expedia
One Key

Earn OneKeyCash when you sign in and book an activity

Addis Ababa: City tour with Unity Park (customisable)

By habeshawonder
10.0 out of 10
Exceptional

Features

  • Mobile voucher
  • Instant confirmation

Overview

  • Entoto mountain panoramic views
  • visit to the National Museum, home to ancient artefacts the iconic "Lucy,"
  • Immerse yourself in the atmosphere of Merkato, Africa’s largest open-air market
  • Experience the traditional Ethiopian coffee ceremony
  • Unity park Visit of historical black lion

Activity location

    • Addis Ababa
    • Addis Ababa, Addis Ababa, Ethiopia

Meeting/Redemption Point

    • Addis Ababa
    • Addis Ababa, Addis Ababa, Ethiopia

Check availability

Sorry this activity isn't available on Wed, 20 May
Please choose a different date

What's included, what's not

  • What's includedWhat's included
    Guided Tour: Expert local guide providing tailored insights based on your interests.
  • What's includedWhat's included
    Entrance Fees: Includes admission to the National Museum, unity park and Entoto church
  • What's includedWhat's included
    Transport: Comfortable vehicle for convenient travel between attractions.
  • What's includedWhat's included
    Market Visit: Explore Merkato, with opportunities to interact with local vendors and sample traditional snacks.
  • What's includedWhat's included
    Customisable Itinerary: Flexibility to adjust the tour based on your preferences, such as historic sites, food, or adventure.
  • What's excludedWhat's excluded
    Personal Expenses: Any personal purchases or souvenirs at the market or other locations.
  • What's excludedWhat's excluded
    Costs for food or drinks.
  • What's excludedWhat's excluded
    Service charge: Tips for the guide or other service providers.

Know before you book

  • Not allowed: Alcohol and drugs, Flash photography
  • Not suitable for: Children under 6 years, People over 70 years, Pregnant women, Wheelchair users

What you can expect

On the Addis Ababa Insights Tour, you will discover the history, culture, and daily life of Ethiopia’s vibrant capital city.

Your first stop is Unity Park, located inside the former imperial palace grounds. Here, you can explore beautiful gardens, cultural museums, royal history exhibits, panoramic viewpoints, and see the famous Black Mane lions.

Next, continue to the historic National Museum of Ethiopia, home to ancient artefacts and the famous fossil “Lucy,” one of the oldest human skeletons ever discovered.

Afterwards, enjoy a scenic drive through Mount Entoto with breathtaking views overlooking Addis Ababa before continuing to Entoto Maryam Church, one of the city’s oldest and most important churches, known for its traditional architecture and connection to Emperor Menelik II.

The tour then continues with a traditional Ethiopian coffee stop, where you can relax and experience Ethiopia’s famous coffee culture in a peaceful local setting.

Next, visit Merkato, Africa’s largest open-air market, where you will experience the lively atmosphere, colourful shops, and everyday local life of Addis Ababa.

To complete the experience, enjoy an authentic Ethiopian meal featuring traditional dishes such as injera and doro wat, offering a true taste of Ethiopian cuisine and hospitality.

Location

Activity location

  • LOB_ACTIVITIESLOB_ACTIVITIES
    • Addis Ababa
    • Addis Ababa, Addis Ababa, Ethiopia

Meeting/Redemption Point

  • PEOPLEPEOPLE
    • Addis Ababa
    • Addis Ababa, Addis Ababa, Ethiopia