceremony and learn how Coffee is enjoyed with a ceremony This private day tour from Addis Ababa is limited to a maximum of 6 people. Day Tour to Adadi Mariam Rock Church and Steles of Tiya takes 8 to 9 hours. The day tour is with professional experienced French or English-speaking local tour guide. We use private comfortable air-conditioned vehicle for the day tour from Addis Ababa. Total driving distance is about 200 km.
From US$110Addis Ababa: Debre Libanos, Blue Nile Gorge, and Cave Tour
On this popular road trip, you will pass through beautiful countryside scenery and the real Ethiopian way of life in action - farmers, rural communities, towns cut off from each other. At the destinations, you will visit the ancient Debre Libanos Monastery (and its cave church), the famed ‘Portuguese Bridge’ built in the 1890s, the Nile Gorge with its abundant endemic birdlife and gelada baboons and enjoy a view of Addis Ababa from a viewpoint set at 3,300 meters above sea level (Entoto Mountain). Please note spotting the Gelada Baboons can be a matter of luck, as they live in an open park.
From US$1,0005 DAYS Lalibela, Axum, Tigray churches and Danakil
Danakil is one of the most geologically active regions with three tectonic plates meeting at the Afar Triple Junction. When tectonic plates move apart like at Danakil, it creates lave lakes, hot springs, geysers and fissures in the ground. Our tour is unique as it is well-arranged including "must visit" historic sites of Lalibela and Axum together with the breathtaking landscape in Tigray which we deliver all with Ethiopian hospitality and touch.