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A group of people standing on a hill with a sign that reads 'ENTOTO NATURAL PARK OVERLOOK'. 2
A group of people posing on a hilltop with a cityscape in the background. 3
A group of people standing on a viewing platform with a cityscape in the background. 4
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By Ethio Top Land Tours

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Exceptional
Free cancellation available
Price is $55 per adult
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Features

  • Free cancellation available
  • 7h
  • Mobile voucher
  • Instant confirmation
  • Selective hotel pickup

Overview

  • After breakfast, depart at 8:30 AM with your driver-guide to explore Addis Ababa. Visit Mercato, Africa’s largest open-air market, followed by the National Museum to see Lucy and other ancient fossils. Discover Ethiopia’s diverse cultures at the Ethnological Museum, then enjoy Entoto Park and its panoramic city views. Visit Shiro Meda Market for traditional textiles and finish with an authentic Ethiopian coffee ceremony at Tomoca Coffee before airport or hotel drop-off.
    • Explore Mercato, Africa’s largest open-air market
    • Discover Lucy and ancient fossils at the National Museum
    • Experience Ethiopia’s cultures at the Ethnological Museum
    • Enjoy scenic trails and city views at Entoto Park
    • Shop traditional Ethiopian textiles at Shiro Meda Market
    • Experience an authentic Ethiopian coffee ceremony at Tomoca

Activity location

  • Mercato
    • Addis Ababa, Ethiopia

Meeting/Redemption Point

  • Ethiopian Skylight Hotel
    • Airport Road
    • 1755, Addis Ababa, Addis Ababa, Ethiopia

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Explores the Heart of Addis Ababa city tour

  • Activity duration is 7 hours7h
    7h
  • English

Pickup included

Language options: English
Price details
$55.00 x 1 Adult$55.00
$50.00 x 1 Youth$50.00
Total
Price is $50.00

Explores the Heart of Addis Ababa city tour

  • Activity duration is 7 hours7h
    7h
  • English

Pickup included

Language options: English
Price details
$60.00 x 1 Adult$60.00
$50.00 x 1 Youth$50.00
Total
Price is $50.00

What's included, what's not

  • Inclusions
    Bottle water
  • Inclusions
    professional Tour guide
  • Inclusions
    Ethiopian coffee
  • Inclusions
    private transportation
  • Inclusions
    All entrances fees
  • Inclusions
    Airport pick up or Hotel pick up and drop off
  • Exclusions
    Tips
  • Exclusions
    Lunch

Know before you book

    • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
    • Public transportation options are available nearby
    • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
    • Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Activity itinerary

Mercato

  • 2h
  • Admission ticket included
Morning: We will be pick up from your hotel or airport by our driver-guide at 8:30 after breakfast. Explore the largest open-air market in Africa, Mercato, on a guided tour. Start your tour at Mercato, the largest open-air market in Africa. Covering several square miles, the market employs an estimated 13,000 people in 7,100 business entities. Most of the sessions are for wholesale, including scrap metal recycling, furniture, home electronics, spices, and food items. .

National Museum of Ethiopia

  • 2h
  • Admission ticket included
National Museum: we will vsist National Museum, where you will have the opportunity to explore the incredible collection of human ancestors. Marvel at the ancient hominid fossils, including Lucy, a 3.2 million-year-old specimen, Selam, a 3.3 million-year-old fossil, and Ardi, a 4.4 million-year-old fossil. Additionally, you will have the chance to observe Stone Age tools, providing a glimpse into the early history of mankind.

Ethnological Museum

  • 30m
  • Admission ticket included
Next, visit the Ethnological Museum located in the former palace of Haile Selassie, which offers insights into Ethiopia’s many ethnic groups. The museum showcases traditional clothing, tools, and cultural artifacts, providing a fascinating look at the diverse peoples of Ethiopia. Take a peaceful walk through the museum’s beautiful gardens afterward.

Entoto Natural Park

  • 2h
  • Admission ticket included
Continues visiting tour at Entoto Park, a beautiful natural reserve on the hills of Entoto Mountain, offering stunning views of Addis Ababa. Enjoy a peaceful hike through the lush trails and explore historical sites, such as the former palace of Emperor Menelik II. After the hike, relax with a traditional Ethiopian coffee at one of the park’s scenic coffee spots, soaking in the surroundings. Viewpoint: On the way back, stop at Entoto Park viewpoint for a panoramic view of Addis Ababa city over sunset. Here end of your tour and drop off at hotel or airport.

Shiro Meda Market

  • 10m
  • Admission ticket included
Shiro Meda Market (also spelled "Chiromeda") sells Ethiopian textiles in all their forms, from Ethiopian wedding dresses to various types of clothing, linens, and fabrics.

Tomoca Coffee

  • 20m
  • Admission ticket included
Wind down with a traditional Ethiopian coffee ceremony at Tomoca coffee. Ethiopia is the birthplace of coffee, and this ritual is more than just a drink it’s a moment of connection and hospitality. Watch as green beans are roasted, ground, and brewed right before you, then enjoy the rich flavor and aroma of freshly prepared Ethiopian coffee, served with a small snack.

Location

Activity location

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    Mercato
    • Addis Ababa, Ethiopia

Meeting/Redemption Point

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    Ethiopian Skylight Hotel
    • Airport Road
    • 1755, Addis Ababa, Addis Ababa, Ethiopia

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